Emerson’s Building AA
was originally constructed as 2 floors underground and 4 floors above ground,
with the first and second floors initially intended for storage only. The
Second Floor housed Emerson’s data center, occupying most of the west portion
of the floorplate, until that function moved out in 2009.
As the corporation has
grown, demand for office space within the corporate headquarters has
increased. Emerson asked Fox to study ways to make this floor function
effectively for Corporate staff -- the solution involved excavating along
the west side of the building and exposing the second floor foundation.
This west wall was surgically removed and glass and steel framing now infill
the opening. Fox re-worked the mechanical systems and lighting to
increase the ceiling height, thereby maximizing the daylight penetrating into
the space.
New
stone faced retaining walls were added. The rusticated face and curving
sweep of these walls are designed to contrast with the orthogonal geometry of
the original Miesian building.
Sam Fentress Photographer
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