RAGA Properties

RAGA Commercial Design-

The RAGA Properties project was a true labor of love.  This was the first office space for House of Araquette Studios, and we were eager to make it fabulous.  The client wanted to create a happy, energetic office environment that would lure millennials and professionals away from their home offices and coffee shops to an exciting community setting.   We collaborated with the owners to reconfigure the space, and while they took care of all the technological needs, they happily left the design to us. 

As soon as you enter the space, you are greeted with a custom art installation full of bright lively color that begs the viewer to look closer.  This is set against a wide teal stripe that runs up the wall and onto the ceiling.  This unexpected use of color, as well as the visually stimulating art, surprises and awakens the senses as you enter the space.  

Lacking natural light, it was important to make sure the office felt bright and alive.  Modern White by Sherwin Williams was used on all the interior walls. To add movement and energy, a hand-painted wall treatment of twisting ribbons of teal, orange, soft pink and caramel was painted throughout the lobby.  We brought the outdoors in by using a rustic wood-like luxury vinyl on the floors.  We also added plants and a custom artwork piece made of a variety of mosses.  Pops of color were added through the artwork.  Some pieces were created by House of Araquette Studios; some were purchased from a local artist, and always conscious of the client’s budget; a few were purchased through a major retailer.  The color palette was repeated with the bright orange lunchroom chairs and caramel faux leather lobby seating.  

The space plan required a large common area to create an environment for co-working, so we left the lobby large enough to accommodate small groups, and we created a large conference room for groups to gather for presentations and larger meetings. 

The client loves the final result. The Boho inspired color palette, along with the mix of modern industrial furnishings is exactly the vibe needed to attract their target audience.  Since completing the project, the clients have been in touch often and are eager to have our studios design their next space. We are ready!