resident suite.

Custom built-ins provide adequate storage for resident’s possessions including a sliding track closet door

Wallcovering pays homage to topography patterns of Austin’s landscape

Organic, curvilinear forms aid in resident safety while navigating through the space

ABOUT:

the company:

Pointe shoe company

No existing branding

Committed to diversity & inclusivity the space:

Customer service center

New York City, NY

35th & 36th floors (50,000 SF) the project:

Individual Project I Junior Level

Softwares I Revit, Enscape, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Workplace & Human Centered Research

Branding & Concept Development

Space Planning

3D Modeling

Perspective Renderings

FF&E Specifications tailored. clean. simple.

Concept & Design Intent

6 Vinyl Upholstery

Inspired by Anna Pavlova , the famous ballerina raised from poverty and creator of the modernday pointe shoe , Pavlova seeks to produce high-end dance wear and diverse toned pointe shoes to promote the need for diversity in the dance industry. The company strives to instill the love of ballet and to be a leader in providing the appropriate dance wear necessary for ballerinas across the United States.

From the important element of human form in dance, the facility features the design elements of line and form . This is evident in the form of elements and finishes such as linear light fixtures , a custom curved reception desk , and furniture with clean lines . The unique designs inspired by classic New York City dance studios will be accomplished through the use of wooden floors natural light and glass walls

7 Vinyl Upholstery

8 Custom Textile: “Adagio”

9 Black & White Marble

Design Drivers

Community

Communal seating arrangements and emphasis on social spaces utilized to provide employees or guests a space to socialize. Glass walls also utilized in spaces that do not require privacy to allow visual connectivity

Environmentally friendly furniture and finishes utilized with the goal of keeping sustainability important in the process. This includes recycled materials and low VOC’s where possible. LED lighting also used to conserve energy in the building

Creates recognizable branding by utilizing brand inspiration and values throughout space. Accomplished by utilizing famous ballet inspired paintings by Edgar Degas, suitable materials and furniture, and a custom textile

Level 35 Color-coded Floor Plan

Break room located right off reception and away from the agents, workstations, and offices to separate the noisy areas from quiet areas

Steelcase Ergonomic task chairs utilized to promote comfort and well-being by allowing it to flex in multiple dimensions for a more customizable fit

Coaching rooms, locker room, and nurse’s station located adjacent to their workstations for easy access

The large training room conveniently located on the first floor near the elevator to allow for easy navigation for visitors

Level 36 Color-coded Floor Plan

Administration Assistants placed adjacent to both sets of managers to maximize communication

Offices located centrally and off a window wall to ensure equality and minimize a sense of hierarchy amongst mangers

Mangers, directors, and corporate director offices feature a glass curtain wall to promote transparency and allow more interaction and more natural day light

Floor commons available for anyone to use in the office, accomplishing accidental encounters with employees of other departments to interact

An additional copy/coffee bar is featured in the agent area for convenience to the workers

Workstations positioned where information cannot be easily read by people walking through the major egress of the building

Lounging area right off of the stair and near the south window wall allows employees and guests to take a break when needed

Monumental stair located near elevator to promote movement and exercise in the workplace

reception.

Creative

Product Design & Hand Renderings