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Axonometric View of Site LocationENTERTAINMENT / SOUTH PARK CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD

Vicinity MapLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA

location

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

FOCUS

SOCIALIZE

COLLABORATE

LEARN

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LEARN“ ”

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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

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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SHARE“ ”

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

8’-0” A.F.F.

9’-0” A.F.F.

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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reception

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

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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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public

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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?

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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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