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Bannister Federal Complex Finance Office & Atrium

Information

Location Kansas City, Missouri
Size 21,200 SF
Completion 2004
Services Working
Project Type Workplace, Federal
Certification LEED Pilot

The renovation to the Bannister Federal Complex was centered on improving the working environment within a converted warehouse, enhancing the space by using light and color as sources of inspiration. A light well and sculptural element guides daylight into the atrium, where it is diffused, reflected, and redirected through screens, light shelves, and colored glass. The design transitions over time, changing throughout the day and seasons. In the adjacent offices, a sculptural cabinet was built along the entire entry facade between the office space and atrium. The cabinet acts in many capacities: a library, screen, seating area and identity for the office

People

Team

Steve McDowell
Valerie Frye
Curtis Simmons
Mia Lechlitner
Adam Cohen
Bruce Snyder
Rebecca Shirley
Gary Jarvis
Ben Allers

Client

GSA - General Services Administration

BNIM did award-winning work in the building where I was housed. BNIM executed the design of the offices and atrium of the Federal Supply Service’s (now Federal Acquisition Service) Global Supply unit. Housed in a WWII engine manufacturing plant, BNIM introduced a design that introduced modern design and materials into a rather dismal and dark manufacturing facility. We used the space as a showcase and example of innovative design. I used the space for welcoming customers, industry partners and other VIP’s. GSA was as proud of the work as BNIM.

Brad Scott, Former GSA Region 6 Administrator

This project recognizes the impact creative use of color, light and space have on our daily lives. Here, a dark, undistinguished passageway became a beautiful and inspiring environment.

2006 GSA Design Awards Jury

This project has received compliments from many people within GSA and other tenant agencies. We are truly appreciative of this fine product and all the creative work that went into getting it done.

John Nelson, Project Manager, General Services Administration