C O R P O R A T E
ABOUT US
The first firm established, which would eventually become
Inventure Design, was founded on April 1, 1997. Principal Jim
O’Neill created a company offering interior architecture and
design services with the skills of a large, well-established firm
while maintaining personalized attention. Utilizing knowledge
gained from years of association with larger firms, the new
company would offer cutting edge innovation with direct
focus on attention to detail.
The emergence of an interior architecture firm with
sophisticated design talent was ideal for the ever increasing
corporate-type businesses in Houston, each looking for the
personal attention that this new firm would provide. The
creative success of each project led to frequent referrals, and
the firm quickly grew.
In 1998, the firm opened a new office designed by its three
employees, functioning as a showcase to their talents. That
same year, a relationship was established with FKP Architects.
The two firms began working on Texas Children’s Hospital
(TCH), leading the previously corporate focused firm into
healthcare design.
1999 brought the incorporation of five new employees, an
additional principal and an office expansion. In 2002, the
firm was presented with the Business Week/Architectural
Record “Architecture is Good Business” Design Award
for their work on the TCH project, the first awarded to a
healthcare project. Though corporate interiors still represented
90% of their work, the TCH success led to a project with
M.D. Anderson’s Cancer Center. As a result, the size of the
firm and the amount of work continued to grow.
By 2004, the firm had grown to 18 employees and began
working outside of Houston. The firm’s continued success
led to a joint venture/merger with the interiors department of
FKP Architects in 2005. With this merger, the firm changed
names to O’Neill Hill and Associates (OHA). OHA began
2008 with the departure of the co-principal and decided to
begin the next year as a new firm.
In 2009, OHA re-launched as Inventure Design, complete
with a new brand identity and an infusion of enthusiasm.
Inventure Design retained all of OHA’s associates and
continued to add talent to their high-profile team.
The team has expanded into a studio of 27, including two
additional principals- Michael Kopecky and Raymond
Romero. Today, Inventure Design can boast an 87% return
rate on clientele, which includes 10 of Houston’s top 100
financially ranked companies. This success created a need
to open offices in Dallas, Texas and Tulsa, Oklahoma to
continue establishing itself in the industry as the ‘go-to’ interior
design firm in the region.
INVENTURE DESIGN FACTS
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JIM’S SOCK COLLECTION
HEIGHT DIFFERENCE:
SHORTEST AND
TALLEST EMPLOYEE
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COUNTRIES
DESIGNED IN
PCA RACING
INSTRUCTOR
AVERAGE THERMOSTAT TEMPERATURE
1:4
RATIO OF
MEN TO WOMEN
HEADQUARTERED IN HOUSTON, TX
OFFICES IN DALLAS, TX & TULSA, OK
COMPUTER
MONITORS
70%
OF EMPLOYEES
OWN DOGS
LEFT-HANDED
EMPLOYEES
AVERAGE NERF GUN
WARS PER WEEK
SWATCHES IN OUR LIBRARY
IIDA/Texas Oklahoma Chapter
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center & West Tower
James W. O’Neill formed
Architecture + Interiors
The Top 10 Most Innovative
Facilities in Healthcare
Interior Architecture
Honor Award
AIA Houston - Loomis Fargo & Co.
