Over the course of the next year, Zimmerman and Hellman collaborated to select furnishings and decor for the Court’s public waiting area, conference rooms, administrative offices, judge chamber offices, and clerk staff offices. Additionally, InterOffice assisted the Court with the construction of two new private offices using DIRTT Modular Walls.
A Herman Miller Canvas office landscape was the product of choice for the administrative area. Light brown walnut wood trim and face tiles were chosen for the workspaces to match the prominent decor and existing wood trim of the Judicial Wing of the State Capitol.
“The goal was to have functional workstations with a rich wood look,” Hellman said. “Essentially, to not look like cubicles.”
In the conference rooms, Herman Miller Headway Tables and Exemplis Amplify Seating were selected to create a more professional, yet comfortable environment for collaboration. Hellman chose vibrant blue Ideon Composium Bench Seating to match existing artwork in the front public waiting area and bring a much-needed pop of color to the space.
“My favorite thing about the new space is it is open and welcoming as well as professional-feeling, as opposed to the institutional look from the past,” Zimmerman said.
In addition to aesthetic upgrades, improving ergonomic functionality was another priority for the Court. All workstations were equipped with electronic, ergonomic
“It is open and welcoming as well as professional-feeling, as opposed to the institutional look from the past.”
Herman Miller Motia Table Bases. InterOffice also provided height-adjustable desks from the JSI-Vision Series with Ergo Adjustments for the Court’s private offices.
From start to finish, the renovation of the North Dakota Supreme Court took nearly a full year. It was a long-overdue process, and well worth the time and effort. The end result is a revitalized space that feels warm, yet airy; modern, yet timeless.
“From painting walls to wallpaper, then finishing countertops and bathrooms, this was no small feat. Kyle truly was amazing in the effort of getting this all accomplished,” Zimmerman said. “I am so happy we chose InterOffice for our wants and needs!”
