Pivotal Software Corporate Headquarters

Pivotal Software

Vancouver, British Columbia

The headquarters for Pivotal Software is bordered by a former industrial neighborhood converted to upscale mixed-use residential/retail to the north, future high-tech office and housing developments to the south and continuing development of upscale high-rise residential neighbourhoods to the west. The development includes office, commercial, retail/service and restaurant spaces, therefore, design issues focused on successfully incorporating a large, two-part commercial facility into primarily residential neighbourhoods with distinct individual characters.

Rooftop gardens on both buildings provide a courtyard setting for the use and enjoyment of all tenants and a pleasant view for neighbouring buildings overlooking the site. The complex is surrounded by wide sidewalks to allow for planting, furniture, pedestrian movement and for commercial activities that frequently spill out of the building. These measures ensure that the building fits comfortably into its intricate social setting.

In addition to contextual complexities, the site had to be excavated and built in only 14 months, with plans and an elaborate rezoning process allowed only eight months more. By contrast, the average timeline for a build-to-suit project is three years. Our Integrated Design Process ensured that the project was delivered on time and on budget, even during a city strike.