A global law firm tasked a local design studio with designing a comprehensive tenant improvement finish out for their regional Austin office. Located on the 22nd floor of a prominent tower in downtown Austin, the 9,646-square-foot office features a balanced combination of private offices, open workspace, conference rooms, breakroom, catering kitchen, workroom, and a welcoming reception area.
The design focuses on creating a sense of openness and organic flow throughout the space, with a particular emphasis on access to daylight. Visual interest is strategically incorporated, with focal points at each end of a long corridor to guide circulation and enhance user experience. The design promotes a democratized office environment where all offices and workspaces are available through a reservation system, fostering collaboration while maintaining flexibility. The space also prioritized sustainability and wellbeing, aligning with the law firm’s commitment to responsible design practices.
The design embodies the firm’s culture through the corporate metaphor of the Pelican pod—being unified, purposeful, and adaptive. Organized as a singular trajectory, the design flows seamlessly through distinct yet interconnected spaces. Upon entering, the public area represents the shore, where the pod gathers to engage with clients; the office environment reflects individuals in flight; working in harmony yet guided by unique strengths; and the breakroom serves as the nest, a communal space for respite and social interaction.
Curved forms, fluted details, and unifying colors evoke dynamic motion while biophilic materials, rich hues and textures anchor the design in nature; creating a design vision that is both cohesive and reflective of the company’s values, their commitment to collaboration, innovation, and nurtured growth.
Orrick Law Office
Perkins&Will Austin Studio
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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe
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9646 ㎡
Completion
2024
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