Santa Monica, CA
The RAND Corporation’s headquarters, located at 1776 Main Street in Santa Monica, California, is a state-of-the-art five-story office building spanning 310,000 square feet. Designed to encourage collaboration among approximately 1,000 staff members, the facility features nearly 700 private offices and 400 workstations. Two expansive interior courtyards provide secure outdoor spaces, promoting a productive and flexible work environment for meetings and informal gatherings.
Sustainability played a pivotal role in the building’s construction, with energy-efficient lighting, occupancy sensors, and the use of recycled, low-VOC materials incorporated throughout. A dual plumbing system utilizes reclaimed city water for sewage disposal and irrigation, contributing to the building’s LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Strategically located near Santa Monica’s civic center district, the headquarters offers easy access to the city’s business and government hubs and regional transportation options, showcasing excellence in both design and construction management.
