# Industrial-Style Company Headquarters An HR Software Company Taps Marcy Wong Donn Logan Architects By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-01-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hr-software-company References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/10/06/gusto-headquarters-warehouse-pier-70-san-francisco-gensler/) HR software company [Gusto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3) receives an incredibly contemporary space that will house its operations which include a human resource platform, cloud-based payroll and benefits management. The business, which has seen rapid growth, will enjoy an office ambiance that embraces open concept and industrial sensibilities. Located on San Francisco’s eastern waterfront, the HR software company will take Pier 70 — a building that once served as “a machine shop for military destroyers and submarines.” Gusto commissioned Berkeley-based Marcy Wong Donn Logan Architects for the project. The design firm attempted to create a modern working space that paid homage to the historic values and quirks of Pier 70. With its juxtaposition of [industrial elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nderkleiva) and integration of contemporary, collaboration-focused furniture, Gusto’s company headquarters will surely make for an office that one want to come back to. Photo Credits: Rafael Gamo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Open Concept Offices:** The trend of open concept offices embraces collaboration and creates a modern working space. - **Industrial-inspired Design:** The trend of industrial-inspired design pays homage to historic values while incorporating contemporary elements. - **Cloud-based HR Platforms:** The trend of cloud-based HR platforms revolutionizes the way companies manage payroll and benefits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Software Development:** The software development industry can leverage open concept offices and industrial-inspired design to create innovative workspaces for their employees. - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can explore the trend of industrial-inspired design to create unique office spaces that merge history with modern aesthetics. - **HR Technology:** The HR technology industry can drive disruptive innovation by developing and improving cloud-based HR platforms for efficient and streamlined payroll and benefits management. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hospitality-Centric Tech Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mawd.md) - [Redefined LA-Based Comfortable Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gensler-1.md) - [Vibrant Multi-Level Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gensler.md) - [Californian Modern Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-job.md) - [Remote Work-Catering Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-plow.md) - [Youthful-Inspired Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esalco-logistics.md) - [Biophilic Workplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-garden.md) - [Pier-Side Dynamic Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-hq.md) - [Bright Tonal Modern Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinklr.md)