Gresham Smith And Partners, a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, and design firm, has solidified its commitment to the Tampa Bay area with the inauguration of its brand-new Tampa office. This state-of-the-art workspace, located in the thriving Midtown Tampa district, marks a significant milestone for Gresham Smith and Partners and its growing team in the region.
Operating in Tampa since 1997, Gresham Smith and Partners has relocated to a spacious 18,000-square-foot area on the third floor of The Loft at Midtown Tampa. This move signifies not just an expansion but a transformation in how Gresham Smith and Partners approaches workplace design, particularly in the evolving landscape of post-pandemic work culture. The new office embraces a hybrid work model, featuring a free-address/unassigned workstation system that empowers employees with the flexibility to choose their workspace based on daily tasks, project collaborations, or personal preferences.
The design of the Gresham Smith and Partners Tampa office is a direct result of the firm’s deep understanding of workplace dynamics. Leveraging their in-house workplace design expertise, the team conducted comprehensive employee surveys to gain insights into work preferences and optimal work environments. This data-driven approach led to the creation of a versatile space incorporating various activity settings. Employees can benefit from collaborative zones designed for teamwork, individual work areas tailored for different focus levels, and dedicated quiet spaces for concentrated tasks. Key design elements include:
- Distinct “quiet” and “active” zones to support both focused individual work and dynamic team collaboration.
- A diverse range of individual workspaces that go beyond traditional desks, catering to varied work styles.
- Collaborative areas designed to accommodate small, medium, and large teams, fostering seamless teamwork.
- Centralized shared design resource areas to enhance efficiency and knowledge sharing.
- A welcoming work café and hub amenity space that serves as a social center and informal meeting point.
Rodney Chester, CEO of Gresham Smith and Partners, emphasizes the pioneering nature of this office design: “This Tampa office is the first within Gresham Smith and Partners specifically conceived to support the evolving needs of a hybrid remote/in-office workstyle in the post-pandemic era.” He further elaborates, “Drawing upon decades of experience in designing innovative spaces for our clients, combined with cutting-edge research into contemporary employee expectations, we’ve crafted an environment that fosters both team synergy and individual focus. Importantly, it also provides spaces for relaxation, team events, and casual interaction among colleagues.”
Gresham Smith and Partners is a leader in providing comprehensive architecture, engineering, and interior design services across diverse sectors in the Tampa Bay region. Their expertise spans Aviation, Life and Work Places, Healthcare, and Transportation. Furthermore, Gresham Smith and Partners boasts a specialized workplace strategy team that employs a unique methodology to align clients’ business objectives, organizational culture, and work environments for optimal performance.
Gresham Smith and Partners has been instrumental in shaping the Tampa Bay landscape with notable recent projects including the Atrium Building at Tampa International Airport’s SkyCenter development, the HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital’s new Hospital for Endocrine Surgery, and the Rithm at Uptown development. Their portfolio also includes the Baker McKenzie Tampa Center, demonstrating their capability to deliver sophisticated and functional spaces. Additionally, Gresham Smith and Partners is contributing to infrastructure enhancement through a contract with the Florida Department of Transportation’s District 7 to conduct safety studies and design projects.
Beyond their professional endeavors, Gresham Smith and Partners is deeply embedded in the Tampa community. Active partnerships with organizations such as the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Tampa Downtown Partnership, United Way Suncoast, Bike/Walk Tampa Bay, Boys & Girls Club of Tampa Bay, and A Brighter Community underscore Gresham Smith and Partners‘ commitment to community enrichment and social responsibility in the Tampa Bay area. This new office space not only represents a physical expansion for Gresham Smith and Partners but also a deepened commitment to Tampa, its employees, and the wider community.
