A Look Inside Colliers’ New Portland Office

Michal
Real estate
3 days ago

Real estate firm Colliers recently hired architecture firm Ankrom Moisan to design their new office in Portland, Oregon.

“Desiring something fresh, beautiful, and unforgettable, the international brokerage firm approached Ankrom Moisan for the design of their new offices. To deliver exactly what they envisioned, Ankrom Moisan infused the space with minimalist charm through soft curves and organic forms, introducing an honesty that enhances the brand experience.

Moving up from a mid-level floor to the top floor of Portland’s Pacific Center building, square footage was sacrificed to gain an outdoor patio space and 360o views of the West Hills, Fremont Bridge, and Mount Hood. Offering quite the first impression, vaulted ceilings, and illuminated archways in Colliers’ elevator lobby bring to mind the intricate craftsmanship of Old-World cathedrals. Colliers’ new office is designed for experience, not just aesthetics. A soft kind of roundness everywhere and multiple expressions of light make the whole space feel more sophisticated, keeping eyes entertained and engaged the whole time.

The curved glass of private telephone rooms cascades down the hall, leading directly to an employee coffee bar. The one-on-one rooms are insulated by soundproof felt wall covers that echo therounded, curved design motif found elsewhere throughout the office.

As an international firm, Colliers desired regional context within their office, manifesting as the soft-toned woods that speak to the lumber of the Pacific Northwest. Overhead, exposed ceilings were deliberately kept light to counteract the familiar darkness of Oregon rainclouds. Elevated amenities for Colliers’ employees include a cooking room with modern appliances and
ventilation to reduce food smells, as well as lively, active zones for socializing after work. The social area has a family-style table for eating, rounded sofas, and curved lighting fixtures, as well as some more playful elements like a shuffleboard table and core-drilled golf holes that encourage employees to both work hard and play hard. Embracing softer natural palettes energized by a rich textural depth, subtle design elements, and Colliers’ trademark blue, we established a modern office that is a unique signature for Colliers.”