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Axonometric View of Site LocationENTERTAINMENT / SOUTH PARK CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD
Vicinity MapLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
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locationNEVADA
CALIFORNIA
LOS ANGELES
Existing Interior Core32nd FLOOR PENTHOUSE
Building Envelope32nd FLOOR PENTHOUSE
site
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profile gatherers ideators brainstormers
introverts heads down workers private people enjoy alone time
enjoy small interactions enjoy project teams people who seek trustuser
extroverts enjoy large groups
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profileuser
ClientsCEU Presenters
Building ReviewersCode Reviewers
Product RepsStudents
ContractorsEmployees
Maintenence
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ADMINISTRATORS“ ”
EXTENDED TEAM“ ”
MANAGEMENT“ ”
DESIGN STAFF“ ”
Managing DirectorStudio Director (3)Design Director (3)Marketing Director
Designers (8)Project Managers (7)Job Captains (6)Intern
Office ManagerProject Coordinators (3)Receptionist
CEO, COO, CFOHuman ResourcesFinanceInformation Technology
“the designers”
FOCUSER COLLABORATORLEARNER SOCIALIZER
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researchframework
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SOCIALIZE
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LEARN
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Large ScaleMaximum Ambient LightVariety, Choice, and FlexibilityPublic and Inclusive
Medium/ Large ScaleAmbient Light with Task LightingTools to IdeateAreas to Gather
Medium ScaleLower Ambient LightingMore IsolationLess Formal
Visual and Audio PrivacySmall ScaleTask LightingOptions
NEXT’s research framework was adapted from Steelcase’s Ideation Center Categorization and Gensler’s Four Work Modes. Additionally, Gibson’s Theory of Affordances will influence the concept and layout of the space
WE/OWNED
I/OWNED
WE/SHARED
I/SHARED
SHARED
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FOCUS“ ”
SOCIALIZE“ ”
COLLABORATE“ ”
Large ScaleMaximum Ambient LightVariety, Choice, and FlexibilityPublic and Inclusive
Medium/ Large ScaleAmbient Light with Task LightingTools to IdeateAreas to Gather
Medium ScaleLower Ambient LightingMore IsolationLess Formal
Visual and Audio PrivacySmall ScaleTask LightingOptions
researchframework
researchframework
- PHYSICAL the space has all objects needed to afford a task
- SEMANTIC the apparent meaning of the space - chairs around a table = conference
- CULTURAL understanding how to act in a space through past experience
- LOGICAL using logic to know which way to face in a room
theory of affordanceshow you perceive your environment
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FOCUS
SOCIALIZE
COLLABORATE
LEARN
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Large ScaleMaximum Ambient Light
Variety, FlexibilityPublic and Inclusive
Medium/ Large ScaleAmbient Light with Task
Tools to IdeateAreas to Gather
Medium ScaleLower Ambient Lighting
More IsolationLess Formal
Visual + Audio PrivacySmall Scale
Task LightingOptions
The NEXT workplace will use spatial tactics such as scale and light to reveal the purpose of a space and inertly teach the user how to work in that context. This will help the user better perceive the allowances of their environment.
NEXT will create a spectrum of destinations where employees and clients can socialize, collaborate, learn, and focus.
reveal gradient the power of choice and autonomy
LEARN OPENOFFICE
FOCUS SOCIALIZECOLLABORATEWork CafeReception + Waiting
Large ConferenceBIM/VR/TrainingDesign LibraryResource RoomMaker Space + Model Shop
Medium ConferenceSmall ConferenceIdeation/ Breakout Enclaves
Phone + Quiet RoomsPrivate OfficesMother’s / Rejuvenation Room
conceptstrategies
conceptgoals
MY WORKa space where you can focus individually. spaces to collaborate + interact to build trust.
TEAM WORK
SECURE SPACE OPEN SPACEvisual, acoustic, and physical barriers. shared spaces + collaborative atmosphere.
PERSONAL TOUCHES
the integration of “my home.” the integration of “our home.”
BRANDVALUES
CONCEPTUAL TANGIBLEa space to ideate and create a space to refine and present
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Reception + Waiting
Large Conference
Work Cafe
Small Conference
Private Off ice + Focus Room
Phone + Quiet Room
Open Off ice
Mother’s Room + Rejuvenation
Resource + Copy Room
Model Shop + Maker Space
Medium Conference
Design Library
BIM + VR + Training
Focus Cubby
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Main Level Floor Plan Mezzanine Floor Plan
OPEN TO BELOW
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Mezzanine Conceptual Ceiling Plan
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10’-0” A.F.F.
