Studio Other Case Study Book

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Let’s make cool sh*t.

We don’t believe i

n one-size-fits-all.

No Catalog.

No Compromise.

Studio Other is an industrial design and engineering studio focused on custom commercial furniture.

We design for you — not the factory.

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Every project starts with understanding how your teams actually work. How they gather. How they focus. How they move.

From there, we design solutions that are purpose-built and digitally engineered for production from day one.

Custom doesn’t mean one-off.

And scalable doesn’t mean generic.

Built for Real-World Rollouts We know the questions that come with custom: Can it be repeated?

Can it scale?

Will it hold up?

Can it stay on budget?

Yes. • Repeatable by design — once finalized, programs can be reproduced consistently across locations.

• Built to scale — we work with a nationwide network of manufacturing partners to support projects from 10 to 1,000+ units.

• Engineered to last — backed by a 12year warranty.

• Budget-conscious from the start — materials and fabrication are aligned with cost targets early in the process.

Our office is our lab.

We prototype here. We install here. We use what we design. If something can be improved, we improve it. That realtime testing allows us to refine details before a product ever reaches rollout.

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Tested Before It Scales

The result is furniture shaped by use — not assumption.

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We design with manufacturing in mind.

And we build for long-term use.

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We engineer for performance.

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unique ways of working Not every team works at a desk all day — so we don’t design as if they do. When traditional benching or panel systems don’t support how people collaborate, we develop alternatives: integrated lounge work zones, shared touchdown surfaces, multi-functional pieces that shift throughout the day. By questioning the expected layout, we create solutions that feel intentional, flexible, and built around real behavior — not a standard footprint.

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MonkeyPaw Productions Burbank, CA RIOS

For Monkeypaw Productions, we engineered a lounge coffee table with desk-level functionality — hidden power, a pop-up work surface, and concealed drawers — all within a minimal

form scaled to complement the surrounding seating. The table supports flexible work without disrupting the relaxed, creative environment.

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MonkeyPaw Productions Burbank, CA ODAA

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technical + gaming desks High-performance teams need more than a worksurface and a power strip.

Large monitors, specialty equipment, cooling needs, and cable density all require thoughtful engineering. We design technical and gaming desks that manage complexity without looking complicated — balancing privacy, durability, and clean detailing so the workstation supports performance without visual noise.

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Swing Set Long Beach, CA RDC Architecture

For Swing Set’s Long Beach studio, we designed five custom mixing desks and a sculptural reception desk built to support complex production equipment. Ergonomic multi-ply surfaces,

rolled steel panels, and vintage-inspired details deliver high performance while reinforcing the studio’s creative identity.

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Swing Set Long Beach, CA RDC Architecture

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concealed height adjustable table Standard sit-stand solutions often introduce bulky bases and exposed mechanics. We developed multiple height-adjustable systems that rethink how structure and wire management are integrated. By concealing the mechanics within the design, we maintain clean lines while delivering smooth, reliable movement. The result is flexibility that feels seamless — not mechanical.

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A16Z Santa Monica, CA Blitz

For A16Z’s historic Santa Monica headquarters, we designed 48 custom workstations and 10 conference tables that balanced residential warmth with high performance. Integrated

wire management and a restrained material palette created a clean, branded system that complements the building’s character while supporting modern work.

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WS-1 - WORKSTATION LOCATIONS: Client A16Z 2ND FLOOR: QTY. OF 2 - OPEN OFFICE 209 Location Santa Monica, CA 3RD FLOOR: QTY. OF 4 - OPEN OFFICE 310 & 315

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CHANGES MADE AFTER SIGNED APPROVAL DRAWING IS RECEIVED BY STUDIO OTHER MAY RESULT IN ADDITIONAL COSTS AND WILL EXTEND LEAD TIME

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SCALE 1 DURING :8 STUDIO OTHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES RELATED TO MANUFACTURABILITY ENGINEERING AND PRODUCTION PHASE THE COLORS SHOWN ON THE 3D VIEWS ARE MEANT TO BE REPRESENTATIVE ONLY. FOR EXACT FINISH, REFER TO SPEC/SAMPLE

TOP COVERS REST ON TOP OF SPINE SHROUD

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DEAN POWER UNIT WILL BE CONNECTED TO A 4-PORT POWER SOURCE UNDER SURFACE. CURLY CORD WILL THEN BE PLUGGED INTO THE POWER IN THE SPINE SHROUD.

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20 DOUBLE JUNCTION BLOCK8-TRAC MODULAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 9 HARDWIRING BY OTHERS REQUIRED.

