North American Bancard Headquarters North American Bancard purchased a 105,000 sf building in a nondescript suburban office complex and immediately relocated its 300+ employees from all of the firm’s business operations. Neumann/Smith Architecture undertook the multi-phased renovation with the goal of creating an energetic workspace that would attract and maintain the highest quality talent without disrupting daily business operations. Visitors first experience the space at the ground level concourse where a graphic installation fills one entire wall and the opposing wall displays a piece from the client’s personal art collection. Open, collaborative work areas and a dedicated call center are mixed with comfortable social spaces. The vibrant new space is animated by a number of graphic elements and three dimensional installations under the glow of choreographed light projections.
LOCATION Troy, Michigan SIZE 90,000 sf COMPLETION September 2013 The updated executive suite utilizes a rich palette of materials with distinctive textures and patterns that together create a contemporary space, yet maintains a dignified presence appropriate for its function. Among the owner’s interests is a passion for contemporary art and design. The renovation provided the opportunity to create a space that embodies his stylistic sensibilities by employing many of the most contemporary design ideas while also providing spaces to display artwork from his personal collection.