The Innovation and Design Building

The Innovation and Design Building The Innovation and Design Building is a 1.4 million sf mixed-use complex in Boston.

The IDB is thoughtfully designed to be a self-sufficient hub that fosters collaboration among community members while embracing technology and change. The Innovation and Design Building is a 1.4 million square foot mixed use complex located in the Innovation District in Boston’s emerging Seaport neighborhood. The eight-story structure was constructed in the early 1900s as a waterside storehouse fo

r the South Boston Army Base. It is conveniently located along the MBTA Silver Line route, just minutes from South Station, and is home to many creative, tech, and manufacturing companies. The complex also houses the Boston Design Center, New England’s premier resource for design professionals, with showrooms featuring over 1,200 luxury product lines of fabric, furniture, lighting, antiques, fine art, wall and floor coverings, and kitchen and bath design and contract services.

  Opening Day at the   ⚾️🌭Friday, April 3 | 12:30–1:30 PM | The PromenadeThe Fenway Sausage Guy is back with three stops...
04/02/2026

Opening Day at the ⚾️🌭
Friday, April 3 | 12:30–1:30 PM | The Promenade

The Fenway Sausage Guy is back with three stops: classic sausages + hot dogs at Drydocks 17–19 & 23–25, and black bean burgers with pretzels at Drydock 21.

Swing by, grab something great, and celebrate the return of baseball—Go Sox.

All shuttle service will be suspended tomorrow, Monday, February 23, due to the forecasted blizzard.We anticipate servic...
02/22/2026

All shuttle service will be suspended tomorrow, Monday, February 23, due to the forecasted blizzard.

We anticipate service will resume on Tuesday, February 24, weather permitting.

Please check back here for additional updates

Trainer  of  at the IDB, is featured in the new issue of  as part of “Wellness Game Changers.”A sharp look at a training...
02/03/2026

Trainer of at the IDB, is featured in the new issue of as part of “Wellness Game Changers.”

A sharp look at a training philosophy that’s changing how Boston thinks about strength, longevity, and real results.

On newsstands now.

💥 IDB fam, this one’s for you! 💥Swing by  at 23 Drydock TODAY and score 30% off your in-store order.Don’t miss it — toda...
12/10/2025

💥 IDB fam, this one’s for you! 💥
Swing by at 23 Drydock TODAY and score 30% off your in-store order.

Don’t miss it — today only.
In-store purchases only

Holiday magic is happening right here at the IDB Join us this Wednesday, December 10th from 10:00AM–5:00PM as we host a ...
12/08/2025

Holiday magic is happening right here at the IDB

Join us this Wednesday, December 10th from 10:00AM–5:00PM as we host a festive Holiday Market inside the BDC.

Explore pop-ups from incredible local makers, discover limited-edition gifts, and feel the energy of our creative community all under one roof.

17 Drydock.

On December 10th, the  introduces a new Holiday Market concept, bringing together a curated roster of small-batch, New E...
11/18/2025

On December 10th, the introduces a new Holiday Market concept, bringing together a curated roster of small-batch, New England makers and artisans to share their work with the community.

From 10AM–5PM, shop thoughtfully crafted goods, experience showroom programming throughout the building, stop by Santa’s Milk & Cookie Bar, and don’t miss now-iconic ‘Sweet Spaces’ Gingerbread Challenge with .

Come explore a day designed to celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and the spirit of the season at the BDC. Free & open to the public. 17 Drydock Avenue.

Protect Your Ride Before WinterWinter is coming… is your car ready? Before the salt, snow, and grime hit, give your vehi...
11/03/2025

Protect Your Ride Before Winter

Winter is coming… is your car ready? Before the salt, snow, and grime hit, give your vehicle the protection it deserves with CarCare’s Winter Shield promotion.

CarCare will be onsite tomorrow, November 4th. Get a FREE Clay Cleaning with any Full or Exterior Detail — the perfect way to prep your car for the season ahead.
Shield your paint. Lock in that shine.

Appointments are filling fast—book now and let CarCare keep your ride winter-ready.

Service Alert – Holiday ScheduleHeads up, IDB community — there will be no Pier 10 ferry service on Monday, October 13th...
10/10/2025

Service Alert – Holiday Schedule

Heads up, IDB community — there will be no Pier 10 ferry service on Monday, October 13th in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Please plan accordingly. Normal ferry service resumes Tuesday, October 14th

- LAST DAY - The     Fair is in The Lounge at 23 Drydock from Noon to 5:00PM. Books + gifts for all ages, and 50% of sal...
08/21/2025

- LAST DAY -
The Fair is in The Lounge at 23 Drydock from Noon to 5:00PM. Books + gifts for all ages, and 50% of sales go to James F. Condon School in South .

Flaky, golden, and 100%  -free. These   are straight from The Art of Gluten-Free Bread by   tenant,  editor-in-residence...
08/19/2025

Flaky, golden, and 100% -free. These are straight from The Art of Gluten-Free Bread by tenant, editor-in-residence Aran Goyoaga — coming Sept 23. Pre-order to get the recipe + video tutorial early. Link in stories today.

Chickadee’s Chef John daSilva presents a special tasting menu inspired by acclaimed chef George Mendes (Aldea, My Portug...
08/14/2025

Chickadee’s Chef John daSilva presents a special tasting menu inspired by acclaimed chef George Mendes (Aldea, My Portugal).

📅 September 4
🕡 6:30 PM
💵 $150 per person

This one-night-only experience is part of the Chickadee Cookbook Club, where reinterprets culinary classics and contemporary icons. Expect bold flavors, refined Portuguese inspirations, and a menu that pays tribute to Mendes’ signature style of elevated rustic cuisine.

📍 Chickadee | IDB, Boston Seaport
🎟️ Seats are limited—reserve now via

Address

One Design Center Place And 21-23-25 Drydock Avenue
Boston, MA
02210

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+16174495501

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