Brainium Studios
The desired qualities were not entirely different from the studio’s own work: their gaming apps are unique, intuitive, and engaging, with incredible attention to detail, all for the goal of creating a sense of discovery and delight for the player.
Brainium Studios
Portland, Oregon
18,000 SF
Tenant Improvement
Client Notes
Brainium asked Hacker to design a modestly branded workplace that created a welcoming and visually pleasing experience while leaving room for the unexpected. The desired qualities were not entirely different from Brainium’s own work; their game apps are unique, clean, intuitive and engaging, with incredible attention to detail, all for the goal of an amazing experience for the player.
Designer Notes
Hacker realized a synergy early on - our work is vastly different in scale and experience, but our process and values are in complete alignment. With that, we began our inquiry with Brainium to better understand their specific goals for their growing studio. A space with an intuitive, rational flow, simple material palette, elements that support the health and well-being of staff and superb acoustics and lighting were some of the more primary directives. Upon entry, a generous reception lounge, defined by built-in seating that lines the perimeter, welcomes visitors and staff. The palette is minimal: white and shades of blue painted walls, white-washed tambour panel, blue upholstery and concrete flooring provide a canvas for Brainium to develop some truly special moments in the space with colorful, interactive digital art, as well as relating to the urban views.
People
Katherine Park, Interior Designer
Keri Woltz & John Dalit, Architectural Designers
Jennie Fowler, Interior Design Principal
Jen Dzienis, Project Manager
