01/2019 – 08/2019 (7 months)

10 000 sf   |  $120 /sf 

custom reception desk + folding plane

break room detailing

training room detailing

wood soffit at office fronts

development of national design standards

The Baird office in Dayton, OH is only the third to adopt the new brand interiors standard developed by the team at EUA. I contributed to the team of four in creating and implementing the design adopted by Baird nationally. As the lead designer for the Dayton branch, I worked with the team to develop specialized elements, which allow this high performing branch to stand out and support the retention of a younger workforce.

The elements that make this branch unique include a wrapped wood folding plane break room element that references the folding plane developed for the reception area. The reception station and folding plane element were developed by the EUA Baird design team to play off the Baird logo of an bold blue rhombus that appears to be moving forward and up. This unique shape is also nodded to in the millwork reveals at the back of the break room folding plane and in the training room. The motif of folding also extends to the millwork soffits above and carpet detail below at the full glass office fronts. Each detail subtly hints at the larger brand theme to create a cohesive and interesting workspace.

PRESS:
Dayton Buiness Journal, May 23, 2019

09/2018 – 04/2019 (6 months)

3 500 sf  |  $130 /sf

custom floating reception plane

development of national design standards

The Baird office at Sheboygan, WI is an early adaptation of the new brand interiors standard developed by the team at EUA. I was the lead designer on this project and worked with a team of four to develop and implement the Baird interiors standard for the brand nationally.

For this branch, I modified the typical floating plane design to work with a smaller office. The reception station at Sheboygan is a modified workstation and the floating plane above, using the standard linear fixtures, denotes the station and connects the vestibule and the main office. A bold chartreuse folding plane and graphic wall covering enliven the break room, which is tucked at the back of the suite. As with all the new brand standard interiors, full butt glaze office fronts let natural light flood the interior of the suite and nod to the company’s policy of transparency.

01/2017 – 02/2018 (13 months)

48 000 sf (proj area)  |  $200 /sf

retail

3- story atrium

fitness center

cafe + outdoor seating

executive suite

In 2017, AAA Colorado purchased an existing three-story building, built 1979 with a dated atrium space and challenging ADA accessibility issues, with the goal of creating a modern regional corporate headquarters and retail space accessible to the public.

To accomplish the light bright feel of the atrium space, I worked with a structural engineer to raise the space to a single level, retrofit the existing skylights to bring in more daylight, and called for white back-painted spandrel glazing and refinished aluminum frames. I worked with a landscape architect and concrete installation firm to create the living planter boxes and fountain design. This space features a touch-down work bar and built-in benches with easily accessible power connections.

The retail area is defined by a custom reception desk that, with a concealed track hidden hinged door, be gated at night. There are many casual seating areas and custom retail displays showcasing AAA services and travel-related products they sell.

I created the design of the space and its features as well as drafted the construction documents with the assistance of a project manager and production assistant. 

 

AWARDS:
ENR Best Projects, Award Of Merit, 2018

HIGHLIGHTS

custom detailing + finish selection

construction administration

open ceiling, client designed, HVAC

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This consulting engineer firm was looking to rebrand and refresh their image along with their new space. I assisted with custom detailing of the reception desk, finish selection and construction administration. I also helped to coordinate vendors and consultants including the client, who designed their own HVAC. Their work was elegantly highlighted in the open ceiling space.

08/2012 – 01/2013 (5 months)

41 100 sf  |  $52 /sf

20% walled office reduction

phased expansion to additional floor

7 open break out meeting areas

large Training / Boardroom / Party room

custom desk wireframe model + detailing

fixture + finish selection

This project unified two existing spec suite floors into one fresh, fun environment. The client was particularly drawn to bright colors, open plan meeting spaces and large scale patterns. The 9th floor lunch room floor was created with 3 vinyl tile designs and mirrored with a drop ceiling in faux walnut. The large graphic pattern in the 7th floor board room is created with elongated carpet tiles in a herringbone. This room is used for training, meetings and large parties. The space is successful because it reflects the spirit of the company to clients and creates a dynamic and creative place for employees to work.

I also created a custom reception desk for this project and illustrated it using a quick SketchUp sketch to help the client better visualize the desk in their new space. I selected finishes and detailed the desk for millwork construction. I finished the space with two casual lounge chairs and a statement light fixture to denote the space as distinct from the rest of the open floor plan.