Case studies

St. Joseph Candler/Ambulatory Services Hub was looking to create a patient-centered space to meet the variety of demands of their facility. The medical center houses areas for ambulatory surgery, robotic technology for non-invasive surgeries, imaging, urgent care, an OBGYM clinic, primary care, a shell space, and a tenet space. These diverse needs required furniture and design that would both support many needs and provide respite for waiting patients and guests. With the help of Gresham Smith, they constructed an inspiring, calming space full of natural light. 

Location: Pooler, GA
Architecture firm: Gresham Smith
Interior design firm: Design Studio Blue
Photography: Sandy DeWitt

The Baptist Memorial Hospital in Crittenden had served a small rural community in West Memphis for years, but needed more space and resources to accommodate a growing number of patients. Despite these needs, they had an extremely limited budget to achieve all of the enhancements that they required. With the help of ESarch and Carolina, they created a new campus that included additional beds, a cancer center, a more efficient ED overflow system, an indoor-outdoor cafe, and a small chapel—all within budget. Today, the hospital can better serve both the medical staff and patients through their new, inviting and space-efficient space. 

Location: West Memphis, TN

Design Firm/Architect: ESarch

Photographer: Chad Mellon

The UC Irvine Medical Center was looking to upgrade the Chao Comprehensive Digestive Disease Center by expanding clinical and support spaces as well as updating the style to feel more light, airy, and welcoming. With the help of Tangram and Tangram’s in-house designer, the team chose Carolina furniture to create cohesive waiting spaces for the newly renovated Center.

Despite the first floor waiting area’s long and thin dimensions, designers used flooring details both inside and out to create the illusion of no-boundaries, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows and the thin frame of Rule of Three seating. Today, the furniture and space maintain a fresh, uplifting place to help patients find more comfort and beauty in healing spaces.

Location: Orange County, CA

Design Firm/Architect: Perkins Eastman

Photographer: Benny Chan

One of the pre-eminent challenges in designing the Inova Women’s Hospital and Inova Children’s Hospital was to create distinct yet complementary identities for each of these institutions sharing the same newly constructed building. OFS Brands offers an extensive, proven line of modern furniture appropriate for a wide range of healthcare spaces from patient rooms to waiting areas to cafés. OFS Brands furniture became part of the design concept, helping the team effectively create the desired soothing, spa-like feel of the women’s areas and highlight the bright, playful motif in the pediatric spaces.

Moffitt McKinley Outpatient Center has helped accommodate the hospital’s growing needs. The facility offers numerous outpatient services, and patients experience a warm and inviting atmosphere. All five floors include large waiting areas that are multi-functional with soft seating, powered tables, game areas, etc. Themed fabric selections were used for way-finding on each floor and added to the overall inviting experience.

DLR Group is a 100% employee-owned global team of design experts. In Orlando, their team was rapidly expanding, so they needed a new space that could better support their growth. They began by implementing internal engagement sessions to discover the current highlights and most needed additions for their new office. 

Together, they hoped to reflect the core values of DLR Group in the office design: commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, and teamwork. To do this, they incorporated sustainability touchpoints like “the sandbar,” a platform in the center of the office crafted from reclaimed barn wood. They added pops of color throughout the office to highlight culture, included views to nature, and crafted work areas that offer a mix of private and collaborative spaces to support various work styles.

Today, the office acts as a central gathering place for the community, with ample space for hosting events. The bright natural light and open concept plan make each team member feel like they’re part of something bigger, and the nearby lake encourages team wellness. This new office is a space that unifies and reflects the excellence and purpose of DLR Group. 

Design: DLR Group 
Dealer: Common Sense Office Furniture 
Photography: Chad Baumer 

ID+A, Joseph & Joseph Architects, and OFS partnered to transform a department store into Gray Ice Higdon's new law office. The company sought to create a modern, updated space that would facilitate employee pride and represent the esteem of their national clientele and success. The design team prioritized employee investment, comfort, and functionality by allowing each team member to choose their own tackboard, incorporating rich tones to invoke a sense of warmth, and choosing flexible furniture solutions that could adapt to their needs. Today, the combination of private offices and collaborative space empowers Grey Ice Higdon's team and sets the tone for a bright future for their work. 

Location: Louisville, KY
Dealer: ID + A Inc.
Architecture: Joseph & Joseph Architects
Rep Group: The Murray Group
Photography: Benjamin Norton
Acoustics: Frasch Acoustics

Stantec's design for Twitter's offices in Boulder, Colorado is a thoughtful reflection of the area's railroad heritage. The design concept draws inspiration from the nearby railroad tracks, and this theme is intricately woven throughout the space. 

Each floor in the office has its own unique theme, balancing unique design styles and workstyles to support the employees within. The first floor, or “the Receiving Yard” is perfect for social interactions, collaboration, and meetings, creating a warm and inviting space for informal connection. The second and third floors, or “The Classification Yards” were designed for a variety of work styles, using color zoning to define different work areas and promote flexibility. Finally, the fourth floor, or “The Depot,” is a space more for well-being and relaxation, offering spaces for small touchdown conversations, inspiration, and focused productivity. 

The design overall encourages a flexible and dynamic approach to workplace culture. Stantec's design successfully captures the essence of the railroad history in Boulder while creating a dynamic and engaging workspace that reflects Twitter's distinctive approach to office design.

