Melanie O'Brien
Architect | Designer | Artist
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Miami Tower Skylobby
Rebranding and remodelling of the iconic I.M.Pei's Miami Tower skylobby amenities for commercial tenants
Renovation of the sky lobby and cafeteria at I.M. Pei’s Miami Tower. The project scope called for new finishes throughout, construction of a new reception desk, creation of two new conference rooms and new furniture to cater for both events and the building’s office tenants.
Project date
2017
Role
Design team
Project location
Miami, FL
Firm
Koko Architecture + Design
Primary responsibilities:
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Working closely with project architect and project team on conceptual design development
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Detail design millwork
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Produce construction documents
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Support project architect in design team meetings and coordinating with consultants
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Design new building logo
A lobby in the Sky
The site's elevated position and generous terrace makes it a unique amenity, however this was not reflected in its occupancy.
Working against an existing geometry established by the building's core facilities, the project used curved lines more aligned with the building's iconic exterior form to generate a more appealing space for tenants' use.
Custom millwork
Brightly colored furniture in unconventional forms populate the lobby alongside custom millwork pieces creating spaces for individual and group working alike.
Rebranding an icon
The new owners commissioned the design of a new logo to align with the revitalised skylobby.
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