Workspaces

An existing townhouse on the Upper East Side a block away from Lenox Hill Hospital was converted into a neurology focused healthcare facility. Two stories were added above and a full six-story addition at the rear gave this 5,300sf townhouse an additional 4,000sf of usable space for the medical facilities. A copper clad ex...

MAD was retained to design the PPFA headquarters in the heart of downtown Manhattan. The design uses an open workplace model that concentrates the meeting areas near the center of the plans in order to allow for maximum natural light into the floor plate and situates shared facilities conveniently for all departments. The de...

Strawberry Frog, the new breed advertising agency, came to MAD to design its expanded office space on Madison Square Park. MAD brought the 90-person agency’s brand to life in the expanded space with a new stair connection. The design utilizes the red and green color palette throughout. Using environmentally-friendly material...

The Urban Future Lab incubator for entrepreneurs working in the clean technology and energy sector to help them address the challenges they face when starting their businesses. The workspace is located on the 19th floor at 15 MetroTech in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn. MAD’s design promotes communication through flexible se...

Designing the physical space for a web-based company is always a challenge and Dailymotion presented itself no differently than our previous clients. Located in the heart of Silicon Alley , we designed the entire 7th floor at the corner of 5th Avenue and 20th Street. Their 12,600 sf program required a complementary layout of...

This growing online dating brand requested that we generate inspiring interiors for its mid-town NYC offices. Influenced by the mathematical methodology inherent in the process of the OKCupid analytics, we designed a series of areas and branding elements to inspire staff and visitors alike. A custom neon lighting logo acts a...

Ziff Davis is the leader in Technology, Gaming, and Men’s Lifestyle. The MAD team derived the concept focused on the world of technology and gaming. The goal was to create a memorable experience for new visitors and employees every day. This concept was brought to life through the design of custom art installation and furnit...

MAD designed offices for Etsy, the handmade online marketplace. The design transformed a raw space in Dumbo, Brooklyn into an Etsy world. MAD generated a series of open workspace areas and acoustically controlled environments which provided access to natural light. The core common spaces are contained within two continuous c...

We helped define the identity of ARMS, a unique risk management service organization, as a separate division from its related affiliates and non-profit clients. Located at a Lexington Avenue building, near East 32nd Street and with a beacon of views, the space projects transparency and neutrality with its finishes palette. T...

Custom designed steel displays contrast the soft RF products and bring forth their elegance. This women’s apparel brand asked MAD to design their boutique at Lexington Ave. and E. 70th Street in Manhattan’s Upper East Side. The landmark building required sensitive handling of exterior features, while the interior demanded an...

Located at 41 Madison Avenue, on the 41st Floor, this law firm was provided with innovative and simple solutions to the Partner’s programmatic requirements. Reception and conference areas are open to the New York skyline through a layered series of glass pannels while a custom design desk greets guests with elegance and prof...

NY Sports & Joints is a medical office in the heart of Tribeca. The large storefront waiting area faces Duane Street, creating a dynamic, welcoming space that draws upon the aesthetic of the surrounding neighborhood, while providing for the clinical needs of this busy operation. The back space includes six exam rooms, a full...

MAD designed a new retail space on East Hampton’s Main Street for Roberta Freymann. The fully renovated 1,400 sf space has a contemporary ceiling surface and framed product display areas. Textures and colors abound in this tropical influenced store.

New York office for Idealist.org, one of the most popular non-profit resources on the web today. Idealist connects individuals with opportunities, jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities posted by non-profit organizations around the world daily. The open space uses a blend of raw material, pops of color and detailed cr...

The design of this Italian restaurant was informed by two levels the owner had leased inside a landmark building. Project planning was led by MAD, and the gut renovation resulted in a foyer, bar, and dining area. The dining room and patio spaces are well supported by the lower level’s commercial kitchen, food prep areas, r...