Fairfield and Woods Law Offices

Submitted by RNL Design

RNL Design was selected by Fairfield and Woods to prepare a program document detailing its staff and space requirements as well as operational deficiencies in order to best determine the ideal size and configuration of its office space.

This plan was then used to test selected building floor plates within the downtown Denver area and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of those space plans. In addition, RNL evaluated the firm's existing space compared to the ideal program to determine what changes might need to be made, where the plan was compromised and what costs would be associated with keeping its existing space and remodeling in place.

In the end, Fairfield and Woods elected to remain in their existing space and remodel and upgrade to meet current and anticipated future needs. Encompassing 23,700 sq ft, the design for this project included a remodeled ceiling system that required the reuse and relocation of existing light fixtures throughout the majority of the corridors, perimeter and exterior offices and ancillary support rooms.

Lighting upgrades were provided in large conference rooms, elevator and reception lobbies as well as all secretary stations. Using both existing and new lighting challenged the design team to carefully select finish colors and materials that would work well in all lighting conditions, giving the final appearance a fresh, classy flavor.

Finish materials such as art glass, quartzite slate and cherry wood tones welcome clients into a clean, yet warm and receptive experience. Increased lighting levels and energetic color combinations add a sense of life to the long, narrow circulation paths while soothing earth tones of green and taupe were used in private office and conference rooms.

Ergonomic furniture system upgrades were provided to all secretary and paralegal staff, making Fairfield and Woods an aesthetically pleasing and functionally proficient corporate working environment.

Project Team

Owner: Fairfield and Woods
Architect: RNL Design
General Contractor: i2 Construction
Engineer: Hadji and Associates
Major Subs: Woodcraft Unlimited Inc.; Officescapes Scott Rice; Steelcase, Historic Decorating

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