PerkinsWill SF Studio Interior Design - Amenities

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Interior Architecture: Amenities

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FIRM AT A GLANCE

We design joyful, resilient spaces grounded in beauty, sustainability, and equity.

That’s why clients and communities partner with us to design healthy, happy places in which to live, learn, work, play, and heal. We’re passionate about human-centered design, and committed to creating a positive impact in people’s lives through sustainability, resilience, well-being, diversity, inclusion, and research.

Our San Francisco studio uses design to craft the human experience. We believe in a research-based, interdisciplinary approach that creates sites and buildings focused on the people who inhabit them.

Located along San Francisco’s waterfront, we are more than 90 professionals strong with deep Northern California roots. We combine our local workplace expertise with insights from our global network of design leaders, who are experts in firm standards and industry trends. With extensive experience in designing high-performance workspaces, our team creates tailored, future-ready environments that align with long-term business goals, foster meaningful connections, and elevate firm culture.

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Workplace & Interiors Being at the leading edge of design requires a visionary approach, a commitment to developing concepts that challenge the norms, and yield remarkable new ideas and creative solutions.

Elevating the Workplace Experience

Power of Design

Today’s most successful workplaces are defined by the quality of their amenities. By understanding how teams work now, we prioritize creating spaces that enhance productivity, support wellness, and deliver an exceptional tenant experience.

Great design transforms an office building into a destination. In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, workplace design goes far beyond aesthetics — it’s a strategic tool for aligning people, culture, processes, and technology.

Our focus is on the amenities that matter most: highly functional collaboration areas, flexible meeting spaces, and technology‑enabled environments. By anticipating future demands, we design adaptable spaces that evolve with business needs and elevate everyday work life.

Our interdisciplinary team brings together global insights and future‑focused best practices to craft amenity-rich environments that support organizational goals. Whether enhancing collaboration, fostering community, or boosting employee engagement, we ensure your amenities work as hard as your people do.

Backed by innovative thinking and deep industry expertise, our team helps you navigate the full spectrum of amenity possibilities so your office stands out.

↑ Confidential Venture Capital Firm Burlingame, California

→ Redpoint Ventures San Francisco, California

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The Power of Amenity Spaces Recruitment and retention in a competitive market.

In the competitive world of attracting and retaining talent, businesses have found a wide array of amenities can help seal the deal and retain staff from leaving for a higher benefits package. Those amenities help create a social culture which quickly informs the business culture of a company. And, the best amenities provide alternative work/social space for staff that differs from their individual workspace.

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So ― what works?

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Example of an amenities survey

clothing to express their personality.

Program Discovery/Development Approach We would recommend engaging existing and candidate building tenants using visioning sessions, co-creation workshops, and surveys to assess needs and wants, along with empirical data on current office utilization and employee traffic patterns, purchasing habits, etc. In addition, we would survey the walkable radius of the building for existing services and research innovative and successful models for analogous sites. We would also propose additional strategies to incentivize use of the new amenities and collect post-occupancy data directly from users to improve services through added design interventions as needed.

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Amenity Space Trends The key needs around in-office experiences tend to be around the “3 C’s”: Connection, Community, and Collaboration. Thus, hospitality-oriented spaces that provide opportunities for social connections, spontaneous collaboration, and relationshipbuilding are the most popular. For some, having an “office-based home away from home” includes adding daycare, freshly prepared meals, spaces for private calls, a dogfriendly environment, and “homey” touches like a fireplace, living room-type furniture, and outdoor space. Pre-pandemic desires around health and wellness, outdoor spaces, etc. are not new, but have only increased in recent years. Clean air, filtered water, access to healthy foods and the outdoors, biophilia, and sustainable features, used to be “amenities” but are almost must-haves now.

