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Heifer International World Headquarters
Little Rock, Arkansas
Polk Stanley Rowland Curzon Porter
Heifer International donates livestock to families in need to assuage world hunger. This sustainable approach to giving is reflected in the company's new world headquarters. Constructed on a former railroad switchyard polluted with creosote and diesel fuel, the brownfield became the home for this 94,000-square-foot facility that earned a platinum LEED rating for its ecologically minded design. The narrow, four-story building gently curves along a wider concentric master plan; staircases are visibly encased in glass and extend over wetlands to provide natural ventilation throughout the building. The narrow, 62-inch width of the building enables daylight to penetrate the interior office spaces, contributing to the pleasant work environment. Each floor features a cantilevered balcony that serves as an outdoor meeting room. |