Solutions

Office Transformation

This client was staying in their existing space, but felt that it was not adequately serving their needs. We completed the interviewing, programming and space assessment, then created drawings showing how the space could be reallocated to better fit their needs and requirements. Construction was completed to reconfigure the space according to our plans. New furniture, doors, flooring and paint were specified, ordered and installed to complete the transformation of this existing office, while the client continued to conduct business in this same space. We coordinated all the work from demo to completion in phases so that the client did not lose any valuable business operating time.

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Relocation & Full Build Out

In this design profile, a well established service company (in business for over 100 years) found it necessary to relocate their business to a new, expanded facility. Cadtek Design Studio worked with the client from the initial planning stages from build out to completion, re-designing the operational space for the entire business. As the images below show, Cadtek Design Studio participated in all aspects of the new office build out: assisting with the planning, programming of space and furniture layouts, rendering of CAD drawings, selection and procurement of furnishings and finishes.

New Empty Space

Programmed Layouts, Materials and Finishes

Workstation - Before Workstation - After

New Private Office and Conference Area

Creative Design Solution: Repurposing Display Space

The Challenge

Located “downtown” in a midwestern village where many of the stores and businesses have nostalgic Main Street-style facades, floor space was already in short supply for this dance studio. Installation of a new showcase display window by the building’s owner provided more natural light and aesthetic appeal from the street - but made the studio’s office staff feel like goldfish in a bowl.

The Solution

Cadtek Design Studio proposed some simple yet highly effective changes that transformed the space and offered multiple benefits. From the exterior, installation of sheer draperies provided a theatrical backdrop to a striking montage of photos and dance-related memorabilia. Inside, the sheer window treatment still allowed for the passage of natural light (supplemented by attractive ceiling fixtures) but afforded privacy and minimized distraction in the office space, which was confined to an existing and slightly elevated platform. With a complete redesign of that workspace, including installation of custom-designed and size-appropriate workstations, efficiency and space utilization were maximized. Light-colored finishes brightened and gave the area a fresh, new look, and wall mounted cabinets provided room for additional storage. As simple as they were the design changes made a dramatic difference to the space, both visually and functionally, and enhanced the client’s working environment.