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The Jury
Nila Leiserowitz, Assoc. AIA, FASID
Gensler
Santa Monica, California
Lewis Goetz, AIA
Group Goetz Architects PC
Washington, D.C.
Victor Saroki, FAIA
Victor Saroki & Associates Architects PC
Birmingham, Michigan




Rocket Science


Location
Chicago, IL
Architect
Interior Space International
Client/Owner
Rocket Science
General Contractor
Leopardo Companies Inc.
Photographer
Steve Hall © Hedrich Blessing

"a lot of originality, but also a lot of restraint"

A dynamic, up-and-coming sales promotions agency sought a signature space that would capture their energy and creative process. The oddly shaped 3,500 square foot floor plate needed to accommodate open and private offices, an activity bar, gallery, and a presentation room while preserving vistas toward Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River. Circulation and workspace therefore revolve around the "Rocket Red" presentation room, which adds visual punch to the inexpensively remodeled space. Paint and drywall were the only materials used to enliven the concrete shell. The jury admired the palette of neutrals highlighted with a few bold colors and said the architects "did a great job with an awkward space and low budget."