The 165,000-sf renovation included an open two-story skylighted "town square" with an open stair.  The concept was reinforced with team collaboration rooms, conference space, a convenience store, library, and a leadership workstation zone.  Promotion of interaction is evident throughout including primary circulation expanded to accommodate team displays showing goals, progress, and opportunities. 

Labs were changed from individual two-person labs to more open clusters.

Capacity is 450, using 100,000 sf.

BHDP provided fill architectural service from feasibility study of options through start-up.  All P&G goals for the space and project were exceeded.

Main mechanical and electrical runs were changed.  Electrical capacity was increased.  Sprinklers were relocated for function and ceiling fit.  Alarms were added per code.  ADA upgrades were included throughout.  All remodeling was on the floor with few changes to central mechanical and electrical equipment.

Space standards were developed in the programming phase of the project.  They were derived from P&G global standards using 8¢ x 8¢ workstations.

Carpeting was premium commercial tile, partitions were drywall, new and reused doors and hardware were used; furniture was modular.  New high-end ergonomic chairs were provided.  Lighting was new throughout.  New interior glass and glazing was prominent.  New attractive and functional coating was provided throughout.

Project Information
Building Owner:		The Procter & Gamble Company
Owner Contact:		Robert Wipperman, Associate Director, Corporate Facilities Engineering
Building Location:		Cincinnati, OH UNITED STATES
Project Type:		Renovation
Principal Building Function:		Feminine Care Product Development
Project Delivery Method:		Construction Management
Project Timeline		Sep 1998 Planning Start Apr 1999 Design Start Aug 1999 Construction Start Sep 2000 Completion Last known status: Completed
Project Cost:		$11,000,000
Construction Cost:		$8,478,000
Cost Per Sq. Ft:		$51
		About These Cost Figures
Building Information
Project Includes:		Conference Room Laboratory: R&D Library Office: Administrative Office: Researcher Retail Support
Total GSF:		165,000
Total NSF:		99,000
Efficiency:		60%
Building Population:		451
People Density:		366 gsf/person
Building Services:		Conventional M&E, fire protection, voice and data communications
Office Size:		12' x 16' NSF
Power Req:		Maintained existing central services
HVAC Req:		Maintained existing central services
Laboratory Parameters
Lab Module:		11' x 22'
Project Team
Profile Created 04/18/2002
Last Updated 04/04/2006
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