SMART TECHNOLOGIES

A design tailored uniquely to SMART’s needs.

Project Details

Sector—Technology
Size—80,000 sq ft
Location—Eleventh Avenue Place, Calgary 

Local headquarters, global reach.

Challenge

SMART is a Calgary-founded company known worldwide for inventing SMART Board technology. Faced with the sudden need to relocate, they set out to establish their new Headquarters as quickly and cost-efficiently as possible. The new building needed to support advanced technological manufacturing functions while also providing an engaging, brand-forward environment for office employees and guests alike.

Strategy

Working with these guidelines in place, the design and leasing teams worked together to identify a space that would work for SMART’s unique requirements. When it came to the design of the space, we took a strategic approach, focusing on maximizing value through the reuse of certain architectural elements. By retaining components such as flooring and glass office fronts, more resources could be directed toward supporting SMART’s specialized technical infrastructure—such as their panel farms—while also enhancing the workspace with distinctive brand moments and collaborative areas.  

Delivery

The finished space is a dynamic blend of innovation and identity. Bold branding and playful use of colour reflect SMART’s pride and global legacy. A fusion of technology and rich company culture creates an environment that stimulates creativity and focus and encourages meaningful connections. Feature areas recount the history of SMART, complemented with acoustic treatments and eye-catching light fixtures that lend to the refined, tech-forward atmosphere. The result is a dynamic and immersive workplace experience that is both functional and inspiring—uniquely tailored to SMART’s needs.

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