Gray Design Group Completes Class-A Office Space for Hermann Companies
Date Posted: June 6, 2024
Posted In: News, Projects,
Gray Design Group proudly announces the completion of a stunning 15,000-square-foot Class-A office space for Hermann Companies in the Pierre Laclede Center building in Clayton, Missouri. Hermann Companies, a prominent financial investment firm, entrusted Gray with revitalizing their corporate offices, marking the first renovation in over 25 years.
Central to the new design is the break room, which serves as the office’s focal point for employee gatherings and social interaction. The project showcases sophisticated design details including custom starburst veneer panels in the lobby and glass fronts in the boardroom, offering breathtaking views of the Arch while flooding the space with natural light.
Other key features include cove lighting, patterned ceiling reveals, hardwood floors and veneer wall details at office fronts, all contributing to a timeless elegance.
Gray’s design concept blends traditional and contemporary elements to cater to the firm’s high-profile clientele while fostering a familial atmosphere. The comprehensive services provided by Gray included interior architecture and design. Key collaborators on the project included A.J. Brown, general contractor; Pipe & Duct Systems, LLC; Birkel Electric; Fire Solutions, Inc.; Faulkbilt for glass fronts; and Lighting Associates, Inc. Photography of the project was skillfully captured by Jim Corbett III.
“Our goal in delivering the new offices for Hermann Companies was to create a space that truly achieves both form and function,” said Doug Rendleman, president of A.J. Brown. “The boardroom, with a rich history of hosting guests from around the world, was the focal point of that design. We aimed to provide a space that would leave a lasting impression on employees and guests, and that’s exactly what we did.”
Heather Damalas, Executive Assistant to Bob Hermann Jr. at Hermann Companies, praised the new office space: “The new space is impeccably built. The modern design and state-of-the-art facilities make it a pleasure to come to work. We have a lot of traffic in the boardroom and surrounding areas, and the tailored design has proven to meet the demand and inspire great conversations.”
Founded in 1982, Gray Design Group is one of the Midwest’s leading multi-disciplined architectural, interior, branding, and graphic design firms. With over 40 years of experience, the Saint Louis-based firm specializes in creating dynamic commercial, hospitality, industrial, multi-family, and senior living environments. Gray Design Group’s award-winning, sustainable work has received national and regional acclaim. The WBE Certified firm plans four million square feet of diverse commercial spaces annually.