The Los Angeles-based design studio Part Office has converted two renovated condominiums on the Venice Beach boardwalk into live-work units with a pared-back design aesthetic and a calm-inducing atmosphere. There is a total of 12 live-work units.
The spaces that Part Office overhauled in this development—that was striving to create a hybrid complex of residential and office spaces—boast neutral color and material palettes, as well as flexible layout and furnishing. The live-work units are part of a greater movement that has accelerated since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and which concerns the future of work. Many individuals have taken a liking to work-from-home culture and are voicing their new preferences to employers who are seeking ways to boost productivity. As such, Part Office's live-work units have a "less formal and more residential atmosphere."
Soothing Live-Work Units
Part Office Overhauls Two Condominiums in Los Angeles, California
Trend Themes
1. Live-work Spaces - The demand for blend between residential and office space will continue to grow, offering opportunities in architecture, interior design, and real estate industries.
2. Flexible Layouts and Furnishings - Creating adaptable spaces for changing needs in a post-pandemic world is a trend with potential for innovation in furniture design and architecture.
3. Calming Design Aesthetics - Designing spaces with neutral colors and pared-back aesthetic to evoke a sense of peacefulness is a trend with opportunities in interior design, hospitality, and healthcare industries.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The growing demand for integrated residential and office spaces calls for innovative design solutions.
2. Interior Design - Creating adaptable and calming spaces that enhance productivity requires innovative interior design approaches.
3. Real Estate - Developing live-work units that cater to the evolving work environment and preferences offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the real estate industry.