Case Study
The goal of this office design was to underscore the industrial framework of the space while creating a warm, inviting, hybrid environment. Throughout the design, a mix of textures and forms were selected to create a sense of liveliness and intrigue, while remaining cohesive.
Courier
San Francisco / 2022
PROJECT CREDITS
Custom Signage
Vivas Inc.
Horticulture
Ito Ito Creative
Photographer
Clara Rice
PROJECT DETAILS
Size
6,000 Sq Ft
Timeline
4 Months
Budget
$120,000
01
Getting Started
Courier’s broker reached out for help designing an office in this light-filled space with city views in downtown San Francisco.
The space came with remnants of the previous tenant’s branding, an assortment of furniture and an impressive number of acoustic panels.
Underneath all that, we could see that the space had a great layout and lots of potential, with brick walls and industrial elements throughout.
We set up an initial walkthrough to see the space in person and begin our conversation about the scope of work.
02
Design Consultation
During this phase, we engage with the client to learn about their needs for the space and which brand elements they’d like to highlight. For Courier, this meant incorporating nods to their branding colors — purple and pink — which we infused throughout the space using accent walls, rugs and decor.
To help keep costs down and speed up the move in process, we decided to include furniture from Courier’s former office space as well as what the new space’s previous tenant had left behind
03
Proposal
After spending time in the space and in conversation with the client, we moved into the Proposal phase, during which time we form a comprehensive vision for the design. The proposal document we provide to the client at the end of this phase includes a floor plan, a visual presentation and an itemized list of project costs.
For Courier’s design, we began with a universal honey-hued palette inspired by the space's original exposed brick walls. Splashes of color make their way into the design with vibrant decor and the occasional accent wall, along with an abundance of plant life.
In the floor plan we delineated the pieces of furniture that were already in the client’s possession as well as those that still needed to be purchased. Knowing that Courier’s space would serve many purposes and would need to accommodate a growing team, easy-to-move furniture pieces were included in order to allow for flexibility.
04
Revisions
We offer two rounds of revisions to the proposal to ensure that it meets the overall vision and needs for the space. Our thorough consultation at the start of the project means that major revisions are rarely necessary, but we appreciate this step to make sure the details are just right.
Courier opted to eliminate a few non-essential decor items and swap out some of the textile selections to include more vibrant branding colors. There were also a few furnishings that either had long lead times or added significant costs, so we swapped them for more readily available or cost-effective options.
Once the proposal is approved, we begin ordering furnishings, scheduling installation days and putting together a team to help bring the space to life. With our full network of subcontractors and specialists and our in-house installation crew, we are able to create the team to best meet the specific needs of each project.
05
Installation
During this phase, our team manages all aspects of installation, including receiving shipments, coordinating items moved from the previous space, unpacking and installing furniture and decor and the final cleaning. With our designer both onsite and providing frequent communication with the client, we work to ensure a seamless set-up.
Working with an AV subcontractor, we outfitted meeting rooms with integrated technology to offer seamless communication between all employees, regardless of whether they were working from home or in the office.
We consider this phase to be complete only when the space is move-in ready.
06
Completion
We were thrilled to welcome Courier into the new space and watch as they made it their own.
After move-in, our designer remained available for guidance and support to ensure that the office operated smoothly and met the needs of the team.
