Nicolai Diamant North America
3990 44th St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Nicolai Diamant is a world leader in the production of tools for polishing and finishing stone materials and marble slabs, with facilities in Italy, Russia, and the U.S. They purchased a building on 44th Street in Grand Rapids, and it required a complete interior remodel. The goal was to open the space completely and create a modern, European look.
A key partner in the remodel was Haworth, the office furniture giant, whose president, Franco Bianchi, is also a friend of Nicolai’s CEO, Miller Ganapini. Bianchi gave us personal tours and advice on the Haworth products that would provide a forward-thinking, modern look. Working through Haworth’s dealership, Interphase, the new headquarters uses full glass wall systems for offices and the conference room, and a new introduction of moveable systems furniture that allows rotation of desks to provide options for collaboration or independent work.
The interior design was intended to be minimalistic: white, gray, and black. This is seen in the carpet, case goods, and framing selections. The lounge seating added a touch of the new “turquoise”. A few accent colors can be found along with the artwork.
The overall lighting was created by strip lighting hung 8 feet above the floor in a 10 feet tall space. There are a few decorative feature lights. All light fixture selections were inspired by styles by FLOS and other European designers.
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