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| 26 Jul 2022 | |
| Context Summer 2022 |
Located in what was previously a warehouse storage space, this team-based workspace was transformed into a bright, welcoming place to engage a collaborative hybrid workforce.
Tasked with addressing the needs of teams that have adopted agile organizational principles and methodologies, and a team-based work structure that thrives on frequent collaboration, the space was specifically designed to support a less traditional work process. The space has no individual assigned work seats but is composed primarily of team or scrum rooms. The rooms are assigned based on projects, where multi-disciplinary teams have access to state-of-the-art audio visual technology, wall surfaces for ideation, and personal storage. The rooms are supplemented by smaller enclosed huddle and privacy spaces scattered through the remainder of the space, expansive open collaboration areas for socialization and cross-pollination of ideas, and a cafe. By providing options for how and where to work, the design pointedly supports hybrid work, autonomy and neurodiversity.
Team rooms were designed to allow for flexibility for both daily users and to accommodate frequent visitors. Providing flexible ancillary seating, writable surfaces and pin up spaces gives workers the ability to express themselves within the space. Creating opportunities for customization and team branding fosters a sense of community and ownership of the space.
To balance the lack of windows in the former warehouse, the design team selected vibrantly-colored furniture and walls in addition to glass partitions to create an active, transparent and energetic workspace. Baffle ceiling systems highlight the high ceilings and the unique character of the former storage space, while carefully curated lighting creates a sense of brightness and airiness.
PROJECT: Agile Team Workspace
Location: Philadelphia Area, PA
Client: Confidential
Project Size: 18,000 gsf
Project Team:
Ballinger (Architecture, Interiors, MEP Engineering, Structural Engineering)
MEP Engineering (Structural Engineering)
The Lighting Practice (Lighting Design)
Shen Milsom & Wike (Acoustics and Vibration)
AVI-SPL (Audiovisual)
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