Influenced by the Chinese elements of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water, IntelliCentrics’ new headquarters blends natural materials, sculptural lighting features, and curved forms in order to evoke a sense of balance, harmony, and wellness. IntelliCentrics’ vision is to build “a community of professionals, patients, their families, and facilities, working together to achieve a safe and secure healthcare experience.”
The company’s name and logo are derived from “intelligence” and the notion of “concentric circles” forming a supportive network. In plan, the 31,331-square-foot headquarters is organized around a series of circles that radiate like ripples. An infinite circulation loop anchors the space and guides users on a journey beginning at the elevator lobby and arrival experience — complete with coffee bar and lounge area— and flowing into a flexible training room and board room; open and private offices; conference and huddle spaces; and an expansive, naturally illuminated break room. Ceiling details and contrasting flooring material, including stained concrete, carpet, and tile, reinforce the circular pattern. Throughout, users connect with the natural elements of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water through an approach called biophilic design. The extensive use of warm wood tones and reclaimed timber, stone, plant materials, and living walls has been found to trigger a psychological and physiological response that reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and improves one’s sense of well-being.
Access to daylight is achieved by locating hard-wall offices toward the core of the building and by implementing passive strategies, such as open-to-structure ceilings, in open-office areas so as to infuse daylight into the core of the building. An infinity-shaped flexible-furniture solution outlines a collaboration zone that connects two sides of the open-office area. On the opposite side of the office, cove lighting traces a curved seating area that opens onto an executive bar area outside the C-Suite offices. IntelliCentrics’ space encompasses the entire top floor of Lakeside Center, a new 120,000 SF commercial office building in Flower Mound, Texas, also designed by BOKA Powell.
In association with Traci Connell Interiors.