Case Studies

3M needed a new Canadian headquarters in London, Ontario, and room for its neighboring sandpaper factory to grow. The plan was to buy an existing building shell, fully redevelop and extend it for the headquarters, then demolish the factory's old offices and turn that space over to production. 3M hired Abbott to manage both projects: assembling and leading the project team through construction and keeping the work on schedule and on budget. The new headquarters has a glass exterior with floor-to-ceiling views, a mix of quiet and collaborative work areas, a fitness center, rooftop patio, cafeteria and daycare, and was designed around sustainability.