1998
Healthcare Environment Award
Ambulatory Care - First Place
Firm name changed to
Facilities Design International
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Design Award Winners
First Place
SMPS - Special Market Brochure
SMPS - Special Events Piece
2000
Best of 2000 Awards
Mechanical/Electrical
Award of Excellence
F.W. Dodge Texas Construction
Albert B. Alkek Building
Best of 2000 Awards
Outstanding Renovation/
Restoration Project
F.W. Dodge Texas Construction
Rice University Keck Hall
American School and
University Architectural
Portfolio Competition
Rice University Citation
Howard Keck Hall
‘01
Center for Innovation in Health
Facilities
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center
Architect of the Year
Award Excellence in
Construction
Contract Magazine
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center
APEX Award
AGC of America
PetroCosm
Interior Design Awards
Healthcare First Place
ASID/Houston Chronicle
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center
Interior Architecture Honor
Award AIA Houston
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center
2003
Firm name changed to
O’Neill & Associates
Interior Architecture
Honor Award
AIA Houston
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center
Interior Design Awards
Commercial, Healthcare
Honorable Mention
American Subcontractors Association
Texas Children’s Clinical Care Center
ASID
Texas Children’s Hospital Feigin Center
Interior Design Awards
Healthcare - First Place
Landmark Award
ASID/Houston Chronicle
Texas Children’s Hospital West Tower
2002
Design is Good Business
Award
Business Week/Architecture
Record/AIA Texas
Texas Children’s Clinical Care Center
Houston Business Journal
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center
ASHE/AIA AAH
Project Team Award
Honorable Mention
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center,
West Tower, Feigin Center
and Abercrombie
Excellence for
‘04Design-Build
Projects
2
Texas Contractors Magazine
University of Texas M.D. Anderson
Cancer Prevention Building
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Landmark Award
Laboratory of the Year
Honorable Mention
R&D Magazine
Texas Children’s Hospital Feigin Center
2011
Joint venture with FKP Architects
Firm Name Changes to
O’Neill Hill, & Associates
Excellence in Construction
Award
Associated Building Contractors
University of Texas M.D. Anderson
Ambulatory Clinical Building
Best Healthcare Project &
Best of Construction for
Healthcare over $15m
Texas Construction Magazine
University of Texas M.D. Anderson
Ambulatory Clinical Building
Excellence Award
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Houston Business Journal
Texas Children’s Hospital Feigin Center
Landmark Award
Houston Business Journal
Rice University BioScience
Research Collaborative
TWENTY
TWELVE
1997
Design Excellence Award
First Place
Landmark Award
Houston Business Journal
Texas Children’s Hospital
Pavilion for Women
‘13
Firm purchases building &
relocates into new office
IIDA Pinnacle Award
Medium-sized Firm
Facility Awards of Excellence
Design-Build Institute of America
University of Texas M.D. Anderson
Ambulatory Clinical Building
IFMA Houston Chapter
Small Sized Project - The Center
Medium Sized Project - LLOG
ASHE/AIA AAH
Project Team Award
Honorable Mention
Facility Awards of Excellence
Texas Children’s Hospital
Clinical Care Center,
West Tower, Feigin Center
and Abercrombie
‘06
Landmark Award
Houston Business Journal
University of Texas M.D. Anderson
Ambulatory Clinical Building
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2014
IFMA Houston Chapter
Small Sized Project - Huntsman
Landmark Award
Houston Business Journal
Inventure Design Corporate Office
2 0 1 5
SMPS Houston Design Award
Most Liked Award
Landmark Award
Houston Business Journal
MHSW
Heart & Vascular Institute
2009
Beacon Award for
Critical Care Excellence
American Association of
Critical Care Nurses
Children’s Hospital of Orange Co.
Best Higher
Education/Research Project
Texas Construction Magazine
Texas Children’s Hospital Feigin Center
Dissolve joint venture with FKP
Firm name changed to
Inventure Design
2
0
1
Good Brick Award
6
Preservation Houston
Excellence in Historic Preservation
Facility Awards of Excellence
IFMA Houston Chapter
Small Sized Project
Armadillo/Johnson Financial
BUILD 2016 Architecture
Awards
Interior Design Firm of the Year - Texas
Best for Healthcare Architecture &
Interior Design
Best Places to Work
Houston Business Journal
Finalist for 10 to 100 Employees
in 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016
Our Capabilities
We deliver client-pleasing services. On purpose.
