Welcoming Corporate Receptions and Office Lobbies
Your reception is the first chapter of your company's story. We design entrances that blend your brand identity with a space that makes guests and employees feel comfortable from the moment they walk in.
A video walkthrough of a reception and lobby area we designed. Notice the blend of industrial-chic elements like exposed brick with modern lighting and comfortable lounge seating to create a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere.
The reception area for a modern architecture firm, featuring a concrete desk, exposed brick, and warm wood tones. The design balances industrial aesthetics with a professional and creative feel.
A wider view of the reception lounge, showing how we create different zones for waiting and informal meetings. The yellow sofa adds a pop of color against the neutral, textured background.
A full view of the reception and entrance, showcasing the clean lines, integrated lighting, and a material palette that reflects a modern, design-forward company.
The reception area for Priceline features a bespoke desk with corrugated metal and wood, set against a herringbone-patterned wall. The custom hexagonal light fixture above acts as a sculptural centerpiece.
For Maersk's office, we designed a reception area with a dramatic, geometric desk and custom-designed, origami-like light fixtures made of wood veneer. The design reflects the global logistics leader's precision and scale.
The reception for Infor, featuring a minimalist desk against a marble wall. The standout feature is the parametrically designed wooden wave structure suspended from the ceiling, adding a sense of movement and artistry.
A rustic yet refined reception area for Knight Frank. We used a live-edge wood slab for the signage, complemented by modern Windsor-style chairs and warm, layered lighting.
The reception for Arthmate in BKC, Mumbai, has a raw and rustic vibe. We used an exposed brick wall, an OSB panel with the company logo, and a sleek, modern desk to create a space that feels both grounded and entrepreneurial.
This video highlights our design for the Arthmate office in Mumbai. It showcases our use of raw materials like brick and oriented strand board (OSB) to create a rustic and industrial yet professional workspace.
About Welcoming Receptions & Lobbies
We look beyond the desk to consider how your reception space interacts with your brand identity. We balance the need for a professional arrival experience with practical considerations like visitor flow, waiting area acoustics, and lighting temperatures. Whether you want an industrial look with raw brick or a minimalist corporate feel, we ensure the entrance sets the right tone for employees and clients alike.
A reception area is more than just a place to wait. It is a functional node that connects your company to the outside world. When we start a design, we consider how the space needs to perform.
Materiality and Brand Identity
We often use unconventional materials to tell a brand's story. For clients like Arthmate, we utilized exposed brick and OSB paneling to convey a raw, entrepreneurial spirit. For others, we might pivot to sleek marble or high-gloss finishes to project stability and scale. We don't just pick aesthetics; we look at durability, maintenance, and how the materials will age in a high-traffic entrance.
Strategic Zoning
Every lobby needs distinct zones. We analyze the footfall to place reception desks, lounge seating, and informal meeting pods. This layout prevents congestion and ensures that the transition from a busy street to a quiet office environment is seamless. We also pay attention to the Reflected Ceiling Plan (RCP), often designing custom lighting fixtures or exposed ducting layouts that draw the eye upward and add a sense of volume to the space.
Lighting as a Guide
Lighting is not just about visibility. We use layered lighting—ambient, task, and accent—to create atmosphere. A warm glow at the reception desk makes visitors feel welcomed, while bright, focused light on branding elements ensures your logo stands out. We avoid standard, flat tube lighting in favor of profile lights or sculptural fixtures that define the architecture of the ceiling.
If you have a bare shell or a dated lobby that needs a transformation, we are happy to walk through how we can reconfigure your arrival zone to better suit your current team size and brand image.
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