Community

Collaboration & Connection

Art gallery [local focus]

Client engagement space

Public lounge space

Meeting spaces [variety of enclosed, open

Public restrooms

and technology supported]

Community rooms [public access]

Team rooms [apartment style]

Reservable lounge space [tenants to host

50 seat training room

events]

Board room

Library / study hall rooms [tech free]

Outdoor meeting / lounge spaces

Game Room

Interview rooms

Music Room

Phone rooms

Golf simulator

Zoom rooms

Podcast / recording studio Regeneration [distraction free]

Concierge Food delivery shelves Bike-in access and support spaces

Yoga studio

Editing suite

Prayer / meditation spaces

Equipment that can be checked out by

Napping pods

tenants [branded]

Mother's suite

Yard games

Focus pods

Hammocks

Immersion rooms

Kayaks

Planted spaces inside and out

Bikes Flexible space for events inside and out

Retail

Dog park [if dogs are allowed] Rooftop access

Dining / Restaurant [local / healthy food

Access to trails

options]

Event coordinator / activation

Take home meal kits for tenants

Fitness center

Coffee / juice / wine bar [the more unique the better] Bike repair /service center Doggie daycare Childcare

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― Interior Architecture: Amenities

Selected Projects

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The Cove at 525 Market Street San Francisco, California Client: Confidential Financial Client ― Size: 28,000 square feet ― Completion Date: 2024

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

The Cove is an everevolving destination designed to energize, adapt, and spark curiosity.

Our client asked us to transform the traditional workplace experience through architecture and brand with The Cove at 525 Market Street.

Rooted in the eclectic energy of San Francisco, the amenities destination for tenants offers new possibilities for work, play, and connection, sparking curiosity at every turn.

The Cove at 525 Market Street transforms the office tower into a vibrant destination at the heart of San Francisco, resonant with the ever-evolving landscape of work. Beyond purely functional office space, we helped our client and partners reimagine an experience for tenants beyond the traditional 9-5 where work, play, and connection converge. The result is an amenities destination where every corner is infused with energy, discovery, and creativity, making it a space that doesn't just support work, but sparks it.

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The Cove at 525 Market Street

Clockwise from Top Left: Speakeasy; Lounge; Arcade room.

Tenants are greeted by the welcome lounge, where warm hues, curved forms, and rich textures create an inviting introduction to the space. Just beyond, the café overlooking Market Street offers a vibrant, lively atmosphere for a quick break or casual conversation.

Soft blue walls and deep navy accents create a balanced environment that draws people in with its energy and comfort.

Hidden in plain sight, a series of immersive spaces — a speakeasy, arcade, and podcast room — are tucked away for discovery. These intimate environments, layered with bold textures, plush materials, and dynamic lighting, provide a magnetic escape from the everyday work setting.

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Confidential Client Burlingame, California Client: Confidential Financial Client ― Size: 9,197 square feet ― Completion Date: 2023

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

A full professional chef's kitchen allows for private dinner parties.

Our client asked us to create a warm and inviting communal environment that seamlessly blends authentic materials and craftsmanship with modern elements. This office serves as a communal hub for them, fostering connections and interactions among its users and supports a flexible work style with a variety of spaces visitors to choose from.

Meandering through the hallways of the client's Burlingame office brings about a sense of hospitality, minimal and thoughtful aesthetic and a highly textural, warm palette. Functionally, the office transforms from workplace to intimate social spaces with the help of a professional chef's kitchen, moveable glass walls surrounding the boardroom and accentuated connection to the patio for sunset views of San Francisco.

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Confidential Client

Clockwise from Top Left: Commercial kitchen; Conference room for moveable glass walls; Work lounge.

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Orrick Law Office San Francisco, California Client: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliff ― Size: 100,000 Square Feet ― Cost: Confidential ― Completion Date: 2025

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

Renovations to the bar and rooftop deck offer new and exciting spaces for hosting and gathering.

