Construction has started on the next phase of The Farm mixed-use project in Allen, Texas. This milestone marks the groundbreaking for the first office building in the expansive 135-acre development, located at the intersection of Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive. The office building is situated on the south side of Rayburn Tollway, adjacent to the HUB restaurant and entertainment venue. It introduces a modern approach to workspace design, with each office floor featuring balconies and outdoor ground-level workspace to foster innovation and productivity.
The FarmWorks One office project, designed by Omniplan, seamlessly aligns with the existing retail, entertainment, and apartment structures that make up the Allen project. The design takes into consideration the evolving post-COVID landscape and incorporates features that enhance efficiency and foster teamwork as employees transition back to the office. According to Bruce Heller, President of JaRyCo and the visionary behind The Farm, “FarmWorks One adds the office component to The Farm in Allen to complement the residential, restaurant, and amusement portions, creating a truly walkable place to live and work.”
Opening Date for the First Office in Allen’s Mixed-Use Project, The Farm
The three-story, 102,000-square-foot office building in The Farm is set to open its doors next summer. This strategic step aligns with the growing trend of innovative work environments that inspire employees to embrace the office setting once again. Dan Bowman, CEO of Allen Economic Development Corp, highlights the contemporary corporate preference for these types of workspaces.
The vision for The Farm’s extensive development includes a well-rounded community center consisting of 1.6 million square feet of office space, 142,000 square feet dedicated to retail, a 150-room hotel, 60,000 square feet of dining establishments, 112 townhomes, and 2,400 urban residential units. Along with architectural components, the project prioritizes the creation of green spaces, such as a 1.5-acre lake with boardwalk eateries, over 2.25 miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, a 16-acre verdant belt adjacent to Watters Creek, and various park zones.
FAQ
What is The Farm?
The Farm is a mixed-use project in Allen, Texas, spanning 135 acres and consisting of office space, retail, dining establishments, residential units, and green spaces.
Where is The Farm located?
The Farm is situated at the intersection of Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive in Allen, Texas.
What is the significance of the first office building in The Farm?
The first office building marks a significant milestone in The Farm’s development. It introduces a modern approach to workspace design and aims to create a truly walkable place where people can live and work.
When will the first office building in The Farm open?
The three-story, 102,000-square-foot office building is set to open next summer.
What are some features of The Farm?
- 1.6 million square feet of office space
- 142,000 square feet of retail
- A 150-room hotel
- 60,000 square feet of dining establishments
- 112 townhomes
- 2,400 urban residential units
- Green spaces, including a 1.5-acre lake, hiking and biking trails, and park zones
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