SERVICES
PROCESS
Interiors & Architecture
• Building Evaluations
• Site Tour & Selection
• Test Fits & Space
Planning
• Estimates & Schedules
• Programming
• 3-D Visualization
• Documentation &
Construction Reviews
Programming
• Fabric, Finish & Board
Presentations
• Code, Zoning &
Planning Studies
• Access Security &
Technology Needs
• Urban Design Studies
• Feasibility/Lending
Packages
• Project/Construction
Management
• Existing Facility Review
• Asset/Inventory
Management
• Vendor Invoice
Management
• Develop Initial
Plans, Incorporating
Programming Guidelines
• Coordinate Overall
Concept with Building
Requirements, Systems
Integration & Regulatory
Code Enforcement
• Present Furniture Layout,
Furniture/Art/Accessories
Design Development
• Evaluation of Furniture
Standards
• Catalog Current
Inventory
• Furniture Selection
• Furniture Mock-Ups
• Furniture Bidding &
Specifications
• Executive Furniture
• Implement Design Direction
& Solidify Project Intent
• Select Finish Materials
Consultation
• Custom Furniture &
Carpet Design
• Room Accessories &
Finishes
• Art Consultation &
Coordination
Visual Communications
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Environmental Graphics
Graphic Design
Wayfinding + Signage
Identity & Brand
Development
• Information Design
• Interview
Organizational Leaders
to Gather and Compile
Personnel Requirements
& Departmental
Requirements
Schematic Design
Facility Management
• Database Management
• Periodic Plan Updates
• Lease Manuals/Facility
Surveys
• Facility Consolidation
Reports
• Facility Handbooks:
Finishes & Furniture
• Facility Standards
• Establish Project
Objectives
• Review Workplace
Goals for Efficiency &
Utilization
• Set Guidelines for the
Planning, Design &
Budgets
Finishes & Design
Concepts
• Review Cost Data, Create
Budget & Schedule
• Inspect & Document
Existing Building
Conditions
• Create Final Plans
• Review Budget & Maintain
Project Schedule
Contract Documents
• Finalize Building Systems
• Document Design
Decisions
• Coordinate Consultants
• Create Documents to
Obtain Building Permits
Bidding
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Donor Recognition
Print Design
Merchandise Design
User Experience & User
Interface
“An organized process allows us to service
our clients in the quick, efficient manner
that they have grown accustomed to.”
- James O’Neill
• Solicit & Review
Contractor Bids
• Review Contractor
Requirements
• Review Construction
Budget Schedule
Post Occupancy Evaluation
• Ensure Warranty
Compliance
• Inspect Material
Performance
• Occupancy Goals Analysis
• Review Design Functionality
• Present Findings & Review
with Client
YOUR TEAM
Inventure Design is a
full-service, client-focused team of
professionals that use technology to
visually communicate our projects.
Using an individualized approach
towards each project, we create
strategic and responsive design.
OUR TEAM IN THE COMMUNITY
Inventure Design firmly believes in
supporting community-based endeavors
that have a local presence. Last year,
we contributed an in-kind donation to
the United Way Agency by building The
Center, a facility dedicated to serving
adults with developmental disabilities in
Houston, Texas. Because the UWA is
a not-for-profit facility, Inventure Design
provided design services to maintain the
strict budget.
Inventure Design supports various causes
throughout the year in many difference
facets, including the AIA, The Movember
Foundation, Villages of The Woodlands,
The Wounded Warrior Project, The
Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of
Commerce, JDRF, Memorial Hermann,
Texas Children’s Hospital, The Epilepsy
Foundation of Texas, The Houston Food
Bank, New Hope Housing and many
more.
The Houston Furniture Bank is an in-kind
donation center established to provide
furniture to families in need. Inventure
Design donates furniture and equipment
to the organization on a frequent basis,
knowing that we are helping the families
in our community.
Inventure Design employees also volunteer
annually for the Herman Miller We Care
Children’s Holiday Event. We Care unites
the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and
interior design firms in creating crafts that
underprivileged children can gift to family
and friends for the holidays.
We share in donating to causes that our
employees are passionate about and
encourage them to request funding for
their charities and sponsorships. There is
no annual cap to our monetary donations
and all employees are welcome to
present their requests for donation from
Inventure Design.
