'One of our favorite daily rituals, which we picked up from our European colleagues, is our shared lunch. We avoid hurried sandwiches at our desks; everyone pulls up a chair, and for a little while, it feels more like a family meal than a work break.'
Emily, our TA Associate and Sarah, our Senior Corporate Strategy Associate were featured on BuiltIn.Com in this article.
Describe your office space. Where is it located, and what are some of its amenities that put employees front and center?
We just moved into a new office in Fenway right above Time Out Market, and it has been such a refreshing change. The space is bright and open, flooded with natural light and designed to encourage connection. Allowing the outside to come in is important in all of our offices, so natural light is always key!
There are spacious, shared areas for collaboration, as well as cozy nooks when you need to hunker down and focus. If you’re looking to unwind or sharpen your mind, all of our offices also have a book hub, which we set up last year.
We are pretty spoiled here — there is a free gym in the adjacent building, outdoor spots to grab some fresh air and even a tranquil greenhouse room that is perfect for a midday reset. Having great food options downstairs — with employee discounts — definitely makes lunch something to look forward to.
We also have access to beautiful event spaces in the building, including a rooftop with jaw-dropping views of the Boston skyline. All in all, it’s the kind of space that genuinely makes coming into the office something to look forward to.
Please list your favorite spot in the office. Why is it special to you and other employees?
If you’re looking for the heart of the office, you’ll find it in the kitchen. It’s where people naturally gather throughout the day, whether they’re grabbing a quick espresso, raiding the snack shelf or just popping in for a chat.
One of our favorite daily rituals, which we picked up from our European colleagues, is our shared lunch. We avoid hurried sandwiches at our desks; everyone pulls up a chair, and for a little while, it feels more like a family meal than a work break.
It’s a small thing, but it brings us closer and gives us a chance to laugh, vent and reset. With cold brew on tap, way too many snacks and the constant buzz of conversation, the kitchen is hands down the most loved — and well-fed — spot in the office.
Are there any office space developments that are underway?
Since our Fenway office is so new, we are still getting settled and figuring out ways to make it even better. Everyone is adding their own personal touch to their desks and figuring out what works best. We love that we have the opportunity to shape the space based on how we actually use it day to day. It has been cool to watch the office evolve organically — like we are building it together, one plant, photo or comfy chair at a time.
It isn’t just Boston we are investing in. Our Boston, France and Switzerland offices are all less than three years old! Each office is thoughtfully designed to match the local team’s needs, whether that’s quiet focus zones, open collaboration areas, dedicated family/maternity spaces or spaces to play and exercise — we have it all. It’s exciting to see how our workspaces are growing right alongside us and our teams.
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