A Modern, Industrial Look for a Tech Services Company

Project date:

January 2017

Geographical Market:

Metro Detroit

Industry:

Technology Services

Employees:

70

Budget:

$300,000

A technology services company kicked off the new year with a big development: opening a 15,000-square-foot facility in January. Rightsize worked with the company to PLAN and FURNISH the new space, creating a modern, yet industrial look.

The facility featured wood accents and a color palette of clean grays and whites, with pops of red and navy blue to create a sophisticated Americana aesthetic. Rightsize planned and furnished spaces including private offices and refurbished workstations, as well as conference rooms, a training room, and a breakroom.

The client’s previous location had used an open plan with benching systems, and acoustics had been a challenge for employees. Rightsize built a space that was still bright and open, but with better privacy and sound management for the many customer service and sales representatives housed there. The Rightsize team used its expertise to bring eye-catching elements to the facility’s common spaces, as well as value-engineering furnishings to deliver what the client wanted at competitive prices.

Despite working on a tight timeline, both the Rightsize team and the client were satisfied with the end result.

A Financing Company Plans a More Connected Office

Project date:

February 2016

Geographical Market:

Metro Detroit

Industry:

Finance

Employees:

130

Budget:

$200,000

In early 2016, a commercial real estate and home financing company was experiencing major growing pains. Rightsize partnered with the client to find a creative and budget-friendly solution.

The company was composed of three entities, and it occupied three different suites within the same building. This separation was causing a disjointed corporate culture and poor communication among staff. Since the company was on the verge of hiring more employees, leadership wanted to move into a larger space that could accommodate everyone.

Rightsize analyzed the client’s specific needs for space planning, and used its budget wisely by selecting remanufactured furniture for the best value. An open office plan, lower panels, and light colors brightened up the space.

Rightsize also planned the new office to promote communication and collaboration among employees. Each of the three company divisions received its own open meeting area that integrated premium pre-owned lounge seating, dry erase boards, and laptop tables. And multipurpose conference tables combined work surfaces and file cabinets that joined to walls with mounted TVs. The company is continuing to expand, as well as build a long-term relationship with Rightsize. 

An Automotive Company Expands into a New Global HQ

Project date:

May-December 2016

Geographical Market:

Metro Detroit

Industry:

Automotive

Employees:

125

Budget:

$800,000

In May 2016, a company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing automotive products began its expansion into a new location. The company maintained employees in its existing space, and partnered with Rightsize to PLAN and FURNISH its new global headquarters. The end result had an industrial, yet modern aesthetic.

Rightsize helped the client create a plan to fit its workflow and its employees’ needs, managing the process from visualization to installation. The office blended classic and contemporary pieces – including reclaimed wood walls and colorful carpet tiles – to create a unique, branded look. Rightsize also used its expertise to value-engineer spaces that combined seating and storage.

The open floor plan captured the client’s vision of an airy and collaborative environment. Rightsize used remanufactured workstations equipped with custom work surfaces and built-in dry erase boards. The private offices included height-adjustable tables and matching task chairs.

Rightsize also took the opportunity to add eye-catching and functional elements in the office’s shared spaces. Each of the multiple conference and media rooms had its own distinctive look; one featured a striking V-shaped table, and another offered a TV, and a bar-height table to be used for meetings or drop-in workstations. 

A Fast-Growing Tech Startup Opens its First Office

Project date:

December 2015-March 2016

Geographical Market:

Metro Detroit

Industry:

Technology

Employees:

35

Budget:

$50,000

When Rightsize began working with an innovative technology startup, it was in the midst of a period of significant growth and change. The company had just secured funding, and within the span of a few months, it had expanded its staff from four to 35 employees.

Rightsize collaborated with the company’s CEO to PLAN and FURNISH a streamlined, modern space on a quick timeframe and a tight startup budget. The Rightsize team provided a great deal of value for the client, handling every step of the planning and installation process, and procuring affordable but high-quality furnishings.

The client envisioned a contemporary workspace that matched its innovative brand identity. Rightsize achieved this look by furnishing the open-plan area with remanufactured workstations with low panels. Meeting rooms and collaborative spaces featured walls coated with a dry erase board paint. Rightsize also designed a custom reception station with a colorful, curved table, and low benching made from refurbished workstations.

The startup is about to launch its first product and continue its growth. Its staff is already in talks with Rightsize as it looks for a new suite to accommodate 35 new employees – doubling the size of the company.