Office Improvements Arizona

Office Improvements Arizona

As buildings age, there are many factors which may spark the need for an office improvement.  If you have a feeling that the space could be better utilized or that the finishes create a underwhelming environment, it may be time to update your offices to create a more productive and exciting place to work. If needed a finance for office improvements you can check this site https://www.onepayday.com/.

office interior design

office Lounge

I recently met with a client and below are some recurring themes which make a company want to improve their work environments.

  • Our office feels outdated
  • We could better utilize our space
  • First impressions from the lobby is lackluster
  • The used office furniture we acquired when we first started our company is not an efficient use of space, aesthetically tired and in need of replacement
  • As our workforce ages, we want to lure millennials into our offices and retain our current millennials
  • Outdated system furniture
  • unmatched office furniture with various chair styles within one room
  • Desire Modern office interior
  • Unmatched interior from multiple project throughout the years
  • Lobby needs a refresh
  • Restrooms need a refresh

Utilizing an architect to orchestrate the design should be your first stop.  They can put together the necessary design team of engineers and contractor to ensure a successful project.  For example, if structural changes are required or building systems such as Mechanical, plumbing or electrical need to be altered, the architect can find the right team.  If your in need of a contractor, the architect can suggest the right type of contractor for the project.  The best approach is when client, architect and contractor work together as a team.

Before remodel

Before remodel

 

Commercial office building - After remodel

Commercial office building – After remodel

During Construction, especially improvements to an existing buildings, opening up walls, ceilings and floors may uncover unusual construction, items concealed from prior projects or even failure in construction systems.  Abandoned sinks, ductwork and wiring is common.  Even faulty floor slabs or failed plumbing can be uncovered.  Fire rated wall conditions may be altered and not satisfying the code or even worse, creating a unsafe environment.  Restrooms may need new plumbing, not just the sink or toilet, but what is behind the wall.  Over time, the piping may have become corroded.

During construction, quick logical decisions by the design team and contractor ensure that the project is completed efficiently and correctly, satisfying all current codes and creating a safe environment.

Liquor Corral in Buckeye, Arizona

Liquor Corral in Buckeye, Arizona

The Liquor Corral is nearing its completion of the renovation process.  We are just completing the final details.  From the initial design concept to the final product, it has maintained its vision.

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Located in the heart of downtown Buckeye ‘Historical district’, the original building was essentially a prefabricated metal building, with an entry reflective of an old western facade.  It had wood siding, a wood deck and security bars adorning its windows.

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Our initial goals was to give it a fresh new look while still maintaining the old west feel.  We wanted to get rid of the bars on the windows which was not welcoming.  However we did need to consider security in our design.

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The building owner, who is originally from Iran, wanted to reflect upon the wonderful architectural character of his cultural background.  He wanted us to look at architecture from the middle east and somehow blend this into our design.   Through both our memories from college architectural history 101 and our research for this project, we fell in love with the lattice work type design of ‘mashrabiya’ or ‘Shanasheel’.   It become our goal to fuse this design element.

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We wanted to develop a design which didn’t completely change the basic bones of the building or structure.  We had to be very cost conscious.  We began looking at cowboy western wear, specifically cowboy boot design.  We concluded that the patterns of leather on the boots was similar to the cut patterns of mashrabiya screens.  With the use of rusted metal panels and the use of a plasma cutting machine, we were able to create our own mashrabiya meets western wear motife.

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We took this design element and developed custom sliding barn doors which open during the day and closed for security at night.  This allowed us to get rid of the security bars.

Barn Door Detail

Barn Door Detail

With the help from the City of Buckeye Economic Development Catalyst Grant Program and the trust of the business owner in our design, the project became a reality.  With the dedication form Chris Rounds of Rounds Construction, we worked through the design challenges to create this custom one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece.

Liquor Corral, Buckeye, Arizona

Liquor Corral, Buckeye, Arizona

The Liquor Corral, a business in Historic Downtown Buckeye, is revitalizing the façade to bring new life to a building which contains a thriving business, yet a tired exterior appearance.

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The original building is your typical standard metal structure you may see on surrounding properties throughout Buckeye.  Years ago, a covered wood porch entryway was built on the front north facade to embellish the standard building.

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The new improvements include a new entry doorway and windows without the present security bars to open the building and make it more welcoming/inviting.  Sliding barn doors with a cut metal pattern were added for security.  It allows it to be very transparent during the day with added security at night when closed.

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New exterior raw steel material was added to the north building facade along Monroe Avenue with a design elegance reflecting the motive of western wear.  The pattern of cowboy boot design was used as the inspiration for the fenestration.  Custom steel panels were designed and cut using a sophisticated computer aided machine.  

project material and inspiration

project material and inspiration

The panels have a natural rust patina finish.  This finish is seen throughout the desert southwest in many forms.  Architecturally, it brings a warmth and a level of sophistication to the building.

Project to be completed in summer of 2016.