2024 USGBC-CA Green Building Awards
Honor in Health & Wellbeing
L’Oréal’s El Segundo office exemplifies innovation in wellness, waste management, and energy efficiency, earning triple platinum certifications with LEED v4 ID+C, WELL v2, and LEED v4.1 O+M. As the first L’Oréal location to achieve this milestone, it sets a new standard for the company globally, showcasing how sustainable design can create a positive impact on both employees and the community.
The office incorporates state-of-the-art amenities that prioritize physical and mental well-being. It features biophilic design elements, including an interior urban garden, and an outdoor herb and vegetable garden that promotes relaxation and helps reduce burnout. Unique amenities such as the "Barking Lot" dog daycare and a wellness-focused café with healthy food options enhance the employee experience. Additionally, the facility includes a fitness center, mother’s suites, meditation rooms, and wellness spaces to support holistic well-being. A prominent staircase, connecting all floors, encourages movement, while L’Oréal’s *Share and Care* program supports the physical, mental, and financial wellness of employees. The office’s celebrates culture inspired by the original 1930 building and women entering the workforce, with other L’Oréal cultural themes displayed throughout, further boosting employee engagement and fostering a vibrant, supportive environment.
L’Oréal’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its robust waste management policies. Through participation in circularity programs like *Bring Your Beauty Back* and *Green Circle Salons*, the office extends waste reduction efforts beyond operations to include product recycling. Twice-yearly waste audits and daily waste monitoring inform best practices, while vendors are required to use reusable, compostable, or recyclable materials. Educational initiatives on sustainability ensure that employees remain engaged in waste reduction efforts.
The office utilizes an integrated design approach with renewable energy generation, alternative transportation options, and energy-efficient mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborations with stakeholders, including the installation of a photovoltaic (PV) system, ensure that the building operates at peak energy efficiency. The surplus energy generated is shared with neighboring buildings and delivered to the Southern California Edison grid, contributing to cleaner energy in the region.
L’Oréal’s El Segundo office demonstrates how sustainability, wellness, and community engagement can be seamlessly integrated into corporate spaces, setting a powerful example for future projects and reinforcing the company’s commitment to a greener, healthier future.
Health & Wellbeing measures include:
- Biophilic design, cultural and historical significance is displayed through existing structure and hangar apparatus over the main entrance Naturally illuminated stairs on mezzanine area encourage movement.
- Daylighting availability is enhanced through sawtooth clerestories and daylighting sensors contributes with reducing electricity.
- Additional cultural displays and examples of multi-purpose spaces for un-structured play and meetings.
- The herb and vegetable garden is an outdoor space for breaks away from workstations. Foods grown are available to employees.
- Café features healthy food options and places for work break and socialization.