A grand opening was held for Johnson Controls’ new Innovation Center – Warren Johnson Engineering Lab. The new 109,000-square-foot facility, located in Glendale, Wisconsin, houses approximately 250 employees dedicated to advancing smart building technologies and sustainable solutions.
Johnson Controls and Weas Development collaborated with Mortenson Construction, Eppstein Uhen Architects and CBRE Global Commercial Real Estate Services to bring this project to life.
The new facility incorporates low-impact development practices including Johnson Controls’ equipment, stormwater retention, EV charging stations and technologies focused on efficiency and enhanced air filtration. The facility was delivered utilizing sustainable construction methods, such as reductions in embodied carbon through building reuse and minimized construction waste.
The facility is designed to meet the unique engineering and testing needs of today, while remaining flexible enough to accommodate future advancements. The modern design fosters cross-team planning and the exchange of ideas, ensuring a collaborative environment that drives innovation. It is equipped with technology and resources that will enable teams to develop and test the next generation of building controls.
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