Work Category v2: Lab

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

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Project Location

Boston, MA

Project Size

268,000 SF

Project Services

New Buildout: Office, Lab, Manufacturing
Workplace Evaluation
Visioning
Programming and Planning
Renderings and Walkthroughs
Sustainable Design
Interior Design

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company, located in Boston’s Innovation District, that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases, with multiple approved medicines that treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF,  and has several ongoing clinical and research programs in CF.

After a complete programming and planning effort to define Vertex’s requirement and workplace strategies, TRIA provided architectural services for The Jeffrey Leiden Center One for Cell and Genetic Therapies. The process, completed throughout the pandemic, was led by our lab-focused architect, who successfully implemented over 60 building changes to the original core and shell, which was originally designed for multiple tenants.

Achieving LEED Platinum certification, this new state-of-the-art facility, a “Workplace of the Future”, features labs and manufacturing operations. For the remaining 40% of the office space, Vertex utilizes neighborhood-based office space with quick huddle areas, large and small conference rooms, a large cafeteria with room for informal company meetings, a rooftop with sweeping views of the harbor and city, a fitness room, an IT bar, coffee bar and several kitchenettes.

This project was the topic of a panel discussion at  BisNow’s March 31, 2022 Boston Life Science Summit as a Case Study, Enhancing Urban Manufacturing.  To learn more, see our Insights. 

Abcam

TRIA provided design services for Abcam’s new lab and office fit-out located in Waltham, MA. Through extensive visioning with the Abcam team, their new Waltham headquarters was designed to promote an open and collaborative team environment. Abcam’s science is on display throughout the office and café. Using glass-paned walls to separate the spaces preserves their vision of transparency. The open office features several huddle rooms and conference spaces, promoting a collaborative atmosphere that offers flexibility and connectivity. Lounge spaces and amenity spaces with ample seating encourage officewide communication, as well as areas for the Abcam team to recharge.

The new headquarters features a clean, minimal color palette, vibrantly accented by various pieces of furniture. Walls and window-film featuring sleek, geometric patterns offer visual interest, while also providing a visual denotation between office and amenity spaces.

PROJECT TYPE

Lab and corporate office fit-out.

Project Location

Waltham, MA

PROJECT SIZE

70,000 SF

Market Sector

  • Corporate Interiors
  • Life Sciences & Technology

Abcam identifies, develops, and provides high-quality biological reagents and tools essential in a wide range of fields and applications, including drug discovery, diagnostics, and basic research. Abcam’s mission is to serve life scientists so they can achieve their mission, faster.

Through extensive visioning with the Abcam team, their new Waltham headquarters was designed to promote an open and collaborative team environment. Abcam’s science is on display throughout the office and café. Using glass-paned walls to separate the spaces preserves their vision of transparency. The open office features several huddle rooms and conference spaces, promoting a collaborative atmosphere that offers flexibility and connectivity. Lounge spaces and amenity spaces with ample seating encourage officewide communication, as well as areas for the Abcam team to recharge.

The new headquarters features a clean, minimal color palette, vibrantly accented by various pieces of furniture. Walls and window film featuring sleek, geometric patterns offer visual interest while providing a visible denotation between the office and amenity spaces.