The base program takes the entirety of the shell’s floor area. To allow for the ability to grow in the near future, GOAT developed the scheme to include a large open mezzanine overlooking the open workspaces. As the nature of office work is upended by the pandemic, the flexibility provided by this extra space also allowed Eustis the ability to quickly adapt to distancing measures. The need for a mezzanine also provided the opportunity to create a high impact feature stair at the entry to the space. Constructed from ebony stained plywood and hardwood studs, the feature stair sets the aesthetic tone for the entire project and acts as the space’s organizing focal point.

In order to make the most of the project’s limited budget, GOAT strategically deployed affordable, readily available materials like plywood, 2x4 studs and 1x2 trim molding to create high impact design features, such as the reception desk and mezzanine stair. The application of humble materials in uncommon ways is a hallmark of GOAT’s work and requires an intensive attention to detail during the design’s development. The quality of the execution of these details is a credit to Perrier Esquerre’s commitment to craftsmanship. The final finish palette complements Eustis’ recent rebranding and showcases Ms. deKay’s sophisticated tastes. Polished concrete, ebony stained wood, glass, and occasional pops of bold color provide the perfect backdrop for Eustis’ next 60 years.