For the relocation of BCCI’s South Bay office, the company envisioned a dynamic workplace with a residential feel reflecting its culture, the diverse work styles of its employees, and its commitment to sustainability and wellness.

Working with a modest $165/square foot budget, the office provides areas for interaction and contemplative work. Rather than a reception desk near the entry, a concierge island invites employees and visitors to come in and stay a while. The combined coffee bar, lounge, and kitchen space offers flexibility for large gatherings and client events. An adjacent conference center offers large and medium-sized meeting rooms with advanced audiovisual components for presentations and remote meetings.

A series of “feature frames” at the center of the workspace form a gateway to amenities such as a wellness room, breakout areas, and huddle rooms. Workstations and layout space are configured along perimeter windows to provide employees with ample natural light.

To open up and brighten the space, ceiling joists were exposed and painted white. For a tailored appearance, conduits were hidden behind beams, and a flat, white acoustical treatment was added between joists to mitigate noise.

Playing off the concept of “Glamma Chic,” the office has a welcoming feel. White, black, and gray tones modernize the space while splashes of fiery fuchsia add interest. Warm elements such as a communal dining table, a yarn bomb column, and vintage needlepoint artwork infuse a comfortable, playful vibe while sleek brass fixtures and geometric furniture pieces give the space polish.

Many of the ergonomic standards and features established during the build-out of BCCI’s San Francisco headquarters were utilized at the new location; however, the South Bay office has its own distinct identity with special finishes to complement its unique design.

Photography: Blake Marvin