The Aspen Group Headquarters
Relocating from upstate New York to Chicago’s dynamic Fulton Market district, The Aspen Group’s new headquarters marks a transformative chapter for the company. Strategically positioned in this bustling urban hub, the headquarters not only serves as a central workplace for over 500 corporate staff members and executives, but also as a national training center for dental professionals. The move to this innovative neighborhood reflects their forward-thinking approach and commitment to fostering growth, collaboration, and connection.
From the moment you enter, the space speaks to their identity: welcoming, playful, and community-driven. Every element, from the custom materials to the layout of the vertical stack, is intentionally crafted to inspire creativity, interaction, and a sense of belonging. It’s a space that not only meets the functional needs of the business, but also tells the story of what Aspen is and where the company is headed.
With a headquarters spanning nine floors, fostering cultural connectedness was a challenge. The solution? A strategically placed stadium stair at the heart of the entry floor, physically and visually linking the upper-level café and barista bar with the two training floors below. More than just a circulation element, the stair becomes a dynamic social hub where Aspen’s staff and visiting dental professionals naturally cross paths, creating the energy and cultural mix the company envisioned.
The headquarters’ material palette is a blend of Aspen’s brand identity and the industrial character of Chicago’s Fulton Market. Natural and stained blue plywood—a signature element—infuses warmth while subtly reinforcing Aspen’s recognizable blue. Felt baffles enhance acoustics while adding texture, and copper and black metal details provide contrast against the exposed concrete structure, creating a workplace that feels inviting, modern, and unmistakably Aspen.
