ARMY ENTERPRISE MARKETING OFFICE MODERNIZATION
General Services Administration
chicago, il
Project delivered on time despite supply chain delays and increased material demand.
The headquarters of the Army Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO) wanted a state-of-the-art office space that kept pace with their mission to modernize the recruitment experience while inspiring men and women to join the U.S. Army and become Soldiers and leaders of tomorrow.
With incredible supply chain delays, an unprecedented combination of quick-thinking, flexibility, and communication—as well as resourcefulness, patience, and a sense of humor. Additionally, the team at Richard Group had to adapt to changing cabling and privacy criteria for the required SCIF space while juggling the typical unanticipated discoveries that come with a renovated structure.
As the team came together, so did the project's unique design elements. Featuring cutting-edge Falk demountable panels as interior wall covers and dividers, the new AEMO office uses these unique modular panels to create a clean partition system that saves on space, cost, and construction time of the interior build without sacrificing the design aesthetic. Customized for the space, these Falk panels are produced with reduced emission, use less material than conventional construction, and are entirely recyclable.
The building at 11 W. Quincy (formerly the Bond Department Store building) maintains a LEED® Gold certification. Its Building Automation System (BAS) was unique in that it not only controls all HVAC mechanics, but it also integrates lighting and exterior shade controls throughout the day, adjusting for time and sun exposure.
Pairing innovative materials with creative minds yielded outstanding results. Richard Group’s real-time communication, accountability, and ownership were vital in developing a successful strategy and a beautiful and functional workspace that captures the essence of a modern U.S Army.
“There is no question that the cooperative effort and amicable relationship between the design team and this construction team (all trades included) made this project the success that it was. It was apparent that all involved were truly invested in a great outcome, and that is indeed what we got!”
“This project was a success because all stakeholders were committed to keeping everyone in the loop at all times—even as things changed on a sometimes-hourly basis. There was total cohesion here, with everyone playing their roles—that was key.”