gensler has completed the etsy global headquarters located in brooklyn, new york. the expansive 200,000 sq feet space offers the employees of the online marketplace with a varied and diverse work environment pronounced in color, greenery and eclectic decoration.

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all images © garrett rowland

 

 

the project by gensler took three years to complete. the celebration of the art of making is a constant theme throughout and resonates with the vibrant interiors. the etsy philosophy of sustainability and craft is portrayed as a narrative journey and focuses on embracing nature, capitalizing on eco-friendly, authentic and locally sourced materials.

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the reimagined headquarters is decorated with handmade and micro-manufactured furniture made by local artists and etsy sellers; all of which sticks to their philosophy. spread across nine floors, the scheme is on track to become one of the largest living building challenge petal-certified projects in the world. gensler reused and re-appropriated objects and materials wherever possible.

 

 

each level has been imagined as a balanced ecosystem and almost all levels feature a kitchen where workers are encouraged to recycle. in addition to the diverse spaces available for individual work, group presentations and meetings, the top level has been left as a roof terrace and is installed with solar panels. 

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a rainwater storage system collects rainwater from our roof, stores it in a 3,400 gallon tank

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LED lighting is installed throughout the space, using up to 30% less energy than fluorescent bulbs

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local makers fabricated 50 percent of the furnishings for the 200,000 square foot space

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the 4 key design concepts: celebrating the art of making; telling the etsy story; nature; and capitalizing on sustainable,
authentic and locally sourced materials

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 handmade and micro-manufactured furniture made by local artists and etsy sellers seen throughout

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each floor contains its own kitchen

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employees are encouraged to recycle and compost their trash

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walls are decorated with colorful murals and pieces

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the nine-storey office is based in brooklyn

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spaces for individual work and team gathering is provided

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the rooftop terrace serves as a communal gathering space

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