Client Portfolio:  Dennis' 7 Dees

Shur Architects was project architect for this new 12,000 sq. ft., two level, tilt-up concrete facility. The Corporate headquarters for Dennis’ 7-Dees is designed to house field operations, project design, accounting, and executive offices. Interior open spaces will accommodate on-site meetings with clients as well as internal company meetings.

Shur Architects designed the new structure, which features offices for executives, marketing staff and design staff. Seven Dees can now expand its operations and better accommodate its nearly 200 employees, while putting its services on display. The company also plans to add job coaching and career development programs.

Overall operations have improved in every facet of the company’s work. “The building design process made us look at our structure and at how people are working,” said Cheryl Cone, Vice President of Marketing. “The new building allows us to reorganize into teams in closer proximity. That is a real plus for us.” The building windows create a “warm and sunny effect, Natural light, in our industry, is very important.”

After operating out of three trailers with no place to hold on-site meetings with clients, the thriving Southeast Portland landscaping business is thrilled with the new building. The interior design incorporates bright colors and a great deal of natural light, which, in addition to all the extra space, has improved employee morale.