Dannon Innovation Center Unveiled Designed by Tecton

Greenburgh, NY – Dannon recently unveiled its $9 million Discovery and Innovation Center in Greenburgh. Tecton Architects, Inc.of Harford designed the space to accommodate state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment, a Sensory & Consumer Insights Lab, as well as labs for the quality analysis and fruit & flavor departments.
The Dannon Center design is a showpiece and provides a functional, inviting environment for those who develop new products, visitors who are interested in the process, and potential clients. It has a new reception area with a 40-seat amphitheater, tasting bar and cafe area, and an interactive lobby displays the rich history of Dannon with the latest advances in the industry.
The amphitheater provides a window into the world of Dannon and offers an “inside look” on how all of its products are made.
In the wet lab area, Tecton designers balanced presentation and visibility for visitors with function. The area includes new coolers, a packaging room, analytical labs, dry labs and a pilot lab located in the heart of the area. The northeast area will now accommodate approximately 40 new work stations and a new kitchen/ cafe area has been added.
“The Dannon Discovery & Innovation Center is an unprecedented investment in people and technology designed to accelerate the growth of our business and that of our customers, the nation’s leading retailers,” said Gustavo Valle, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Dannon Company, Inc.