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The challenge for this design was to create a space for Runway, an invitation-only startup incubator, which would stand out amongst the multitude of San Francisco tech companies. Located in the Twitter building, the 30,000SF space defines the cutting-edge incubator as a community and not just a work space. Individual users and startup companies can rent a desk at a time or 400SF bays of space across the office landscape.
High-density desking contrasts with a variety of open, communal areas to provide more space for collaboration, brainstorming, and events. After less than a year in operation, Runway already has an extensive list of startups waiting to join this community.
Photography: Eszter + David
Design by FME Architecture + Design
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