This two-floor renovation was designed with substantial growth in mind. Spanning 47,000 square feet on the 47th and 48th floors of the Wells Fargo Building in Bunker Hill, it features a contemporary design with an interconnecting staircase, interior water feature, loggia, green walls, distinctive millwork, lighting and furniture elements.  This high-end tenant improvement consists of a variety of spaces including 98 offices, conference rooms, a grand reception area, a cafe, and multiple social and workspaces, designed to offer stunning views of the Los Angeles skyline.

 

One of the most significant challenges was implementing the open office ceiling concept. The team used drywall to craft soffits that seamlessly concealed structural beams, blending the industrial aesthetic of the high-rise with clean, modern finishes. This required meticulous planning and installation to achieve a flawless integration of the building’s existing features with new design elements.

 

A unique aspect of the project was the conversion of part of the interior into an exterior loggia, which involved advanced waterproofing techniques and a plaster finish to create a weather-resistant and visually striking outdoor space. Additionally, the installation of a dramatic interconnecting staircase featured a glass guardrail supported by a button system, creating the illusion of a floating stairway above a waterfall pond.

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The interconnecting staircase required extensive collaboration with the steel subcontractor to bring the design vision to life. The installation of the stair’s glass guardrail required the use of a button system on the ends of all the glass panels, connecting each to a single stringer that runs underneath the treads, which left the stairway entirely unattached to the perimeter wall. This gives the appearance that the steps are floating above the waterfall pond feature.

 

The specialized water feature and the loggia beneath the interconnecting staircase serve as a centerpiece of the firm’s office on both floors.  The water feature consists of a set of five copper podium sculptures which span a 10-foot-width at the base of a staircase. These sculptures feature a combination of smooth and ridged surfaces, and they are elegantly finished with a dark bronze patina.  We meticulously framed and finished this feature to serve as a calming visual centerpiece, enhancing the space’s aesthetic appeal.

 

With long procurement times, permitting delays and intricate design features, having design-build assistance from the GC, the architect, and all the subcontractors was crucial in ensuring that final finishes were all tied into the space.

 

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