8 Cool Office Layouts in Chicago

8 Cool Office Layouts in Chicago 8 Cool Office Layouts in Chicago Image Source: GenslerChicago is one of the world leading destinations for cool office layouts. The city has an ‘officescape’ that is dominated by inspiring workspaces of open plan design that is carefully chosen to facilitate great collaborative spirit between the teams of personnel who work there. These 8 cool office layouts are indicative of the best working environments in the Windy City. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 1. Centro, ChicagoImage Source: pbd Photography: Tom HarrisCentro, creators of digital advertising software, has a futuristic office that seems like many  peoples idea of utopia, making it a cert for this list of cool office layouts in the city. White clean surfaces contrast with indoor gardens and wood furniture to  create a modern, natural space. The office, designed by Partners by Design, features a fully-stocked kitchen and ample flexible work spaces as well as more conventional desk seating.2. Yelp, ChicagoImage Source: Valerio Dewalt T rain Associates Photography: Tom HarrisOpen ­  plan  offices are a notable trend in cool office layouts, allowing for better communication between employees and a more collaborative  work atmosphere. Yelps Chicago offices, designed by Valerio Dewalt Train, use open  plan desks and seating, as well as communal lounge, bar and kitchen areas, to ensure that staff constantly interact. Yelps signature red as an accent colour throughout creates a sense of unity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 3. Closerlook, ChicagoImage Source: Eastlake Studio Photography: Steve HallDigital marketing company  Closerlook mostly serves pharmaceutical companies, so it wanted an office blending the creativity of marketing with the clean aesthetic of a lab. Designed by Eastlake Studio, the firm’s Chicago workspace is a must for our cool office layout roundup, brilliantly achieving this mix.  Ample  glass, glossy white surfaces and exposed lightbulbs give the space a clinical feel, while wood panels and statement colours on the walls add an organic, energetic flavour.4. Motorola Mobility, ChicagoImage Source: Gensler Photography: Eric LaignelMotorola Mobilitys Chicago offices bring a sense of fun to hi- ­tech. Designed by Gensler, the office includes quirky design features such as neon lights, sports netting and an eclectic mix of old and new furniture. The workspace includes open ­plan desk seating, an outdoor terrace, multiple micro ­kitchens and a games room, encouraging employee interaction. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 5. Getty Images, ChicagoImage Source: Office Snapshots Photography: JJ JetelThe office that BOX Studios designed for Getty Images in Chicago is inspired by the online company’s vast collections of photo and video. Adorning walls, tapestries and canvases, the dynamic images create an active work environment, underlined  by an  uplifting yellow colour that  is used  throughout the headquarters. It’s an ultra-collaborativ e space, with only two private offices, and workbench type seating used for the rest.6. Red Frog Events, ChicagoImage Source: NELSONRed Frog Events’ Chicago office is like a child’s dream come true. Featuring a slide, a treehouse, a giant calendar, a cloth tent, hammock chairs,  jam ­-jar lights, fake trees and a climbing wall, this is the most fun office on our list. Designed by NELSON, the office has a recurring ‘red frog’ motif that  helps to ties the diverse spaces together. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 7. Core Power, ChicagoImage Source: BOX Studios Photography: JJ JetelThe Chicago offices of dairy-based protein drink provider Core Power are directly inspired by the company’s product. The space, designed by BOX Studios, contains artificial grass, cow cut- ­outs, and a staff milk bar filled with Core Power products. Timber beams emphasise  the natural aesthetic, while a skylight and accompanying ceiling sculpture helps to flood the workspace with sunlight.8. Braintree, ChicagoImage Source: pbdOnline payments company Braintree’s Chicago offices  are the  imaginative  creation of Partners by Design. The office is inspired by a tree, reflected in the  dark wood surfaces, green furniture and a tree house area with hammock chairs for employees to chill out. The office  also an in-house bar, where staff can enjoy a beer or a snack.