Our employees are encouraged to
join multiple organizations either as a
member or a leader. Examples of current
employee participation groups include:
AIA Houston, AIA Houston CAH, IIDA,
USGBC- Texas Gulf Coast Chapter
(LEED), TDLR, ASID - Texas Gulf Coast
Chapter, RDA, IFMA, SDP, EDAC, TAID,
AMA, ACRP, CoreNet, HYPE, NAIOP
and CREW. Inventure Design’s employee
involvement in the aforementioned
organizations establish our drive to
contributing to the Design and A/E/C
profession.
HOUSTON FOOD BANK- CANSTRUCTION
CCIM- REBUILD HOUSTON COMMUNITY
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB- WE CARE EVENT
AMERICAN HEART WALK
Our Work
We partner in designing solutions that enhance lives.
VISUALIZATION
InVisioning was developed to help our clients with the
design process throughout the life-cycle of a project.
Through the use of object based CAD software, we are
working in 3D at all times, even during preliminary TestFits. As a result, we are able to show our clients how the
space will look in 3D at a stage when decisive decision
making will quicken the overall process.
EXAMPLES OF PROGRAMMING AND STANDARD 3D TEST-FIT
As the preliminary drawings progress, we are able
to modify and update the 3D views as changes are
requested to allow the client to walk-thru the space and
view updates in real time.
When the design becomes finalized, we use a software
package in-house that gives a photo-realistic view of the
design and implements the actual finishes. This powerful
software, used by Sony and Pixar, allows clients to
actually ‘see’ the final space.
EXAMPLE OF PHOTOREALISTIC RENDERING
The last phase of inVisioning is the use of a tabletbased application that allows the client to have the
final working drawings and images linked to the actual
CAD-based information model. This app gives the client
and the contractor the ability to access a complete set of
current drawings with the touch of a finger. Using touch
based controls, the app allows simple navigation around
and through the workspace.
ARAMCO
SIZE: 37,000
sf
BUDGET: $67/sf
This project was a direct result of the previous work done
by Inventure Design for Empyrean Benefit Solutions in the
Aramco building. We were asked to design Aramco’s
new office space after Aramco Services’ president viewed
our work in the space and our past project portfolio.
SERVICES:
full interiors, furniture & project
management
YEAR COMPLETED: 2012
engineers, contractors and subcontractors and then
starting the project immediately.
The six week schedule included relocating all Aramco
employees off the floor prior to start of demolition.
Inventure Design agreed to act as the lead in a design- We also specified, purchased and managed all new
build project to monitor quality control by hiring all the furniture.
ARMADILLO FINANCIAL, JOHNSON LAW GROUP
SIZE: 22,000
SF
BUDGET: $109/SF
Inventure Design created two separate identities for
Armadillo Financial and Johnson Law Group, who share
the top floor of a first generation space in Kirby Grove. The
overarching theme of dressing up industrial design features
into a chic atmosphere included exposed structures,
polished concrete floors, painted steel and raw aluminum.
Wood panels in warm hues are strategically placed
behind the reception area to create a more welcoming
first impression of the office.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & FURNITURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2016
Offices, work spaces, meeting rooms and IT closets
are kept separate while common areas such as the
mezzanine, board room and break room are shared
between the companies. The mezzanine was created as
a way to utilize the tall 22’ ceilings and the view of the
Texas Medical Center, while also adding an additional
1,000 usf. The design included refurbished used furniture,
excluding the new reception desk, as a practical way to
decrease costs without diminishing the overall aesthetic.
ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS
SIZE: 10,700
SF
BUDGET:
WITHHELD
The client wanted to focus on congregation throughout the
space. The large circular conference room was created
as a destination for the entire space to use as a communal
atmosphere. The installation of new technology in the
FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE, ART GRAPHIC
SERVICES: MANAGEMENT
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
space gives them the ability to adapt and reconfigure,
regardless if a conference room is available for meetings.
Incorporating their standard colors into the design of the
office space helps reinforce their brand.
AVEVA
SIZE: 10,000 SF
BUDGET: $29/SF
SERVICES: FULL INTERIORS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2016
The challenging renovation of Aveva required Inventure around the space and provide small huddle areas with
Design to direct a redesign that allowed the company to marker boards for collaboration.
continue to work throughout the process.
