TYPE: Office and Light Industrial
LOCATION: Braintree, MA
STATUS: Complete
LOCATION: Braintree, MA
STATUS: Complete
When Balance embarked on the renovation of 400 Wood Road in 2019, the objective was clear: to transform it into a modern workspace suitable for a life science tenant. Now, four years later, amidst a slowdown in the life science construction sector, the property has found new life as a hub for office and light manufacturing, thanks to The First Electronics Corporation (FEC).
Originating from Boston with a legacy spanning over 60 years, FEC specializes in crafting custom electrical assemblies for challenging environments. However, their existing campus in Dorchester, comprised of multiple aging buildings, lacked adequate space, light, and modern amenities.
For FEC, 400 Wood Road represented an opportunity to revolutionize their operations. The sprawling facility allowed for a reimagining of manufacturing workflows and office layouts, with a focus on enhancing collaboration and connectivity across departments. Through strategic spatial planning and the installation of a prominent interior curtain wall, the new design promotes visual connectivity between manufacturing, assembly, and engineering teams.
Contrary to their previous cramped quarters, the lobby of the revamped building stands as a beacon of openness and innovation. Serving as a central gathering point for employees and visitors alike, the expansive lobby fosters a sense of unity and pride in FEC's workforce. A striking barrel vault traverses the front section of the building, seamlessly linking various areas and departments.
Moreover, natural light floods every corner of the manufacturing floor, a stark departure from the dim confines of FEC's former facilities. This infusion of natural light not only enhances the working environment but also underscores FEC's commitment to creating a modern, inspiring workplace for its employees.
Originating from Boston with a legacy spanning over 60 years, FEC specializes in crafting custom electrical assemblies for challenging environments. However, their existing campus in Dorchester, comprised of multiple aging buildings, lacked adequate space, light, and modern amenities.
For FEC, 400 Wood Road represented an opportunity to revolutionize their operations. The sprawling facility allowed for a reimagining of manufacturing workflows and office layouts, with a focus on enhancing collaboration and connectivity across departments. Through strategic spatial planning and the installation of a prominent interior curtain wall, the new design promotes visual connectivity between manufacturing, assembly, and engineering teams.
Contrary to their previous cramped quarters, the lobby of the revamped building stands as a beacon of openness and innovation. Serving as a central gathering point for employees and visitors alike, the expansive lobby fosters a sense of unity and pride in FEC's workforce. A striking barrel vault traverses the front section of the building, seamlessly linking various areas and departments.
Moreover, natural light floods every corner of the manufacturing floor, a stark departure from the dim confines of FEC's former facilities. This infusion of natural light not only enhances the working environment but also underscores FEC's commitment to creating a modern, inspiring workplace for its employees.
