When was the last time you saw ceiling graphics? It’s an unfortunate truth that they’ve become a pretty rare site in the modern world. However, there are quite a few historic examples open to tourists. Furthermore, in the commercial interior design world, they’re starting to reappear, and we couldn’t be … Read more
It’s a new year, and the perfect time to pause and take a look at what’s going on in the design world. And we don’t mean the short-term fads that will spark and burn out in a season, but the overarching trends that we’ve seen gain steady strength and we … Read more
Off-white walls, forgettable carpeting, a utilitarian desk – if you’ve worked an office job you are probably familiar with the typical design hallmarks of the average corporate space. However, in the past two decades workplaces have been creeping out of corporate sterility. Glass walls and more open floor plans have … Read more
“Great – can you send me a sample?” That’s how about half our phone calls seem to end. A sample is probably the most valuable tool a designer has. You can talk all day, look at drawings, read material specs – even photos. But nothing compares to feeling and seeing … Read more
Modern offices are all sleek lines and clear glass. They’re fabulously transparent! A beacon of collaboration and unity! And a total nightmare for privacy and security. Glass office occupants are increasingly finding that although the design philosophy was great, the reality of working in a fish bowl is imperfect. So … Read more
We at MetWest love an ambitious vision – and the NFL and Gensler were certainly not lacking that with their designs for NFL Los Angeles. Their plans were truly a perfect example of what we like to call “WOWification” – creating a “wow” effect through creative and bold design. And … Read more