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private office desks Private offices serve multiple purposes: focused work, one-on-one meetings, small team discussions. Rather than applying a one-size solution, we design desks around the individual — integrating technology, storage, and surface planning to support how they actually use the room. Each piece is engineered to feel refined, functional, and enduring.

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Confidential Clothing Brand Los Angeles, CA ODAA

For a 116,000-square-foot Hollywood headquarters, we delivered a fully integrated furniture program spanning 500+ workstations, private offices, meeting spaces, and custom

millwork solutions. Soft, sculptural forms and strategic storage systems unified the space while improving workflow and reducing costs through furniture-based millwork.

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Confidential Clothing Brand Los Angeles, CA ODAA

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conference tables Conference rooms need to support both everyday meetings and larger gatherings. We design tables that anchor the space while accommodating power, data, and evolving team needs.

Some solutions are modular, others sculptural — but all are engineered for durability and long-term adaptability.

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Moroch Dallas, TX OTJ Architects

To support Moroch’s reduced footprint and future-focused vision, we engineered a 20+ person cantilevered boardroom table with laser-cut steel loops and gusseted supports to

maximize leg space without compromising strength. Custom workstations with integrated planters complete a system designed for efficiency and performance.

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Moroch Dallas, TX OTJ Architects

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banquettes Collaboration often happens in more informal ways. By integrating custom banquettes into the architecture of a space, we create built-in moments for gathering that feel natural and efficient.

Paired with custom tables, these zones maximize footprint while encouraging conversation and flexibility.

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Longfellow San Mateo Science Center San Mateo, CA Forge

For San Mateo Science Center, we curated reception, lobby, café, and training spaces designed to feel more like a boutique hotel than a commercial building. Warm materials —

bronzes, rust tones, and leather — create an inviting hub that encourages connection and collaboration.

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Longfellow San Mateo Science Center San Mateo, CA Forge

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planters Open environments benefit from softness and spatial definition.

We design planters as integrated architectural elements — dividing zones, guiding circulation, and introducing biophilic warmth without clutter. The result is a workspace that feels structured, balanced, and connected to nature.

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Boston Consulting Group Chicago, IL Tryba Architects

For BCG Chicago, custom white oak aisle planters were integrated directly into curved workstation clusters, using the geometry of the layout to introduce biophilic moments. The

result is a flexible workspace where planting enhances both circulation and wellness.

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Boston Consulting Group Chicago, IL Tryba Architects

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Studio Other DTLA Work Wall

A Case Study in Doing More With Less The Challenge (Accepted) When the office gets smaller, every design decision must work harder.

For Studio Other, that challenge became an opportunity to rethink the workstation from the inside out. With fewer people in the office on any given day and shrinking footprints to match, the traditional desk felt oversized

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and under-considered. The goal was clear but ambitious: design a heightadjustable work wall that could flex with changing work habits, conceal architectural constraints, and still feel intentional and elevated—all within a tight $2,000 budget.

This wasn’t just a theoretical exercise. The team wanted something they could live with, test daily, and refine in real time. The DTLA office became the proving ground.

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The solution began with a standard, affordable heightadjustable base—then Studio Other layered design thinking on top. The work wall was conceived as a single, integrated moment: part desk, part architectural element, part utility hub.

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The Approach The solution began with a standard, affordable height-adjustable base—then Studio Other layered design thinking on top. The work wall was conceived as a single, integrated moment: part desk, part architectural element, part utility hub.

Because people aren’t in the office every day, the design prioritized immediacy. Storage was kept minimal but purposeful, with recessed surfaces carved into the pedestal for phones, keys, and daily essentials—quickaccess moments that eliminate friction.

A felt wire manager travels vertically with the desk, keeping cords tidy at any height, while surface power stays within easy reach. A discreet keyway slot allows users to remove the desk surface if needed—practical insurance for everything from power outages to dropped pens.

Visually, the team focused on dressing up the base without overcomplicating it. A rolled panel detail wraps the desk edge, creating a clean, sculptural exterior while softening the overall profile. That gesture carries upward to the shelf above, where a rolled fin detail mirrors the desk below, tying the composition together. The shelf itself adds both function and personality— space for personal objects, plants, or materials—while integrated uplighting and downlighting give the wall depth and warmth, elevating it beyond a purely utilitarian setup.

The work wall also quietly solves for the realities of older buildings. Columns are concealed, vertical felt panels help manage acoustics and cables, and the wall reads as intentional architecture rather than a workaround.

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At the end of the day, we design furniture for people — how they think, how they move, how they create.

Everything else is just material.

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