JE Dunn Headquarters
Honoring Company Legacy While Bringing New Life into the Workplace
In 2009, JE Dunn planted its stake in the East Village of Kansas City, anchoring an area that was primed for future development. JE Dunn leadership assembled a team of architects and interior architects to create a new, six-story precast concrete structure for its national headquarters. The building received LEED Gold certification and showcased JE Dunn’s specialties in various construction methods.
Location: Kansas City, MO
Size: 159,845 SF
Celebrating its centennial, JE Dunn has doubled down on its commitment to downtown Kansas City and its employees. Their leadership engaged Helix to reimagine their headquarters into a model for contemporary, human-centered workplace design.
The interior of the revitalized JE Dunn Headquarters will narrate the compelling story of the company and its people. Rooted in the tradition of using raw materials, the existing structure sets a solid foundation. Helix will build upon this by blending construction materials with refined finishes. The current modern design, accentuated by natural elements, will be elevated with warm wood tones, organic textures, and other natural finishes. The result will be inspirational spaces filled with new energy.
The new headquarters will feature amenities including wellness rooms, private fitness and stretching studios, and a work cafe. To foster collaboration, the space will incorporate a variety of seating options and informal meeting areas. Underutilized areas will be transformed to enhance the client experience through the use of branding and storytelling.