The previously underutilized break room underwent
To create efficiency in their open-office setup, the existing a makeover that included deconstructing the walls to
cubicles were expanded into an organized system of reconfigure the space into a bright and open meeting area.
workstations that fit their tight budget. The workstations Nearby, a series of conference rooms were designed to
were moved away from the windows to create a walkway improve dialog and communication between employees.
CATERPILLAR/SOLAR TURBINES HOUSTON HEADQUARTERS
SIZE: 62,000 SF
BUDGET: $79/SF
The Caterpillar and Solar Turbines’ office space
consolidation transitioned employees out of a traditional
20+ year old oil and gas industry office layout and into
a modern, open work environment. The main design
challenge was to create a compatible scheme to merge
the two brands as one inspired presence throughout the
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & FURNITURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
space. As a projected LEED Silver project, an emphasis
on sustainability was a prime focus. The design was to
encourage flexible wok areas between floors and create
a unified long-term office space internally and externally
to support the corporate brand. The project’s functional
design allows for a productive and innovative workspace.
CRYSTAL & COMPANY
SIZE: 10,780 SF
BUDGET: $47/SF
This insurance company wanted to transition from their
traditional office layout to an open-plan concept. The
reception area served as the focal point of the space,
while the glass fronted conference room and company
logo were the backdrop to the entryway. The client also
valued a design that provided as much natural light as
possible throughout the office.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & FURNITURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
Inventure Design placed offices in the center using glass
separation to retain transparency and put workstations
around the perimeter to receive the most light. Huddle
rooms at both ends of the office area served as alternate
solutions to the main conference room in the reception
area. The huddle areas created new ways for the
employees to communicate and work together.
DOWNUNDER GEOSOLUTIONS
SIZE: 12,000 SF
BUDGET: $220/SF
This geosciences company wanted a high-end
office that emphasized their corporate brand within
a contemporary design. The space is divided into a
public zone and private work area. The public zone
includes the reception area, break room, training room
and meeting rooms. Inventure Design created a custom
reception desk and ceiling inspired by the company’s
hexagonal logo.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE, SIGNAGE,
EXTERIOR HVAC YARD
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
The break room serves as a gathering area with an inhouse barista and custom espresso machine. The private
work area, separated by glass doors from the main
space, contains the workstations, IT server room and
a hoteling area. The server room, an important feature
to showcase to DUG’s clients, has two large cooling
towers that were provided for the computer room with
server racks submerged in mineral oil tanks.
EMPYREAN
SIZE: 75,000 SF
BUDGET: $35/SF
As a health care benefit and administration company,
our client requested that their space reflect a high energy
environment, intended to improve company morale. Our
team used bold flooring and wall colors to enliven the
space and multiple fabrics to help segregate different
departments.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2012
also a functional design element that concealed the power
poles in the main space. The main conference room
housed a custom table that was technologically integrated
with controllable LED lighting. Additional conference
rooms were glass enclosed with a custom film which
reinforced the company’s brand and provided access to
natural light. Overlooking the 150-person customer service
As a client showcase, the upgraded receptionarea featured area, a raised floor control center was installed to track
televisions for company news and promoted general customer calls and load level resources, as well as provide
knowledge sharing. The wood slats in the reception were immediate access to the project managers.
ENERGY TRANSFER PARTNERS
SIZE: 50,000 SF
BUDGET:
withheld
Inventure Design worked with Energy Transfer Partners to
redesign their first floor security desk, create display cases for
their extensive historical archives and provide an interesting
solution for lobby seating. The goal of the project was to
design each piece in such a way that it blended with the
existing architecture while still standing as a showpiece for
the lobby. The security desk not only needed to be a beautiful focal
point for the building entrance, but also provide functionality
and organization for the security team. Notable
characteristics are the hand-picked Calacatta Gold Marble
and the backlight blue cube that acts as a beacon for the
three main entrances of the building. The display cases were designed to highlight a rotating
collection of pieces for visitors and employees to enjoy.
