What it looked like before!

More after photos!

TheOfficeStylist: Describe your office to us:

The DWM offices are the headquarters for Society Awards, Mode Design Group and Ambition Beverages. The space is open, light and modern, embracing the industrial loft feeling. The entrance is highlighted by a full bar with translucent ebony sliding doors, which faces the impressive glass-walled conference room and glass trophy cabinet.  This room houses Society Awards’ notable body of work, with trophies from prestigious award shows including the Golden Globes, Emmys, MTV VMA and Movie Awards, CFDA Fashion Awards, CLIOs and, well, a whole case full of others. The focal point to the entrance area is a glittering column made of illuminated acrylic and just down the hall, the kitchen door is a reclaimed original fire door from the building, noting casting dates of 1902, which actually works and slides (with effort) in its new home. Clean lines, purposeful color/texture combinations and furniture from designer Eames to Van der Rohe accentuate the rest of the space, along with impressive views of the New York City.

 
TOS: What is your favorite part of your office and why?

 It’s hard to pick one part because I love the whole space. But if I had to choose one space I’d say my office because it’s comfortable and so personalized to my taste. I also really love the bar area, which holds all the spirits I’ve created! 

TOS: What was your inspiration for your office makeover?

I was really drawn to this building, which is the old Standard Motors building in Long Island City. The landlords, Acumen Capital, purchased the building and have done an amazing job with renovating it. It boasts the first Brooklyn Grange rooftop farm, the largest urban rooftop farm in the USA, with over an acre planted. I also liked the idea of customizing my own space from top to bottom. 

 
TOS: How did you feel working in your office before your makeover?

Before the makeover it was just an empty space, so we obviously weren’t working in here. But before moving to this space the other office felt less than completely sophisticated and incomplete. I like to have a beautiful workspace to inspire and foster creativity. 

 
TOS: How did you feel working in your office AFTER your makeover?

I love the new space. The energy in the office is vibrant and positive, and there is a really productive work culture amongst the employees. 


TOS: Do you feel it’s important to have an office/workspace you love in order to be happy at work/while working?

Absolutely. I would say it’s a vital component of a positive work experience. 

 
About you:

I am an entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of three successful companies: Society Awards, Mode Design Group and Ambition Beverages. I earned my JD in entertainment law, but quickly realized that practicing law was not where my passion was. I saw a niche market in the awards creation industry and decided to open Society Awards in 2007. 

Since then it has gone on to become the premier designer and manufacturer of high-end custom awards and recognition products for the Luxury, Sports, and Entertainment Industries. Featuring notable clients such as the Golden Globes, Emmys, Espys and luxury brands like Rolls Royce, Society Awards has been able to grow fifty percent per year through a combination of top-notch service, innovation and award-winning design.

By the way, If you have a stylish, modern or innovative office makeover  you want to feature onTheOfficeStylist, or you need help transforming your space, please email us athi@theofficestylist.com. Located in LA? We’d love to stop by and take photos of your space and profile you and your business. Love this Office Makeover? Take a look at the other Office Makeovers we have on TheOfficeStylist.

Sayeh

The Office Stylist

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How does the view make you feel when you look at it?

You sometimes want to pinch yourself that you are lucky enough to have both a great company to work for and they are located in such a scenic place.  Before work or at lunch I often try to get out for a run in trails that you see in the photos.  Alternately, there is an hour bike ride up to the top of the mountains shown.  If you take that ride early in the morning, you are treated to a magnificent view of Boulder right as the sun is starting to shine on it – it really makes you feel alive.

Would you say that having a great view has improved your life at work?

Absolutely.  If you need a break, you can go out on a short run on the trails and really clear your head.  You would be amazed at some of the really creative ideas that you can come up with when you are out on the trails.  Similarly, just sitting on the deck from which this photo was taken for a few minutes can really clear your head.

What is the worst view you’ve had from a workspace before?

I once worked in Los Angeles and after my first couple days I said to a co-worker, “I cannot believe how foggy it is here – you cannot see anything out the windows.”  The co-worker replied, “That isn’t fog – that is smog.”

If you could choose any view in the world, what would it be?

While the views of Boulder are amazing, I would have to say that some of the mountains I have seen in Switzerland are out of this world.  It is incredible how some of those peaks just jut up almost out of nowhere.

This view is from the workspace of  Ken McDonald, Vice President of Customer Acquisition, TeamSnap

By the way, If you have a beautiful, inspiring or amazing view you want to feature onTheOfficeStylist, please contact us.

Sayeh, The Office Stylist

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Describe your office space to us.
My office is now a chic, sophisticated place that I feel good being in.

Where did the inspiration for your office space design come from?
My inspiration was a living room that I found in Rue Magazine.  

What is your favorite part/design of your office space and why?
My favorite part of my office has to be my hot pink chair.  It was a garage sale find covered in a dark rose colored floral.  I took it to my upholsterer and had them recover it with the lush pink velvet.  

Do you feel that having a well designed and inspiring office has changed the way you and your employees work?
I feel inspired now when I’m in my office and it helps get my creative juices flowing.

If you could use one word to describe the feel of the office space, what would it be?
Chic  

Tell us about your company and what it means to you to have a well-designed office space.
I am an Interior Designer so naturally my workspace has to be a place of creativity and inspiration and just a touch of glam.

http://www.amandacarolathome.com/

By the way, If you have a stylish, modern or innovative office you want to feature on TheOfficeStylist, or you need help transforming your space, please contact us. Located in LA? We’d love to stop by and take photos of your space and profile your business. Love this Office Profile? Take a look at the other Office Profiles we have on TheOfficeStylist.

Sayeh

The Office Stylist

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 About your pet 

Official Title: Security Guard & Garbage Disposal
Workday duties: Attend meetings, greet guests, clean up food that fell on the floor, lap warmer
Breed/animal: Chihuahua
Favorite workday activities: Napping and sitting in front of the space heater
Favorite workday snacks: Anything people feed me! Especially chicken!
Start Time: 11am
How long has Meatball been at the company? 4 years

About you

What made you decide to start bringing Meatball into work?

Meatball goes everywhere we go! He is very well behaved (most of the time) and everyone loves him and misses him when he isn’t here, so he has definitely become a big part of our office culture.

How would you describe a typical workday with  Meatball?

Jumping from lap to lap to make his daily rounds and make sure everyone in the office gets their Meatball time

Would you say that having your pet at work helps or hinders your work?

It definitely can hinder work, as he can be a little distracting with his cuteness, but overall it makes me happier to have him with me all day, therefore I believe I work better and harder when I’m not being distracted!
What do clients think/say about Meatball being at the office with you?

Our clients love Meatball! I think they think it’s fun that we have him here, and they love to play with him when they come in. We’re a Creative company so we can get away with more unconventional business practices!
Do you think more offices should allow pets at work?

It definitely depends on the environment and how safe it is to have an animal there, but in general I think it’s a great way to build company culture and create a fun work environment

What’s your favorite thing about having Meatball at work?

I have more separation anxiety than he does when it comes to being away from him for long periods, so for me it makes me feel better to have my furbaby close to me for the majority of my day, rather than keeping him cooped up at home by himself.

Ashley Ranger & Meatball works over at www.facebook.com/excelamktg.

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