Scott notes : “ Research suggests people are able to focus and do their best work when surrounded by nature . A building like this one achieves this by keeping the timber exposed inside and outside of the space , while providing natural daylight and sweeping views of the Northern California landscape .”
The building features dedicated zones for various work modes , including collaboration spaces equipped with video conferencing technology for hybrid teams and areas designed for concentrated individual work .
Environmental technology integration The facility ’ s environmental credentials extend beyond its structure . The building operates on an all-electric system and has achieved LEED Platinum certification – the highest level of recognition for sustainable construction . Rooftop solar panels contribute to the facility ’ s power requirements .
The construction process itself demonstrated efficiencies . “ One of the biggest advantages of mass timber construction is that pre-fit building parts accelerate structural assembly ,
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