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Warby Parker's headquarters is organized around a series of common spaces, each inspired by some aspect of our favorite libraries. Special consideration was given to creating a workspace which is tailored to the needs of its occupants, but flexible enough to change with them. The material palette is restrained throughout, maintaining the legibility of the existing manufacturing building and allowing natural light to enter deep into the floor plate from three sides. At the heart of the office is a double-height space large enough to accommodate the entire staff for weekly gatherings and performances, at which the stair landing serves as a stage and the upper level as a balcony. This space further serves as a mixing chamber enjoyed by all parts of the young company throughout the day, underscoring the client's corporate ideals of openness and collaboration.

Project Team

John Wheeler
Angela Afandi, RA
Tom Goddeeris
Carla Lores
Tomoko Akiba
Hung Fai Tang

Client

Warby Parker

Location

New York

Size

80000 sf

Date

2013

Consultants

Lighting Workshop

Lighting Designer
Unity Construction Group

Construction Manager
TPG Architecture

Executive Architect

Publications

Metropolis Magazine