With each workplace project, we see an opportunity to transform the culture of a company. As a place where people spend most of their waking hours, understanding how and why people do what they do within this space is of utmost importance. We look to a company’s most valuable resource, the human element, to inspire our workplace design.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 33,000 sq. ft. Creamery Building now has a second life as office space for tenants ranging from a non-profit agency to design and construction companies. The building is designed to offer a variety of office suite sizes across four levels to accommodate small to mid-sized companies.
As the design architect for the building, Helix led conceptual design and design development for the overall building renovation, including a new rooftop patio and penthouse as well as the majority of the tenant spaces within the building. We have currently completed design services for seven tenant suites and are currently leading design for eight additional co-working suites.
The interior finishes build upon the industrial history of the building with exposed brick and concrete walls intermingled with steel and glass throughout. Tenant spaces have built off of this palette to create spaces that range from raw to refined. Helix was the design architect and interior designer for the entire building and Finkle Williams was the architect-of record for the core and shell.
The renovation of the Frankel, Frank & Company Building, in downtown Kansas City, involved preserving and restoring the romantic characteristics of a historic building while also transforming it to meet the needs of a progressive advertising, public relations. and branding firm, Trozzolo Communications Group. After sitting empty for more than 25 years, much was needed to turn this dilapidated downtown structure into efficient workspace. The finished design celebrates the historical beauty of the building while creating a vibrant and effective work environment—making this project a model of urban sustainability and redevelopment.
This new 80,000-square-feet office building is located in Lincoln, Nebraska’s historic Haymarket District. The building is a four story, developer lead project and includes 40,000-square-feet of office space for Olsson Associates and their 215 employees. The building wraps around a central courtyard that provides daylight and views throughout the building creating layers of interest both inside and out. Our scope of work included core and shell design, interior architecture for Olsson Associates, furniture selection and procurement and custom furniture design.
HighTower Furniture has assembled a collection of today’s best American and Scandinavian furniture designers and products. With offices and manufacturing on both coasts, they chose Kansas City as their home for sales and service, as well as their first showroom and event space.
The raw-character of the small existing Crossroads warehouse was kept intact, adding backdrops of reclaimed wood and steel elements to contrast the high-finishes of the furniture on display. Unique details are found throughout the space echoing the craftsmanship of the HighTower brand.
Originally constructed in 1962, the Richard Bolling Federal Building has become a recognizable landmark on the Kansas City skyline. Known as a “City within a City,” Helix provided architectural, design, engineering, abatement, and construction management services for the $250 million, 18-story, 1.2 million square-foot office building renovation. The modernization utilized invisible construction without displacing any of its 30 tenant agencies. In fact, tenants have reported taking fewer sick days and increased talent recruitment. The project received a National GSA Design Award and is acknowledged as a standard against which all other projects of its size are to be measured.
Missouri Bank envisioned a future that might not require in-person transactions or even paper currency. The Bank, with deep roots in Kansas City, prides itself in forming partnerships with customers. Through several branch renovations, each banking center became a destination. The locations are memorable places, fully integrated into the fabric of unique urban neighborhoods, where people may learn, celebrate, interact, and also bank. Each renovation had to be sensitive to place and intentional in fostering community, and each branch had to reflect the vitality, humor, and authenticity for which Missouri Bank is renowned.
The renovation of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City’s headquarters was designed to support long-term organizational goals while meeting the demands of new healthcare legislation. In addition to maximizing opportunities for flexibility, communication, and efficient collaboration, the redesign creates new entry experience for building users and visitors. Elements emphasizing health and wellness throughout the space serve as constant reminders of the mission of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and gently guide building users towards healthy choices.
Helix principals, Trevor Hoiland and Erika Moody led the renovation and expansion of Black & Veatch’s World Headquarters. The existing 620,000-square-foot building was reorganized around a new central stairwell that connects all eight floors. The 12,000-square-foot Rodman Innovation Pavilion addition, creates a new entry and identity for the building that showcases the company’s commitment to sustainability. Other amenities for the company’s 2,800+ associates include a fitness center, cafeteria, coffee shop and 250-seat auditorium.
*** Designed by Helix principals Trevor Hoiland and Erika Moody while at 360 Architecture
This 133,000-square-foot, four-story headquarters project provides an open-office environment that enhances interaction and communication between associates. AMC’s corporate culture and role in the entertainment industry is showcased throughout the space through design details and digital displays. The focal point of the building interior is a large central staircase that doubles as a multi-level theatre. Additional key elements include an indoor-outdoor cafeteria for staff, a full-service test kitchen and a state-of-the-art digital cinema lab.
*** Designed by Helix principals Trevor Hoiland, Erika Moody, Alissa Wehmueller and Evan Fox while at 360 Architecture
