MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES
Established in 1994, Mindex Technologies is a dynamic Software Programming and Professional IT Service company. Having grown to more than 200 employees, they approached Edge Architecture and Edge Building and Construction to create a new office in downtown Rochester to reflect their technology-based work culture, while accommodating their main business units.
Edge provided architectural design and project services for both the building as a whole and the interior tenant fit-out for Mindex. Edge Building and Construction provided GC services for the construction of the 1st Floor Mindex office space. The building is located in Alex Park, an eight-acre mixed-use project that will include new retail, office buildings, over 400 apartments, micro-units, and on-site parking garage.
“Edge really took the time to learn about our company and employees to know what kind of work environment they would enjoy the best. I love, it, our team loves it, we couldn’t be more pleased with the results!”
250 ALEXANDER STREET | EXTERIOR
Edge designed the building in a holistic manner, combining the modern technology and community values of Mindex with sensitive, modern urban design principles.
250 ALEXANDER STREET | EXTERIOR
Great care was given to the manner in which the building interfaces with the community space around it. The raised areas provide both a connection to the sidewalk and security for the first floor.
250 ALEXANDER STREET | EXTERIOR
As one of the first new-build, mixed-use buildings in the City of Rochester DIZ (Downtown Innovation Zone), the design focuses on established design principles of urban planning and contextual design.
250 ALEXANDER STREET | EXTERIOR
Green spaces and walkways surround integrated stairs and ramps for easy access to the both the office space and apartments from the street and adjacent parking.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | VENDING AREA
The vending area provides a convenient place for team members to purchase snacks, refreshments, or a quick and healthy lunch. It also serves as an impromptu meeting space, break area, or an alternative work environment.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | MAIN WORKING AREA
Metal curtains were used to offer privacy for employees without cutting off visual connection other all parts of the office.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | RECEPTION
The reception area is the first impression that guests make of any business. Upon entrance Mindex establishes a feeling of warmth and welcome, providing views into the variety of workspaces.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | WORK AREA WITH OPEN BREAKOUT
Flexibility in spaces allows for formal, individual workstations to commingle with casual, impromptu areas throughout the office.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | BREAK ROOM
This modern design brings people together, encouraging socializing and collaborative work. Perfect for team lunches or a meeting, it also serves as a large gathering space.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | SERVER AND CONFERENCE ROOMS
Consistent with the company’s transparent culture, conference and server rooms remain visible through glass walls, not hidden behind walls and solid doors.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | WORK AREA
Unique desk groupings were custom designed for Mindex, providing easy opportunities for collaborative or independent work, such as this set of pinwheel desks.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | TRAINING ROOM
When focused, concentrated training is on the agenda, the training room provides a clean and bright environment free from distractions.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | CONFERENCE ROOMS
Combating the sometimes stuffy nature of traditional conferencing rooms, Mindex enjoys glass walls where cross office visibility is maintained at all times.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES | PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Some were difficult to design to include natural light, Edge found a solution to this by using strategically placed glass walls from nearby offices to offer “borrowed” sunlight.
INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIM WILKES
EXTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY PARK AVE PHOTO