One & Co.'s San Francisco Studio Offices by Cary Bernstein Architect
Cary Bernstein has created a new architectural identity for One & Co.'s industrial design studio space in San Francisco. Located in a turn-of-the-century brick warehouse, the studio space adopted a new minimalist design vocabulary to accentuate the vintage character of the existing structure. To satisfy a staff of designers who crave a range of visual and tactile experiences, Bernstein created a series of over-lapping layers that explore variations in translucency, transparency, materiality, mass, texture, color and light.
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What was originally a loading dock now functions as the main entry into One & Co.'s new space. The entry is rather unique in that a turn-of-the-century overhead door opens to expose the main entry to the outside environment.
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Once past the entry overhead door guests can catch a glimpse of the studio’s breakroom. Perfectly situated against the exterior wall, this light-filled space offers employees an enjoyable place to grab a cup of coffee or a quick lunch.
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In the corner meeting room, transparent frameless glazing provides acoustic privacy but allows for uninterrupted visuals into the adjacent reference library.
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Directly behind the reception desk is the reference library – a perfect space for impromptu meetings or just checking out the latest design magazine.
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Making a bold statement, the studio's neutral color palette is contrasted with hot pink surfaces on the walls, floor and furniture. Incorporating wood into the workstations provides a natural warmth within the overall space.
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Here the Aura credenza, designed by One & Co. for Council, 'pops' against a backdrop of hot pink.
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Designated project alcoves provide design teams with ample wall space for brainstorming and sketching. For intense work sessions the curtains can be drawn for privacy. These alcoves also feature stools designed by One & Co. for Council.
One & Co., interior design, interiors, office design, space planning, warehouse, workplace design 28 Jul 10 | Comment 
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