Each case was clad in mahogany veneer, tying them back
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & FURNITURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
to the existing lobby paneling. Mirrored blue glass was also
introduced to coordinate with the corporate logo. Lobby
seating was achieved by a custom pipe bench, designed
to mirror the milestone pipe sections displayed in the lobby
and to symbolize the company’s business. Additionally, Inventure Design completely renovated 2 fullfloors in the 1955 bank building as part of Energy Transfer’s
corporate consolidation. The plans for each floor were
developed to suite the needs of the Operations Group
that was relocating, while ensuring that the floor plates
maximized real estate.
The finish palette was developed in coordination with
Energy Transfer Partners’ finish standards. Window film and
graphic wallcovering were utilized as way-finding and to
add life to interior office spaces. The design for level 2 + 3
sustains fluidity with the rest of the building.
FREEPORT LNG EXPANSION
SIZE: 29,750 SF
BUDGET: $68/SF
The Freeport LNG expansion projects combined the
existing design with a fresh new look. The original Level 50
Suite was expanded to encapsulate the entire penthouse
floor. The Level 43 Suite was designed to link the two
floors together. New perimeter offices with high windows
allow for daylight to reach the open work areas. The new
centralized break room creates a large meeting area for
all major activities. In addition, an executive conference
room was also designed.
SERVICES: FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE, GRAPHICS YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
At the entry, dark wood projects into the main hallway
and mimics the wood paneling at Level 50’s reception.
Level 43 utilizes high windows to allow daylight to enter
the whole workspace. It also has a centralized break
room; however, this break room is visually broken into
three huddle zones: the kitchen, lounge area and open
conference room. The rest of the space opens to a
workstation area that has a rendering across the entire
back wall of their terminal port in Freeport.
GALWAY GROUP
SIZE: 9,600 SF
BUDGET: $50/SF
In an effort to change the client’s culture, the design focused
on modifying the office to a completely open concept plan.
The office space opens to an exposed ceiling, a large break
room and collaborative workstations. All perimeter offices
have partial walls and no office fronts, which maintains
SERVICES:
ARCHITECTURE & SIGNAGE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
a team atmosphere and improves communication. The
workstations have acoustical clouds that create defined
zones and are organized by the centralized copy and fax
room. Huddle rooms were created at the back of the space
for small team meetings and concentrated work.
HUNTSMAN CORPORATION
SIZE: 20,000 SF
BUDGET:
WITHHELD
Headquartered at Waterway Plaza One in The
Woodlands, Huntsman is anticipating future growth of
approximately 800 additional employees. Inventure
Design was tasked with renovating the entire 20,000 sf
first floor, which includes new building lobby finishes, the
receptionist area, a conference center and the employee
SERVICES:
FULL SERVICES
YEAR COMPLETED: 2014
cafe and lounge. Our design concept was based on
creating a strong presence in the building to represent
Huntsman’s brand. The progressive updates are consistent
with Huntsman’s image: light, bright, open and modern.
Employee amenities were also enhanced to attract and
retain talented employees.
HYDRO GULF OF MEXICO
SIZE: 125,000 SF
BUDGET: $50/SF
The space included offices, executive suites, a
visualization lab and an auditorium. Hydro envisioned a
design that celebrated light and encouraged openness.
They wanted a superior space that promoted their
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2008
collaborative efforts and focused less on the singular. The
space also needed to convey the professional nature of
the company and their ability to become a powerhouse
in the United States.
INFUSION
SIZE: 9,700 SF
BUDGET: $61/SF
The goals of the project were to relocate the existing
Houston offices and to redefine the local image. Infusion
strategically moved to the same building as one of their
largest clients, and created an inviting space that served
as a backdrop to their direct marketing efforts. The
design involved both offices and open workstations. It
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
also included a relaxed coffee lounge and space for the
programming team to unwind with ping-pong and video
games. Their marketing is centered around a highly
flexible and interactive lab. The design took inspiration
from Infusion’s New York and London offices but with a
Houston spin.
