440 Bedford

Designed by DiMella Shaffer, 440 Bedford is a new tenant-ready laboratory and office building located in the Hartwell Innovation District of Lexington, Massachusetts. Conceived to meet the evolving needs of future occupants, the project combines flexible workspaces with a refined architectural language, where faceted geometries, curved forms and carefully coordinated infrastructure create a balanced and contemporary environment. Echoing the building's architectural identity, the interior design translates these elements into bespoke joinery, acoustic panels and graphic details that establish a cohesive visual narrative.

Within this setting, Volum enhances the experience of the space through its understated aesthetic and versatile configurations. During the day, its minimalist presence integrates seamlessly with the interiors, while after dark the luminous spheres appear to float effortlessly, creating a striking visual effect both from inside and outside the building. Seen through the glazed façade at dusk, the soft glow transforms the architecture into a lantern, reinforcing the building's identity within the urban landscape. Repeated throughout the project in different sizes and compositions, Volum provides continuity across the interiors while adapting naturally to the diverse functions of each space, contributing to a warm, elegant atmosphere defined by rhythm, light and depth.