The complete renovation of Orrick's existing office on 405 Howard in San Francisco includes interior renovations to the office programming and a rooftop design. The new design accounts for the evolving needs of employees with private offices and conference rooms that are arranged to be more equitable and future-proof. Integrated technology throughout allows for seamless transition between home and the office. while also reinforcing meaningful connections through varied types of collaborative spaces. These collaborative spaces encourages impromptu interaction and crosspollination between departments. The flexible communal spaces, such as the bar and rooftop, emphasize hospitality to draw users into the space. Throughout the space, timeless and enduring materials evoke warmth and provide an elevated sense of comfort.

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Orrick Law Office

→ Corner offices were converted into communal lounges.

← Coffee bars were placed near offices to create wow moments throughout the office.

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Confidential Client San Francisco, California Client: Confidential Venture Capital Firm ― Size: 16,420 square feet ― Completion Date: 2023

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

Visitors are immediately transported back in time akin to the historical make-up of South Park.

Completely renovated from the ground up, this brick-clad building, originally built in the 1920's, retains much of its historic charm through the use of authentic, salvaged materials and vintage furnishings. The double height "birdcage" vestibule and large split flap sign are a nod to Grand Central Station, and complement the historical make-up of the building's South Park neighborhood. The massive pill-shaped banquette sits atop layers of vintage area rugs, further emphasizing this combination of old and new and paying homage to South Park’s unique shape.

The program emphasizes both formal and informal socializing and the flexible use of space. Unique features such as a fireplace, catwalk bridge in the reception area, leather wall panels and large, arched metal-clad windows create a strong sense of history and patina in a thoroughly modern and technologically upgraded space. Throughout the various floors and spaces, there is a balance struck between historic and modern elements, honoring the authenticity of materials, forms, furnishings, and fixtures.

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Confidential Client

Clockwise from Top Left: Communal area; Kitchenette; Roof deck.

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Confidential Client San Francisco, California Client: Confidential Client― Size: 42,730 square feet ― Completion Date: 2023 ― Awards: Interior Design Magazine, Best of year Finalist, Medium Corporate Office, 2023

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

An Urban Canvas

Private Fitness Center including cardio and circuit training, golf simulator, and healthy food and beverage options.

As one of our client’s two primary client-facing offices, the purpose of this project was to deliver an elegant and sophisticated space for a public and highly visible location for the client; to create an environment and experience that promotes personal growth and happiness with a design reflective of their brand, success and client reputation; and, provide a rich, impactful, technology-easy and wellness-focused space to help encourage return-to-office.

The entry experience, client-facing public spaces and the hub space are all placed with views to the San Francisco Bay, spanning two floors and connected by an open stair, creating one large event space. Warm oak millwork with elegant details wrap the entire space, public and office, creating a unified whole, blending the public and private zones.

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Confidential Client

Biophilia The location of plants throughout the office space was equally intentional. Our design team toured multiple greenhouses to select plant types appropriate for the light levels with an artistic variation of interesting foliage.

The 2-story stair’s final landing incorporates extensive planters along with immersive bench seating creating a beautiful foreground of greenery for the views beyond.

Clockwise from Top Left: Interconnecting stair; Private gym; Golf simulator.

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Advent International Palo Alto, California Client: Advent International ― Size: 25,000 square feet ― Completion Date: 2021

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

Club space behind a secret door provides a special place to celebrate and initiate new clients and aquisitions.

New West Coast location for this global private equity firm establishes Advent's position as a new investment force in the Bay Area. The 25,000 square foot space prioritizes high quality design with elegant decor and finishes. The lobby and amenity spaces are more residential design inspired to create a comfortable environment for both clients and employees. Rich spaces not typical of workplace design reflect a desire for a more dynamic post-COVID work environment.

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Advent International

Clockwise from Top Left: Hidden lounge; Detail of seating and custom lighting; Open lounge.

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Uncork Capital San Francisco, California Client: Uncork Capital ― Size: 6,000 square feet ― Completion Date: 2024

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

Branding and amenities make the space unique to Uncork Capital.

