The building was designed by Gensler San Francisco with mechanical, electrical and plumbing by Arup, additional mechanical engineering by Critchfield Mechanical and electrical engineering by Rosendin Electric.
The jury commended this project for its optimization of design for daylighting and the priority given to the comfort, health, and productivity of its occupants. They also gave the project high marks for intelligent site orientation and proximity to public transportation, as well as its use of underfloor air distribution systems (which further contribute to energy efficiency and indoor air quality) and sustainable building materials.