![]() The glass wall at the entry to the fitness center depicts a historical map of the Bay, while amorphous benches imply coastal outcroppings,” says Form4 Architecture. ![]() The fitness areais equipped with aerobic equipment (situated at the window looking to the outdoor space), weights, and machines, as well as trainers and instructors for group exercise. The Tech Talk corridor, which connects the reception area and caf é, features an abstract representation of the Bay through history as its materiality transitions from planting to wood to metal.Ĭomprising roughly 40 percent of ground-floor amenity space, the fitness center includes locker rooms, refresh bar,and outdoor exercise area. ![]() Wood partitions, glass walls, and metal-mesh screens provide delineation among office areas, while allowing for visual connectivity and permeation of natural light. The rustic beauty of Drawbridge, CA-a nearby ghost town formerly known as Saline City-and the surrounding salt marshes are reflected in the colors and materiality of the reception area. Lighting fixtures and seating configurations throughout are evocative of salt’s molecular makeup and geometricity. The workplace includes three branded cafés with al-fresco dining and seating for 216 a fitness center with lockers rooms and outdoor exercise area meeting rooms in a variety of configurations for group interactions and private conversations a 178-seat auditorium aptly named “Tech Talk” for company presentations and guest speakers and 50 electric vehicle charging stations, upholding the tech company’s adherence to sustainability.Ĭeiling elements define the main circulation throughout the floor, referencing the natural shape s of salt ponds in the San Francisco Bay while also providing acoustic absorption. The design draws upon the history and characteristics of the South Bay landscape, as well as the confluence of nature and industry. The heavily landscaped roof terraces will provide park-like settings for Googlers to enjoy the magnificent Hudson River views.“For the offices of a global search engine company, Form4 Architecture created a modern and sophisticated workplace that celebrates the story of salt production, a prominent Bay Area industry dating back to 1854. We’ve made substantial progress in building out our 1. Google pointed out to the public hearing on March 9 that they would serve liquor only until 3:30 p.m.-strictly in-house conveniences for employees at work. John’s Terminal site at 550 Washington Street, which we currently lease and expect to open by mid-2023, will be one part of the already sizable investment we’ve made in New York Google’s largest office outside California. There is also a need to discourage having open bars serving liquor on roof areas, as this is a sure formula for loud crowds late at night.įortunately for the neighbors, Google has a policy to take their bigger events to hotels or other event spaces. There is also a reluctance to have large assembly areas for crowds on a roof. What the Community Board Two committee was able to do is resolve that no live or piped in music be played outdoors. For Google, soon two skyscraper towers will be built just across Houston Street whose residential occupants will surely want to protect their peace and quiet. When it comes to liquor licenses and gathering spaces on the roof of buildings, there are special concerns to the neighbors that there could easily be disturbing noises carrying over to neighboring buildings. The catering services are spread throughout the building’s floors, but two areas were presented for special consideration: the outdoor roof terraces, one on the fourth floor and one on the 12th floor. Google has announced a 1bn (£871m) deal to buy the London development Central Saint Giles, calling the move a show of confidence in the return to more office working. For Googlers there will be an entry lobby on the north end just for them, and another entry lobby for visitors or VIPs arriving by car on the south end. Then, there is the amphitheater-type seating for assemblies or just hanging out in informal groups. Some common elements that seem to be de rigeur for tech office spaces are, for instance, free snacks, drinks and meals, to keep employees close to their work, while at the same time providing recreational areas for diversions during the long day. The empty lot at right is planned for two skyscraper apartment towers. Note the truncated railroad beds exposed in white serrated edges, a vestige of the former St. ![]() The new Google offices at 550 Washington Street, corner of Houston Street, feature heavily landscaped areas, including the roof terraces, a specialty of CookFox Architects. ![]()
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