Margulies Perruzzi Architects Completes High Performance Workspace for Zipcar

BOSTON, Sept. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Margulies Perruzzi Architects (MPA), one of Boston's most innovative architectural and interior design firms, announced today that it recently completed interior architectural design for the new headquarters for Zipcar Inc., also located in Boston. Zipcar, the world's leading car sharing network, moved its hub from Cambridge, Mass. to 46,000 SF at 35 Thomson Place in Boston's thriving Innovation District. The new office employs a high performance workspace strategy, while embracing sustainability for a healthy working environment.

Having outgrown its previous space, Zipcar sought a more efficient and organized office environment that would foster a greater sense of community for its new headquarters. Cresa provided transaction management and project management services. Prior to the start of the design work, MPA conducted test fits to compare efficiencies of potential locations. Zipcar ultimately decided to occupy all six floors of 35 Thomson Place.

The goal for increased collaboration between employees was a constant of the design process. A flexible work desk, or "benching system," was selected, with moveable storage underneath. One end of each floor was strategically kept free of obstructions to allow for uninterrupted views of Boston Harbor, and to provide maximum daylight to the open workspaces. Where individual offices were needed, MPA was selective, keeping them to one side of each floor, and installing full glass windows along their fronts. Each floor features an open kitchen and collaboration area, and phone booths and privacy nooks for quiet calls or work.

"From our first meeting, MPA understood our culture, but more importantly, they understood how to translate that into a physical space," said Zipcar President Mark Norman. "The designers at MPA brought enthusiasm and innovative solutions, qualities also found on the Zipcar team. We're proud to be neighbors in Boston's Innovation District."

About Margulies Perruzzi Architects

Consistently ranked as one of Boston's top architectural and interior design firms, Margulies Perruzzi Architects creates buildings and interiors for clients who value design. The firm services the corporate, professional services, healthcare, research/lab, and real estate communities with a focus on sustainable design. Clients include Manulife/John Hancock, Nuvera Fuel Cells, Reliant Medical Group, Sapient, Hobbs Brook Management and Forrester Research. For more information, please visit http://www.mp-architects.com.

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