Belko Landscaping
Location
Salem, NH
Size
8,568 SF
Designed as a new headquarters for a family-owned landscaping company, this mixed-use facility balances high-performance industrial functions with a refined, contemporary architectural presence. RWH Architect was tasked with creating a building that could support daily operational demands while projecting a strong, forward-looking identity for a growing business.
The program is organized into three primary components: a large-scale equipment garage, a dedicated maintenance garage, and a two-story office element. A key design challenge was integrating these industrial spaces with the office environment in a way that felt cohesive rather than utilitarian. RWH addressed this through clear zoning, thoughtful circulation, and a unified exterior language that visually connects each function.
Aesthetically, the building draws inspiration from a contemporary barn form, using a mix of red and tan brick to reference the surrounding agricultural landscape while elevating it with modern proportions, detailing, and window placement. This approach allows the structure to feel grounded in its context while clearly signaling a modern commercial use.
Internally, the building is engineered to support demanding operations. The industry spaces include an expansive equipment garage, an oversized maintenance garage with workbench and mechanic bays, a vehicle lift, and a mezzanine dedicated to parts and supply storage. One of the project’s defining features is the direct connection between the equipment storage area, mezzanine, and the owner’s private office suite above—creating an efficient workflow between hands-on operations and management, complete with a private bathroom.
Through careful planning and architectural restraint, RWH successfully blended industrial performance with professional office design. The result is a headquarters that supports Belko Landscaping’s day-to-day operations while presenting a polished, contemporary image—functional, durable, and rooted in place.