Corning
Washington DC

Corning Incorporated is a diversified technology company with a proud history of developing breakthrough technologies that significantly improve people's lives. Headquartered in Corning, New York, their needs required a 6,000square foot Government Affairs office in Washington, DC. The client wanted to incorporate glass as an important design feature because of their history in the manufacturing and production of glass products. OTJ detailed a stacked glass display wall in the reception area to showcase items currently in production by Corning. Lighting was set to accent the product samples, with brief descriptions of each invention. A display cabinet was also designed for a Steuben art glass piece. This design reflects Corning’s rich history and accentuates their achievements in invention. In addition to the glass display areas, glass walls and clerestories were incorporated throughout the office to allow natural light to penetrate the space and create a visually open work environment. Warm toned Anigre and Cherry wood millwork and furniture contrast the cool nature of the glass to complete the space. The hallway from the reception area is open and filled with light colors to help light the space. The conference room combines both light and dark woods, with recessed lights found throughout the ceiling. Corning is also at the forefront of developing breakthrough technologies for LCD flat panel displays. Therefore, the design includes LCD screens in the reception area, which shows Corning’s historic timeline for office visitors. Another LCD flat panel was used at the end of the main hall to display internal Corning information for employees.

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