Wiregrass Innovation Center

In the heart of Alabama's Wiregrass region, a revolutionary vision is taking shape - one that will transform how we think about agricultural technology, scientific discovery, and sustainable construction. The Wiregrass Innovation Center isn't just another building; it's a living testament to what happens when cutting-edge science meets forward-thinking design.
This 45,000 square foot beacon of innovation will serve as the epicenter for hands-on training, learning, and engagement in agtech innovation, genomics, and research. But here's where the story gets truly compelling - the very foundation of this center embodies the same principles of sustainability and innovation that will drive the work within its walls.

When HudsonAlpha Wiregrass and the City of Dothan envisioned a space where ideas grow and entrepreneurs thrive, they needed a construction partner who understood that the building itself should reflect the innovative spirit of its mission. That's where Timberlyne's expertise in mass timber construction becomes the perfect match.
Mass timber isn't just a building material - it's a statement about the future. Just as the researchers and entrepreneurs within the Wiregrass Innovation Center will be pioneering sustainable solutions for agriculture and biotechnology, the building itself will showcase how sustainable construction can create spaces that inspire breakthrough thinking.
A Structure That Speaks to Innovation
Imagine walking into a facility where the exposed mass timber beams overhead remind you that the most powerful innovations often come from nature itself. The warm, organic aesthetic of mass timber creates an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration - essential elements for the visionaries who will call this center home.
Timberlyne's proven track record with complex, high-performance facilities makes them uniquely qualified to bring this vision to life. From their work on the 32,660 sq ft Celina Police Department headquarters with its specialized ballistic-resistant features, to the stunning 6,076 sq ft Hyatt Regency Lost Pines venue with its soaring A-frame design, Timberlyne has consistently delivered projects that balance functionality with architectural excellence.

The Wiregrass Innovation Center represents more than just a building - it's a symbol of how public-private collaboration can create lasting impact. By choosing mass timber construction through Timberlyne's expertise, this project will demonstrate that the most advanced scientific work can happen in harmony with environmental stewardship.
This isn't just about creating job opportunities for local people or providing a home for entrepreneurs - it's about building a legacy. A place where the next generation of agricultural innovations will be born, where genomic breakthroughs will reshape our understanding of life itself, and where the very walls that contain this work will stand as proof that sustainable construction is the foundation of our future.

What sets Timberlyne apart isn't just their technical expertise in mass timber construction - it's their understanding that every project tells a story. The RAD Center's two-story mass timber facility with 400-guest capacity showcases their ability to create spaces that bring communities together. The Museum of Nebraska Art's hybrid construction demonstrates their versatility in blending traditional and innovative building methods.
For the Wiregrass Innovation Center, Timberlyne brings this same commitment to excellence, sustainability, and community impact. They understand that this facility needs to be more than functional - it needs to inspire the brilliant minds who will work within it to push the boundaries of what's possible.
A Vision Realized
The Wiregrass Innovation Center will be a place where ideas grow and entrepreneurs thrive, where visionaries shape the future of the Wiregrass region and the world. With Timberlyne's mass timber expertise bringing this vision to life, the building itself becomes part of the innovation story - a sustainable, inspiring space that proves the future is built on the perfect marriage of cutting-edge technology and timeless natural materials.

This is more than construction. This is building the future, one sustainable beam at a time.