Wells played a pivotal role in the Metro Services Building additions in St. Paul, MN, where two new spaces, a high-end office and a vehicle storage and maintenance building, expanded the facility with both function and thoughtful design. The office addition’s signature exterior challenged conventional prefabricated facades. Through collaboration, four unique wall panels were developed and arranged in a non-repeating pattern that delivered the intended visual while remaining efficient to manufacture. The vehicle building benefited from durable prefabricated walls and structural double tees capable of withstanding frequent truck washing and heavy use, demonstrating how well-applied systems support demanding operational environments.

This work occurred amid a broader transformation of water infrastructure in St. Paul, including the nearly $250 million overhaul of the century-old McCarrons treatment plant, which upgraded aging systems, added advanced processes like ozonation, and strengthened reliability for 450,000 residents across St. Paul. Within this context, Wells helped the additions meet both functional needs and aesthetic ambitions, supporting essential services for a growing community.