The proportions of the building were manipulated through a number of architectural devices. The architect broke the mass of the building of the primary elevation with a curved glazed curtain wall expression that is graced by an elegant metal eyebrow at the top. On the opposite side of the building the main entry is expressed through a larger punched window expression and a curved precast canopy. By recessing the corners and narrowing the precast spandrel panels at the ends of the building the architect framed each façade and allowed for more glass at the corner offices. The use of a bullnose spandrel at the line of the second floor gives the building a one-story base and a three- story body. The precast panels at the roofline incorporate a cornice shape to give a visual stopping point to the wall. All of these effects were achieved through the creative use of architectural precast concrete panels.
The simple rectangular plan of the building
creates very efficient lease space and lends itself
to the use of repetitive panels on the exterior
skin. Each façade is primarily composed of
precast spandrel column covers that create a
punched window appearance. The panels use
two finishes to create a banded appearance that
knits the horizontal and vertical expression. A
bullnose is incorporated into the spandrel pieces
to create a windowsill and add texture to the
wall. The flexibility of precast concrete allowed
the architect to economically create texture and
patterns through the use of different shapes and
finishes. The quality of workmanship gives the
panels a highly finished look.
