How do you capture a DETAIL? As our prompt for this month’s photo competition focused on the specific, we saw many photos of ornate designs, creative flourishes, and eye-catching surprises. The winner was Mary’s awe-inspiring shot of the
In contrast to the darker men’s locker room in yesterday’s post, the women’s locker room is bright and serene, with pops of color to add variety to the light woods. // #architecture #design #lockerroom #hospitality #club #interiorde
Our third locker room project for the week is a cozy renovation of an existing facility. Staying true to the traditions and history of the Club, we refreshed the space with new carpet and upholstery, an open ceiling, new fixtures, and refinished lock
Continuing our week of locker rooms, this is a more contemporary, high-contrast take on wet areas. With a dark portal and light flooring, this space is a high-end retreat for its members. // #architecture #design #lockerroom #club #hospitality #inter
The next five days will shake out to be an ideal summer week in Chicago and we’re going to take that as a cue to showcase some of our recent locker room projects. This one is a standalone bather facility on the North Shore that brings the brigh
Although the lobby of 3500 Lacey, which we’ve shared before, receives a lot of attention, the smaller library space is a more intimate reflection of the transformation. With similar materials and furnishings, it’s a quieter and scaled-dow
With Specialized Atlanta’s grand opening happening later this week, we wanted to shine another spotlight on the Experience Center that opened in Bentonville earlier this year. We’ve loved working with Specialized on this nationwide retail
A designer with a penchant for literature and fly-fishing, Jack is our newest member of the interiors studio. His prior experience in special education will provide us with new perspectives on how people of all backgrounds use space. // #architecture
Based in the north and northwest suburbs of Chicago, The Harbour is a non-profit that provides emergency shelter and services to local women facing homelessness as a product of abusive domestic conditions. The goal is to provide temporary shelter in
Last week we posted a Before/After of Johnson College Prep’s new entry. This is what the plaza looks like at night, fully lit. // #architecture #design #education #nobleschools #benoble @benobleschools @benoblejcp #okwarchitects 📸: @nick_ulivi
Chicago summer has finally arrived. Remember to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, take breaks in the shade, and if you’re a member of this Chicagoland club, cool off in their new locker room showers. // #architecture #design #club #shower #lockerr
A native Columbusite, Sydney’s journey through the Midwest took her to DAAP for her degree and now to OKW. On a mission to create her own answers through the built environment, she will use her experience to bring our projects to life and join
We’re excited to share a very special project: Johnson College Prep in Englewood. OKW worked on several projects for the Noble Charter Schools network, but this has been the largest. JCP now has a new entry and plaza, which includes new signage
We have our summer interns for 2023! Our rotational program allows students and emerging professionals the chance to work on many different projects at various stages of design. We’re excited to enjoy their enthusiasm and fresh perspectives &md
The coffee and wine bar at 3500 Lacey has already played host to many happy hours thanks to its seamless integration into the lobby. // #architecture #design #office #lobby #interiors #interiordesign #okwarchitects 📸: @kendallaileen
One of our newest OKWers is an IIT grad who enjoys woodworking, progressive house music, and volunteering for organizations tied to her Ukrainian roots. Welcome to our studio, Olena! // #architecture #design #newhire #okwarchitects 📸: @benlipowitzph