Commercial Work

The Cooper Project

Cooper Center — community building for a spirits company

Conceptualization, schematic design and design development

This project involved conceptualization, schematic design and design development of several key areas of Cooper Center, the community building for a spirits company.

Soft, organic forms were employed throughout the first floor public spaces. We designed custom modular furniture for the Reception and Lobby Lounge Cafe, which can adapt to parties of varying sizes. The coffee and cocktail bar is conveniently located close to the front door while remaining easily accessible from the Lobby Lounge Cafe.

We also completed space planning for the VIP Cocktail Lounge, where dividing screens provide separation and a sense of privacy. The curvilinear shape of the custom staircase is juxtaposed against the harder, rectilinear angles of the stair opening to provide geometric interest and tension.

The third floor features the expansive Tasting Room. Pony walls surrounding the staircase allow visual continuity and a feeling of inclusion. The shape of the central bar was inspired by the client's liquor label and doubles as a branding opportunity. The enclosed Spa Waiting Area provides visual and acoustic privacy from the more lively Tasting Room.

A place for spirited living, where the familiar is elevated to the sublime.

Drawings

Fig. 01Concept board for The Cooper Project: smoke, mountain light, botanical and figurative imagery in a muted, spirited palette

Fig. 02Hand sketch of the reception desk, annotated: organic form, mixed stone, lit from below

Fig. 03Materials and finishes board for public spaces, throughout, and guest rooms: stone, timber, textile and metal selections

Fig. 04First floor plan: reception, lobby lounge cafe and coffee and cocktail bar

Fig. 05Second floor plan: VIP cocktail lounge with dividing screens and the custom curvilinear staircase

Fig. 06Third floor plan: the expansive Tasting Room, central bar and enclosed Spa Waiting Area

Fig. 07Detail drawing for the Cooper Project

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