INVENTURE DESIGN
SIZE: 2,250 SF
BUDGET:
WITHHELD
The building at 3118 Richmond Ave. is an original Gerald
Hines structure from the 1960’s that was designed and
built as a single-tenant building. Purchased by Houstonbased Inventure Design Group, the building had been
heavily damaged by Hurricane Ike in 2008. During the
renovation, the owner wanted to maintain the 1960’s
aesthetics.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & FURNITURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2011
and the restrooms and an updated lobby with terrazzo
stairs were restored. Energy-efficient LED lighting and highspeed fiber optics were also added.
The most distinguishing features of the project are the
added support columns and orange beams to match
the original orange-glazed brick on the exterior of the
building. The vibrant color of the beams is used as a
The nearly $1 million renovation took the building back wayfinding method for clients coming to visit the space for
to its shell with the replacement of all major systems and the first time. The color of the bricks and beam also tie into
upgrade to current codes. All glass and glazing were Inventure’s logo, allowing it to brand the space on both
replaced and newly tinted, insulated windows were the interior and exterior. Inventure Design won the 2016
added to provide an energy-efficient envelope that let Preservation Houston Good Brick Award for Restoration
in 80% of the natural light but rejected 70% of the heat. of our space and the 2014 HBJ Landmark Award for
New distributed HVAC systems allowed individual control Rehabilitation/Renovation.
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AFTER
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ITT
SIZE: 9,500 SF
BUDGET: $55/SF
Intermodal Tank Transport began their company in a secondhand space over 20 years ago and acquired adjacent
areas as the company grew. When the opportunity to
build-out and brand an office of their own became a
reality, the client requested that Inventure Design create
a layout that allowed for an increased team atmosphere.
SERVICES:
INTERIORS, FURNITURE ASSISTANCE, ART
& GRAPHIC MANAGEMENT
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
An open workspace was utilized to enhance communication
and collaboration. Bright accents in orange, blue and
green were paired with hexagonal backsplash and
carpet tiles to create an inviting and vibrant space. The
client wanted the breakroom and lounge to be important
features to encourage employee interaction.
KEMIRA
SIZE: 26,500 SF
BUDGET: $48/SF
Kemira’s lab space was developed in conjunction with their
new high-end office. The office was made to feel open and
bright by maximizing daylight, and the space showcases
unique film patterns made to provide privacy within exterior
offices, while also adding a pop of color with blue and
yellow accents.
SERVICES: ARCHITECTURE, FULL INTERIORS, GRAPHICS YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
The design of the lab space was tasked with maintaining the
same level of finish as the office. The same shades of blue and
yellow used in the office carried over into the relatively small
space to create an open and light atmosphere. The ceiling
was removed to give height and volume while countering the
effects of incorporating equipment and lab benching systems.
KLX ENERGY SERVICES
SIZE: 19,600 SF
BUDGET: $54/SF
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE, ART & GRAPHICS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2016
Inventure Design created a progressive, open office customized chandelier and anchored into the ceiling. Low
concept that promoted collaboration across departments horizon workstations and glass office fronts are combined
for KLX Energy Services.
to give the employees a 360-degree view of Houston.
The 1,700 SF break room offers a family style dining table,
semi-private seating booths and a large sectional sofa for
watching shuffleboard tournaments. The break room, which
is a central hub to the design of the office, incorporates
an unusual 500-pound pipe that was transformed into a
The oil fields that KLX serves acted as inspiration for
the color palette and finish selections used throughout
the space. The furniture and graphics combined with
the tailored color palette ensured a cohesive design of
the office.
LLOG EXPLORATION HOUSTON
SIZE: 25,000 SF
BUDGET: $50/SF
Inventure Design was asked to tie the existing LLOG
Covington, La. culture into the new LLOG Houston, Tx.
office without completely mimicking the space. The design
concept of giving employees access to community spaces
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE, ARCHITECTURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2012
with natural lighting was a major emphasis in their design
concept. Additionally, the same design cues taken from
the business exploration of stratigraphy were implemented
into the space with reveals and floating planes.
