SETTLE MUTER ELECTRIC

Columbus, Ohio

CHALLENGE

Settle Muter Electric needed to convert an existing pre-manufactured metal warehouse into a modern headquarters to accommodate strategic growth while providing a professional workspace for engineering collaboration and client engagement.

SOLUTION

WSA developed a comprehensive master plan that transforms an existing warehouse into a forward-thinking headquarters designed to support the company's expansion. The renovation strategically maximizes the building's potential, introducing a second floor and creating a flexible layout that allows for 26% growth in administrative staffing over five years.

The design maximizes the existing building's footprint, introducing a second floor and strategically cutting new openings to flood the interior with natural light. Large windows and glass-paneled doors create transparency throughout the space, allowing views between private offices and collaborative areas.

The design balances functional requirements with brand identity. Hallways are widened to accommodate counter-height tables for plan reviews and discussions, while inlaid LED lighting strips reference the company's electrical expertise. A dramatic two-story atrium with a custom lighting fixture shaped like the company's electricity bolt logo creates a bold first impression. Private offices for administrative employees are complemented by flexible collaborative spaces, including an amenity-driven break room and technology-equipped training area that supports everything from daily work to all-hands meetings.

IMPACT

The new headquarters provides Settle Muter Electric with a scalable workspace that supports current operations and future growth. The renovated headquarters has become a powerful tool for talent recruitment and client engagement, providing Settle Muter Electric with a professional showcase that instills pride in its team and attracts potential clients. The design supports enhanced collaboration, with staff noting increased inter-departmental communication and a stronger sense of company identity.