Location: Boulder, CO
Design: Stantec
Contractor: Rand
Photography: David Lauer

Located in the heart of Jasper, IN, the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center is home to Jasper Community Arts and the Jasper Public Library. The facility features over 63,000 square feet of cultural enrichment for the surrounding town. 

The Arts Wing of the Cultural Center houses Jasper Community Arts' staff and features multiple galleries, workshops, private studios, and a Black Box Theatre. A small gift shop highlights items by local artists and rotates quarterly. The Atrium features a large open space for events, connection, and community usage. 

The Jasper Public Library offers private study and meeting rooms, as well as, a maker's space. Overall, this space is a hub for the community to gather and connect. 

Location: Jasper, IN 

Farm Bureau Insurance prioritized innovation and investment in their people and the Lansing community by renovating their 171,000 square foot office space to better support the staff within. Their organization has occupied their current building since the 1970’s, and today the renovation has transformed the space to bring in ample natural light, fully-ergonomic workstations, and dynamic and inspiring design details. Today, the vibrant, intuitive, and thoughtfully designed space supports employees however they want to work—in the office every day, or every once and a while. 

“Our leadership engaged employees from the very beginning to determine the true needs and desires. This was much more than a building facelift — it was driven by the thoughts, ideas, and feedback of Farm Bureau employees.” - Domik Feldpausch, Facilities Manager

Location: Lansing, MI
Dealer: DBI 
Rep firm: Davis Corporate Solutions
Photography: Sojourners Co
Square footage: 171,000 sf

DLR Group was tasked with transforming the 2nd floor of an existing building on the University of Miami's campus into a vibrant student village that would support various student organizations. To start, DLR Group established interactive engagement sessions with the students and faculty themselves, as well as the University of Miami's Office of Design and Construction to discover how to best represent each group and support their individual needs. 

The Whitten Center Student Village provides space for various cultural student organizations reflecting the vibrant community at the University of Miami. To best highlight each group, DLR Group turned to their in-house Experiential Graphics Team to create custom murals throughout the space. They also made sure to meet with each student org to choose a color palette and patterns that would best represent their unique cultural identities. The Village also houses the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, the LGBTQ+ Student Center, the Graduate Student Organization, and the newly implemented Veteran Resource Center. Several open student lounges encourage collaboration and engagement between these groups and all students who pass through the Whitten Center.

“I am proud of many different things on the project, but my favorite part was seeing the joy and excitement on the students’ faces when they came in for the photoshoot.” - Karli Kronmiller, DLR Group

Location: Coral Gables, FL
Architecture/Design: DLR Group
Construction: Messam Construction
Carpet: Interface Flooring
University: University of Miami
Photography: Chad Baumer 

The Capital Southwest team imagined a high-end, modern look that would make employees feel welcomed and empowered to do their best work. Capital Southwest is a Dallas-based business development company focused on supporting the acquisition and growth of middle-market businesses. They chose to move to Preston Center, an office complex featuring retail, dining, and hotel options as well as ample parking to support the employee and visitor experience. 

With Spencer + Company's and ENTOS Design's help, their new office combines private offices, meeting rooms, and collaborative spaces designed in warm natural tones. The use of wood, leather, and nature-inspired finishes beautifully complement the architecture, and the vast windows offer views of the surrounding area.

Square footage: 13,373 square feet
Location: Dallas, TX
Dealer: Spencer + Company
Design: ENTOS Design
Real Estate: HPI Real Estate Services & Investments
Photography: Shoot2Sell

This local Dallas business supports the US housing finance system, ensuring reliable and affordable mortgage funds across the country. To match demand and growth, they decided to move their office across northern DFW to better assist their growing staff. Today, the new office houses over 500 employees, focusing on technology to aid hybrid conferencing, a variety of workspaces to encompass human needs, and dynamic design details that reflect the brand identity and provide easy wayfinding. 

Wellness, engagement, and community were this company's top priority in welcoming their employees back to the office post-pandemic. Abundant natural light, biophilic elements, and a well-thought-out layout combine to foster a warm, dynamic environment that employees can be proud of. 

Location: Plano, TX
Architect / Design: HOK 
Graphics: ASI
Contractor: DPR Construction
Engineering: Telios Engineering
Dealer: Evenson Best
 

Located in Kansas City, this government office needed a refresh to create a homeful, up-to-date space for its employees to thrive. Together in partnership with Messerschmidt Inc and key designers from Kansas City, they designed a space that would help staff focus, connect, or discover according to their needs throughout the day. Combined with pops of color,  easy access to power, a centralized cafe, and views of the city, this is a space for people to choose how they work best. 

Location: Kansas City, MO
Designers: Heather Edwards, Kim Crane
Architect: GSA KC
Rep Group: Messerschmidt Inc.

Strom Law’s Barrister Hall was designed as one of the first legal co-working communities. With over 10,000 square feet of flexible workspace, a variety of legal firms can come together in one office to share insights, innovate, and connect with others. Built with state-of-the-art technology and ample amenities, this space was designed to support the legal community however they work best. With spaces ranging from private offices to conference rooms to lounge areas, each member can choose what fits them.

Location: Columbia, SC
Rep Firm: Jack Fetner Associates
Designer/Dealer: F3 Concepts
Photography: Firewater Photography