Occupying 18,000 square feet on the third floor of The Loft at Midtown Tampa, the new Gresham Smith & Partners office is more than just a workspace; it’s a dynamic environment strategically designed for the evolving needs of a hybrid workforce. Moving away from traditional office layouts, Gresham Smith & Partners has embraced a free-address/unassigned workstation model. This forward-thinking approach empowers employees with the flexibility to choose their work setting based on daily tasks, team collaborations, or personal preferences. This adaptability ensures that the office caters to a diverse range of work styles and promotes a more engaging and productive atmosphere.
The design of the Gresham Smith & Partners Tampa office was deeply informed by employee feedback. The firm’s dedicated workplace design team conducted comprehensive surveys to understand employee preferences regarding work environments and working styles. This data-driven approach resulted in a space that is both functional and employee-centric, featuring a variety of activity-based settings. These include collaborative zones for team projects, individual workstations for focused tasks, and quiet areas for concentrated work. Key design elements include:
- Zoned Environments: Distinct “quiet” and “active” zones provide employees with the option to choose between focused work and collaborative teamwork, depending on their needs and tasks.
- Diverse Workspaces: Beyond standard desks, the office offers a range of individual work settings to cater to different work styles and preferences.
- Versatile Collaboration Hubs: Spaces designed to accommodate small team meetings, mid-sized project discussions, and larger group collaborations.
- Shared Resources: Easily accessible design resource areas to support project work and material exploration.
- Work Café and Amenity Space: A central hub designed as a work café, fostering informal interactions, relaxation, and in-office social events.
Rodney Chester, CEO of Gresham Smith & Partners, highlighted the significance of this new office design, stating, “This Tampa office is the first of our firm’s locations specifically designed to align with the post-pandemic reality of hybrid work.” He further explained, “We leveraged our extensive experience in designing innovative workspaces for our clients, combined with the latest research on evolving employee expectations. The result is a workspace that effectively balances team collaboration, focused individual work, and opportunities for co-worker connection and relaxation.”
Gresham Smith & Partners is a leading provider of architecture, engineering, and interior design services in the Tampa Bay area, serving clients in key sectors including Aviation, Healthcare, Transportation, and Life and Work Places. Furthermore, the firm boasts a specialized workplace strategy team that employs a unique methodology to align clients’ business objectives, organizational culture, and workplace environments.
The firm’s recent impactful projects in the region include the Atrium Building at Tampa International Airport’s SkyCenter development, the HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital’s new Hospital for Endocrine Surgery, Rithm at Uptown, and the Baker McKenzie Tampa Center. Gresham Smith & Partners is also engaged in significant infrastructure projects, such as safety studies and design work for the Florida Department of Transportation’s District 7.
Beyond their project portfolio, Gresham Smith & Partners is deeply committed to the Tampa community. The Tampa office actively partners with organizations such as the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, the Tampa Downtown Partnership, United Way Suncoast, Bike/Walk Tampa Bay, the Boys & Girls Club of Tampa Bay, and A Brighter Community, demonstrating their dedication to giving back and contributing to the city’s growth and well-being.
