Innovation One in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, showcases how precast concrete is advancing sustainable design at both the building and site scale. The 87,000-square-foot Class A office building and adjacent total-precast parking structure earned LEED Silver certification and became the first SITES-certified project in Wisconsin — demonstrating how material choice, site sensitivity, and integrated design can work together to support resilience, efficiency, and community impact.
Precast concrete played a central role in achieving these outcomes, supporting features like Wisconsin’s largest green roof, integrated solar panels, enhanced thermal performance, and flexible interior design. The project team leveraged precast’s durability, thermal mass, and architectural versatility to balance modern aesthetics with long-term performance — proving that sustainability goals and economic efficiency don’t have to be at odds. Together, the Innovation One campus sets a new benchmark for sustainable commercial development in the region.