MARUBENI -ITOCHU
SIZE: 27,130 SF
BUDGET:
WITHHELD
Inventure Design provided a modern design for the
Houston office relocation of Marubeni-Itochu. With
an emphasis on updating the client’s local image, the
workplace was transformed into a brighter open office
floorplan. A relaxed break room, a coffee bar and huddle
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & GRAPHICS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2016
areas created a space that reflected the client’s request
for the office to enhance collaboration and improve the
employee experience. The design was influenced by the
company’s Japanese heritage and resulted in a clean,
calming space.
MARINE WELL CONTAINMENT COMPANY
SIZE: 26,000 SF
BUDGET: $120/SF
This deepwater emergency response company needed a
space to serve as a headquarters and main operations
center. It required the ability to test, train and respond to
events. The design needed to mirror the readiness aspect
of the company, including integration of full audio and
video conference capabilities within all conference rooms
and the operations center.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE, LEED, ART &
GRAPHIC MANAGEMENT
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
can handle up to 80 operators for an emergency drill,
or the room can be divided into smaller groups for
daily conference meetings. In addition to the focus on
practicality, preparedness and mobility within the design,
the aesthetics plays off of MWCC being an underwater
based business. The aqua theme is prevalent throughout
the reception area, which features a 10’ high by 16’ wide
bubble wall. The privacy film on the office exteriors features
The operations center was also planned with the ability images of offshore drilling rigs while subtle punches of blue
to adapt to different needs and uses of the space. It from their logo are incorporated throughout the space.
ODFJELL
SIZE: 16,000 SF
BUDGET: $42/SF
Odfjell is a leading company in the global market for
transportation and storage of bulk liquid chemicals, acids,
edible oils and other specialty products. Inventure Design
was hired to create an open work space with access to
natural light and views in their Houston office relocation
project. In order to create this effect, glass office partitions
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS
YEAR COMPLETED: 2013
were installed in the space. The design and color palette
selected reflects the deep sea transportation portion of
their business practice. Design concepts were presented
to the client in 3D renderings that helped to reduce the
time spent on the selection process. The result was a
beautiful space and a satisfied client.
PATTERSON + SHERIDAN
SIZE: 22,000 SF
BUDGET: $65/SF
This law firm, specializing in contract law, needed to
transition into a more open and light feeling space from
their old offices. Taking cues from offices in California, the
owner requested that all employees work on a single floor,
with transparency being a key factor.
To entice interns to sign-on as full time employees and
increase overall retention, Patterson & Sheridan installed
new furniture with height adjustable desks, created breakout spaces for collaboration and placed the break room
along the exterior windows for city views.
SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS & FURNITURE
YEAR COMPLETED: 2014
The desired openness and visibility design effect was
achieved by installing an all DIRTT solution. DIRTT glass
fronts, clear-story windows and sidelights between offices
attributed to a bright and vibrant work area. DIRTT walls
in the breakout area integrated marker boards and TV’s,
giving the firm flexibility to reconfigure the space as needed.
Reducing the size of each office resulted in a smaller
footprint. The DIRTT wall system allows the firm to adjust the
office sizes in the future, as needed. The overall palette was
kept neutral with pops of color and contrasting dark wood,
giving the space a modern yet professional feel.
TESCO CORPORATION
SIZE: 26,000 SF
BUDGET: $55/SF
This oilfield services company restructured to respond to
the ever-changing oil and gas market. With corporate
innovation at the forefront, the company wanted a “hotdesking” approach for their design concept. Staff,
managers, and even the executive officers do not have
assigned desks or offices. As teams or projects change,
the office is designed to respond. SERVICES:
FULL INTERIORS, FURNITURE COORDINATION
& RELOCATION
YEAR COMPLETED: 2015
Incorporating glass fronts at the offices and conference
rooms throughtout brings in natural daylight deep within
the space.
The design challenge was to brand the space without
over-emphasizing the logo. The use of corporate colors
throughout the interior reinforces the Tesco brand.
Complimentary colors and textures were implemented to
The hot-desking approach keeps the office format fluid. create a contemporary, light and vibrant workspace.
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