Technology Meets Nature
This biotech headquarters harmonizes innovation and sustainability, delivering a workspace that inspires connection, purpose, and environmental stewardship.
Headquarters
Silver Spring, MD
United Therapeutics (UT) Corporation, a biotechnology leader committed to developing breakthrough treatments for chronic and life-threatening conditions, envisioned a headquarters that would embody both technological innovation and environmental responsibility.
To support this vision, EwingCole developed a new 100,000-square-foot LEED Gold-certified headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland. The building needed to balance complex workplace needs with a deep respect for nature—a challenge met through thoughtful planning and design strategies.
At the heart of the headquarters is a central atrium featuring water elements inspired by the historic Silver Spring, as well as a multi-story living wall that contributes to air purification and wellness. A high-tech pedestrian bridge links the new facility to an adjacent building, incorporating a double-helix motif as a nod to UT’s scientific mission and human-centered approach.
Each floor in the building represents a core organizational value—Activity, Serenity, Education, Research, Communication, and Leadership—reinforcing the company’s culture throughout the workplace.
The completed facility serves as a model of workplace innovation, blending biophilic design, advanced systems, and a purposeful aesthetic to reflect United Therapeutics’ forward-thinking identity.
“While exceptional ratings for all performance areas may be rare, EwingCole’s team of professionals made this project happen within the timeframe specified. The project was a great collaborative effort and has resulted in a Class A project. EwingCole’s responsiveness to this project has resulted in several additional projects throughout the world. EwingCole’s one-stop, no drama, exceptional work ethic has created a great working relationship within United Therapeutics and with outside consultants.”
– Avi Halpert, Vice President – Corporate Real Estate – United Therapeutics Corporation