Main Level Conceptual Ceiling Plan Work Cafe Open Off ice
mezzanineceilings
main levelceilings
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KEY PLAN
Both Seating for Impromptu Meetings Great for Quick Rep Meetings
Branding Wall w/ Integrated Wayfinding SystemPersonal Experience within Technology
Adjacencies:Elevator Lobby, Large Conference, WorkCafe, Staircase to Mezzanine
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Ology Height Adjustable Workstation
SOTO Mobile Caddy
Gesture Task Chair
Copy Machine
Mini Fridge
Steelcase Universal Storage Casework
Bix Lounge
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publicView from Elevator Lobby
Reception + Waiting
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KEY PLAN
Variety of Seating Implements Choice for Employees
Acoustic Transfer ControlWall Between Blue Open Office and WorkCafe goes to deck
Adjacencies:Large Conference, Staircase to Mezzanine, Blue Open Office, Restrooms, Catering Room
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publicwork cafeView from Kitchenette
Work Cafe
publicwork cafe
Section through Main Corridor 1
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Enea Lottus Stool
Campfire Big Table
Gesture Task Chair
Mediascape Conference
Bix Seating
Lagunitas Table Personal
Lagunitas Lounge
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Personalization + BrandingWritable Surfaces for “Cafe” Feel, Area to Display Branded Mugs
WayfindingTransitional Flooring between “Collaborative” and “Focus” Open Offices
Adjacencies:Catering Room, Restrooms, Staircase to Mezzanine, Large Conference
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work cafeView from Banquette Seating
Work Cafe
work cafe
Axon from Behind Coffee Bar 1
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Less than 5 Chair
Enea Lottus Table
Undercounter Microwave Storage
Steelcase Casework
Undercounter Dishwasher
Fridge + Freezer
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KEY PLAN
Scale Reinforcing BehaviorDropdown Ceiling Cloud Over Workstations
Employee Choice ImplementationHeight Adjustable Desks, Unassigned Workstations, Reservable Phone Rooms
Adjacencies:Layout Space for Rack Sets + Finishes, Small Group Meeting Areas, Private Office,
Small Conference, Phone Rooms, Mother’s/Relaxation Room
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View from Work StationBlue Open Off ice
open off ice
open off iceSection through Private Office 1
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Alight Ottoman
Enea Lottus Table and Chairs
Mediascape Conference
Elective Elements Desking System
Bob Lounge Chair
Last Minute Seating Stool
Davos Bench
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KEY PLAN
Combining Tactile Ideation with TechnologyCollaboration Area with Moveable Writable, Transparent Panels to Slide over Projection Wall
Employee Choice ImplementationHeight Adjustable Desks, Unassigned Workstations, Reservable Phone Rooms
Adjacencies:Layout Space for Rack Sets + Finishes, Large to Medium Group Meeting Areas,
Medium Conference, Private Offices, Small Confernce
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open off iceView from Work Station
Red Open Off ice
open off ice
Section Through Private Office
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Lagunitas Lounge
Enea Lottus Table and Stool
Bob Lounge Chair
Elective Elements Desking System
Gesture Task Chair
Mediascape Conference
Alight Ottoman
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Moveable PartitionsGive Client Meetings More Privacy, Openable for Large Employee Gatherings
Custom Furnishings + Open Floor SpaceOpen Floor Space for VR Capabilities, Step Seating Around Perimeter for “Stadium Effect”
Adjacencies:Work Cafe (below), Design Library
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KEY PLAN
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mezzanineView from High-Top Tables
BIM / VR / Training
mezzanine
Axon from within VR + BIM + Training 1
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Moveable Privacy Partitions
Verb Whiteboard Easels and Stand
Projection + Tackable + Whiteboard Wall
Open Floor Space for Virtual Reality
Campfire Personal Table
Custom Step Seating
Steelcase Mediascape Puck (Virtual)
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Variety in StorageClosed and Open Shelving, Wall Space for Hung Finish Boards, Layout Space, Drawers
Medium ConferenceDirect Adjacency for Rep Presentations
Adjacencies:Work Cafe (below), BIM/VR/Training, Medium Conference
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KEY PLAN
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materials libraryView from Corridor
Materials Library
materials library
Section through Corridor 1
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Enea Lottus Sled Stool
Enea Lottus Table
Lagunitas Lounge
BuzziSpace BuzziShade
Bivi Freestanding Rumble Seat w/ Hoodie
Campfire Personal Table
Alight Round Ottoman
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finishesmaterials
finishes
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materials- Stick to Branded Colors + Neutrals
- Application to Highlight Wayfinding + Placemaking
- NO to LOW VOCs
- FSC Sustainable Wood
- Carpet Tile for Acoustics
Selection CriteriaBranded. Bold. Sustainable.
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sustainabilitystrategies
- Optimize Energy Performance
- Environmental Product Declarations
- Interiors Life Cycle Impact Reduction
- Low- Emitting Materials
- Daylight + Quality Views
- Acoustic Performance
- Innovation
1st LA LEED Gold Let’s Keep the Sustainable Story
what’s next?
Main Floor Axonometric
Mezzanine Omitted for Clarity
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what’s next? - Allow Space for Growth
- Will Open Offices Always be the Norm?
- Generation Z
Future. Change. Growth. What Happens NEXT at NEXT?
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user-centric design.thank you. questions?
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