A New North American Headquarters for PUMA
Global sports brand PUMA has opened a new North American headquarters in Somerville, MA, consolidating more than 400 employees from two former offices under one roof. Designed by Gensler, the campus offers 150,000-square-feet of flexible office area to allow collaboration to take place across all levels of the organization. A curated program of area types and amenities in the workplace enables staff to conduct business efficiently and promote company culture. “I think just bringing these two groups together was the critical first step in creating a cohesive community. It was about creating a true heart of the campus, an energized and dynamic hub,” said Alfred Byun, design director at Gensler. The PUMA CafĂ© features an adaptable stage and terraced platform stair, a key area for events. From fashion shows to company-wide town halls, Byun noted the stair acts as a central link. “When we were designing the stair, the internal …
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