CONCEPT STATEMENT
NEXT is a global technology company specializing in guided meditation practices and self-improvement through their app. For the design of their new satellite office located in Atlanta, Georgia, I focused on the wellbeing and health of the city and how that can translate to the wellbeing and health of the office. A unique landmark in Atlanta is the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum. The use of an arboretum directly connects the satellite office to Atlanta. The Atlanta Beltline was originally a historic railroad path that is now a multi-use trail that stretches 22 miles connecting 45 neighborhoods throughout the city, creating a way for people to enjoy the outdoors and connect as a community for the wellbeing of the citizens. Along this pathway, an organization called the Trees of Atlanta, has been working on the comprehensive revitalization effort to mitigate tree loss in the city. This is the largest urban redevelopment project currently in the United States, focusing on the health of the environment. I plan on using the Beltline pathway to create the major paths of travel in the building space and incorporating aspects of the major planting projects done by Trees Atlanta to different spaces in the office to bring a sense of wellbeing into the design. Continuing the idea of revitalization of greenery in the city and emphasizing wellness for the occupants of the office space, I included biophilic design through the use of natural materials and colors. The goal was to create a sense of calmness for the occupants and connect to the company’s purpose.
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