After 12 years in Addison, Pacific Builders, the Dallas and Fort Worth construction firm known for building dynamic interiors spaces, made the move to showcase what they do for clients in their new office space at 7950 Legacy Drive, Suite 150 in Plano.
The space was designed by the architect Gensler, and reflects current industry trends and innovations seen in the interiors construction business while setting the foundation for launching the new brand.
“Our team is thrilled to work in an office that reflects the work we do for our clients on a daily basis and serves as an inspiration for future projects,” said Steve French, president of Pacific Builders. “We have been delivering spaces that inspire for clients across the metroplex for years and now we get to add our office to our portfolio and show our clients what we are capable of not only in our space, but in the brand we’ve built for the company.”
Details and product selections featured in the new first-generation space:
• A 30-foot recycled denim wall resembles insulation
• A smaller, but more efficient space
• A mezzanine to maximize space
• A custom staircase
• Inviting lounge/bar
• Materials in their true natural state
• Efficient use of natural and LED light
Gensler planned an open concept kitchen near the entrance, alluding to more of a residential feel where one is welcomed with a communal area immediately upon entering. This ties to Pacific Builders’ core values and ideas of family they wanted to translate into their physical space.
“Gensler’s design was based on themes of spatial relations, physical connections, simplicity in materials, and attention to detail, which all mirror the culture and brand of Pacific Builders,” said Lindsey Mathias, design director at Gensler. “Many materials we chose are in a raw, natural state to mimic the aesthetic of the construction industry, but are applied in a way that is beautiful, sustainable and functional, and elevate a highly effective workplace.”
The innovative, efficient design takes up the entire space, floor to deck, and from the outside, the conference rooms appear to be floating. One of the most notable features of the new space is the first Maars String2 wall installation in the DFW area. The design enabled the creation of a 25-foot wall at the entrance of the office and creates a bold impression upon entering the building.
“Maars was established in 1946 in Amsterdam where their String2 walls are found at the Edge Building, the most sustainable and intelligent building in the world,” said Brenda Hedrick, Maars architectural wall specialist. “OP is excited to be the dealership representing Maars in Texas and we love that Pacific Builders recognizes and appreciates cutting edge design and high standards in acoustics and environmental excellence.”
Pacific Builders is the first commercial ground floor tenant of the Plano icon, which is managed by Dallas-based Gaedeke Group. The office space features a smaller rentable floor plate than Pacific Builders’ previous office but due to the design it can accommodate the additional employees the company has hired to support its growth over the last year.
“We couldn’t be happier to have Pacific Builders in One Legacy West as one of our newest tenants with such an iconic space,” said Allison Johnston Frizzo, vice president of leasing at Gaedeke Group. “They are a leader in the interiors construction business and as we begin leasing our second Legacy West building, we love inspiring prospective tenants with this space and all its incredible details.”
Pacific Builders’ collective goal is to elevate the experience for clients and the new office and new brand builds on that theme. The company’s rebrand represents the company’s proactive, proven approach, its high standards and its ability to carry out designs and delight their clients. The brand story can be found here.
About Pacific Builders
Pacific Builders has completed thousands of commercial and corporate interiors throughout the Dallas and Fort Worth area working with companies like Boston Consulting Group, Fidelity Investments and Mercedes. Customers enjoy an elevated experience with detailed oversight from the preconstruction phase and beyond – taking the complexity out of construction and providing the resources and senior leadership necessary to finish out extraordinary spaces. For more information, visit pbidfw.com
About Gensler
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 48 locations and more than 6,000 professionals networked across Asia, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Founded in 1965, the firm serves more than 3,500 active clients in virtually every industry. Gensler designers strive to make the places people live, work, and play more inspiring, more resilient, and more impactful. gensler.com
About Maars
Maars combines years of experience by effortlessly merging special innovation, aesthetics and performance. Maars offers both standard and customized solutions in, for example, offices, airports, factories, cinemas, shops and hotels. Also, in the public sector Maars has been active and has taken the lead with applications including hospitals, public institutions, universities and schools. maarslivingwalls.com
About Gaedeke Group
Gaedeke Group, is a next generation full-service real estate firm that provides investment, acquisition, management, leasing, construction management and portfolio management services. Headquartered in Dallas, Gaedeke Group’s current portfolio encompasses three million square feet of Class A office properties in Arizona, Florida, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington, D.C. The firm aims to provide high-quality Class A office environments by investing new capital, sound management principles, impeccable tenant services, and sustainable practices as a signature commitment to its pride of ownership and the community. gaedeke.com