New York Tech Client
Undersea Workplace GraphicsFor our New York Tech client, we were inspired by Loren Eiseley’s quote, “If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.” Our goal was to design an immersive experience using the whimsy and wonder of the deep sea to create graphics that mimicked being underwater.
The glass graphics redefine perspectives on deep-sea creatures, exploring macro and textural details and inviting viewers to look up from the water instead of down. Divided into four quadrants—Coral, Water, Kelp, and Seagrass—the graphics follow the workspace floor plate, each quadrant boasting a unique color and content theme. Wallcoverings play with textures, featuring sea creatures at various scales and delving into the vastness and density of the deep sea. Shifting dots flow organically through the graphics, evoking a sense of fluid movement.
In niches along the floor, lit recessed spaces showcase tone-on-tone sea creatures, balancing sophistication and playfulness. We sourced over 50 aquarium figurines, including a Star Wars Easter egg, a race for buried treasure, the SpongeBob Pineapple, and deep-sea divers.
The Nature Nook, a specialty room, serves as a green oasis, bringing the outside in. With growing plants and window-inspired graphics, the design mimics conservatory windows creating the illusion of different glass styles. The space offers privacy for users to relax and disconnect amidst the embrace of nature.
Process
We visited various aquatic centers and research spaces to kick off this project. Images below are a glimpse into some of our team’s favorite images and early pattern development for the space.
