Hohenstein's Headquarters and Distribution Center

Large industrial buildings are often viewed as plain and obtrusive - this office distribution center commands attention, proving that function and beauty can not only coexist but elevate one another. Designed for a premier wholesale beer distributor, the facility merges high-performance operations with a striking architectural presence, creating a workplace and logistics hub that is as inspiring as it is efficient. The building announces itself with a refined exterior palette consisting of architecturally finished precast concrete, warm wood-look cement board, and sleek metal panels, punctuated by an expansive glass corner at the northeast entry. This transparent beacon is welcoming to staff and visitors while establishing a human-scale connection rarely seen in this building type. Inside, 16,000 square feet of office space blends open and private work zones, conference rooms, and an expansive breakroom with a training space that opens to a staff patio, underscoring the company’s commitment to employee well-being. The project’s journey was anything but straightforward. The city-owned site came with its own geological hurdle: shallow bedrock that deepened toward the west. The design team responded strategically, locating the building to minimize excavation while still meeting operational goals. This precision preserved budget and schedule, setting the stage for the next challenge - traffic flow. While city requirements initially allowed only two access points, the client’s delivery schedule demanded a third for efficient morning truck departures. Through persistent collaboration, the design and ownership teams worked with the city to achieve a solution that satisfied operational needs without compromising community safety. Category Architecture: Buildings Type of Construction New Construction