New Office Building Design is a Testament to Sustainability
June 10, 2024
Nestled in a vibrant, walkable area of near-downtown East Austin that is steeped in history and local neighborhood amenities, The Ferdinand is not just a build-to-suit office building but a unique structure that functions as a testament to sustainability and wellness: the three-story, 70,000-square-foot building is designed to meet both the standard of The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) “Framework for Design Excellence,” as well as the WELL Building Standard.
In recent years, the neighborhood has experienced significant development, becoming a destination for young families. The area is home to restaurants, food trucks, coffee shops, and bars, intermingled between large multifamily projects and older, single-family residences.
The Ferdinand includes 40,000-square-feet of leasable space and a 30,000-square-foot parking garage. Balancing efficiency, cost, and aesthetics, the design meets the challenge of maximizing leasable space on a small site while adhering to off-street parking requirements, Austin's Core Transit Corridor requirements, and stringent zoning height restrictions.