The R1 Executive Suites are a reconfiguration of an upper level suite that Trent had designed previously while at another office. This project provided the opportunity to re-enter a space he already knew well, using a design process that emphasized usage to freshen, rethink, and renew the suite for its next phase.

As R1 updated all of their workspaces to welcome teams back to the office after prolonged work-from-home mandates, they saw a chance to examine their goals and the ways they were using their spaces in order to reach higher levels of comfort and efficiency. They made the decision to move their executives to Utah, and needed this sixth floor suite to be dedicated for executive use.

To accommodate the new users, we placed emphasis on programming, wayfinding, and usability in the suite. Working closely with R1, we compiled detailed lists of specifics for each workstation and meeting room. Taking note of exact amounts of storage space needed, desk configurations preferred, and existing office processes all allowed us to tailor the suite to the company’s specific needs and priorities.