Ford opened a 2.1‑million‑square‑foot headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan, on Sunday, November 16, 2025. The new complex replaces the 1956 Glass House, which had served as Ford’s headquarters for nearly 70 years, and is designed to accommodate up to 4,000 employees once fully operational. The campus is split evenly between design studios—featuring large studios, hidden courtyards, a showroom, and fabrication shops—and general business operations, which house executive offices and collaborative workspaces.
The new headquarters is a cornerstone of Ford’s Ford+ plan, a comprehensive strategy aimed at accelerating the company’s shift toward electrification, connected services, and high‑margin commercial solutions. By consolidating thousands of employees under one roof, Ford seeks to break down silos, improve decision‑making speed, and foster cross‑functional collaboration that can accelerate product development and service innovation.
While Ford has not disclosed the construction cost, the facility is built with sustainability in mind, targeting Net‑Zero Energy status through energy‑efficient technologies and extensive outdoor spaces that promote walkability and employee well‑being. The design also includes a dedicated showroom and fabrication shops that allow rapid prototyping of new vehicle concepts, supporting the company’s electrification roadmap.
In a letter to employees, CEO Jim Farley emphasized that the new headquarters is “more than just a new building; it’s a catalyst for innovation and a physical symbol of our Ford+ transformation.” He added that the campus will enable teams to “work more closely together than ever before” to win in the new era of connected, electric, and software‑defined vehicles.
The opening signals Ford’s commitment to long‑term operational resilience and talent attraction. By providing modern amenities, natural light, and collaborative spaces, the company aims to boost employee productivity and retention, positioning itself to compete with technology firms that are increasingly redefining the automotive landscape. The new headquarters also marks the end of an era for the iconic Glass House, which will be demolished after employees vacate, underscoring Ford’s decisive shift toward a future‑oriented operational model.
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