Blue Cross requested that Architectural Alliance develop a master plan that would integrate two adjacent buildings with their existing RiverPark campus. The two single story office-warehouses were organized around a shared central truck court. Upon Blue Cross purchasing of this property, Architectural Alliance developed a phased plan that linked the two 110,000 SF buildings together, centralizing the employee amenities, including a full service cafeteria, fitness center and conference center.

The Phase One renovation included the construction of a glass link that bi-sects the existing truck court, creating a broad pedestrian street at the inner side of the large floor plate. The ‘street’ carefully buffers the open office area from the common space activities at the heart of the building. At the center of the building the truck court was converted into a secure outdoor garden for employees to view and enjoy.

The renovation continues to be praised by Blue Cross staff. The large contiguous floor plate provides extraordinary business group flexibility, while the careful layering of space has created an effective and enjoyable work environment.