FIVE-ONE

The project was to design an office for a textile manufacturer. The client’s existing office had become too small, so they were relocating to one floor of a multi-tenant building, which we would renovate and turn into an office and showroom. Focused on apparel, FIVE-ONE is a textile manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and wholesales fabrics. The company’s clients range from big fashion houses to up-and-coming young designers. Applying various techniques from traditional craftsmanship to the latest technology, they are exploring expression through textiles. FIVE-ONE possesses highly specialized knowledge related to functional aspects, processing technology, and the materials needed to create the looks desired. The fabric it manufactures conveys the company’s attention to detail and produces a range of expressions. Just looking at it brings out a sense of excitement and delight. Before relocating, FIVE-ONE’s office was in a disorderly and cluttered state. The project plan required us to bring organization to their workspace and create a work-friendly environment.
An L-shaped wall was installed in the center of the property’s rectangular floor, thus dividing the room into three separate spaces: a showroom, office, and sample archive area.
So that the sample archive could be easily accessed by employees and customers alike, it was also designed to serve as a passageway connecting the office area and showroom. Thus, while maintaining independence, each space is also connected, making for ease of movement throughout. The office area is located at the back of the floor while the space for visitors is at the fore. This arrangement clearly separates the line of flow, and, while maintaining functionality, allows each area a certain sense of distance while also creating a snug, cozy feel for each.