The Uncork office serves as a vibrant social hub for founders to gather, collaborate, and celebrate successes. The space supports both communal and collaborative work, offering a fexible, hospitality-driven design that invites users into an engaging and comfortable environment.

Playful, unexpected design elements throughout inspire creativity and spontaneous interaction. With future-proof planning, the space is adaptable to evolving needs and technologies, ensuring long-term relevance. Thoughtfully positioned to highlight sweeping views of San Francisco and open sightlines, the design fosters a seamless blend of productivity and leisure, creating an inspiring setting for both work and celebration.

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Uncork Capital

From Top to Bottom: Bar and lounge; Kitchenette and seating area; Wine bar.

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Sequoia Capital New York, New York Client: Sequoia Capital ― Size: 8,485 square feet ― Completion Date: 2023

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

An inspiring, welcoming space that evokes the Sequoia ethos with cultural context.

This 8,500-square-foot workplace project, located in a newly constructed building at Zero Irving, serves as Sequoia Capital's first New York presence. A place for unique experiences that drive the creation of roadmaps for future ventures. The space is warm, inviting, and flexible, fostering moments for collaboration and curated events. By emphasizing height and visual connections through spaces, the office feels open, expansive and connected.

Upon entry, you’re greeted by a 38 million year old petrified sequoia tree slice, a nod to the past, honoring Sequoia’s own heritage. A double height, glass cased lounge space becomes a jewel-box moment further drawing you into the hospitality-centric community space. Rich materials and a variety of soft curved seating establish a sophisticated yet approachable environment. Walnut herringbone floors anchor the space and create movement, while bronze metal accents and velvet drapes add refinement. The interplay of fluted textures and curved walls and millwork encourage flow while inviting you in to discover more spaces.

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Sequoia Capital

→ Lounges feature integrated technologies for seamless meetings or social events.

← Phone rooms were decorated with Sequoia Capital's branding.

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TA Associates Menlo Park, California Client: TA Associates ― Size: 12,741 square feet ― Completion Date: 2024

― WHAT MAKES IT COOL

The curated artwork transforms the entire office into a gallery.

This project was comprised of an interior renovation of the bottom floor of an office building in Menlo Park. Light wood and white furnishing punctuated with unique materials, custom art, and curated books create an open, inviting, and personalized atmosphere. Throughout the space, "wow" moments surprise and engage visitors and team members alike.

These elements of suprise culimate in the speakeasy hidden behind a bookshelf door. The secret lounge is decorated with deep blues and custom art, resulting in a cosy and personalized hospitality-focused space. Every detail contributes to delivering a luxurious experience, creating an inspired environment balanced with sophistication that reflects the spirit of TA associates.

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TA Associates

Right: The cafe is an open and inviting gathering space at the center of the office.

Below: Hidden behind a bookshelf door is a speakeasy designed to encapsulate the ambitious nature of the firm.

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Pattern Energy San Francisco, California Client: Pattern Energy ― Size: 24,000 ― Completion Date: 2017

― WHAT IT IS

A casual space that invites collaboration

Interior fit out for a wind power company to modernize their workplace.

Our team helped this wind power development firm transition from a traditional hierarchical environment to a more contemporary workspace.

We created a variety of flexible working spaces that blend well with a double-floor social kitchen that is used as a central gathering space.

Versatile amenities and an open floor plan take the place of private offices and conventional workstations to create a welcoming and playful office environment.

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Pattern Energy

→ The communal area features booth seating, a kitchen, and an activitry area.

← The lounges and decor capture Pattern Energy's Southwestern roots.

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Our Team

Stephanie Kwan Associate Principal

Jaclyn Guasco Associate Principal

Helen Schneider Associate Principal

Kathryn Jerman Interior Project Manager

LET’S COLLABORATE

For more information, contact: Stephanie Kwan

Jaclyn Guasco

Associate Principal

Associate Principal

415.373.4042

415.373.4012

stephanie.kwan@perkinswill.com

jaclyn.guasco@perkinswill.com

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