Located in a historic office building in Downtown, Washington, D.C., Nava PBC’s new 17,000-SF headquarters embodies the spirit of public service and puts its mission proudly on display. Branded details showcase Nava’s unique, inclusive culture while thoughtful programming prioritizes flexibility, accessibility, and comfort to promote diversity and connection within all facets of the organization.
Completion Date: August 2021
Location: Washington, D.C.
Size: 16,744-SF
Average Population: 100
Nava’s new space considers all users, from employees and clients to vendors and building management. Throughout the office, several neighborhoods composed of private and shared workspaces take an inclusive approach to the workspace that considers sensitives to light, sound, and visual distractions by providing additional levels of controls at the neighborhood level and equitable distribution of support spaces that allow occupants to find the area best suited to their needs. Designers determined the ideal desk size and workstation groupings within a neighborhood based on several studies to create an intimate community. Customizable workstations empower employees to choose their work style preference with dimmable lighting, adjustable-height desks, acoustic ceiling clouds, and access to views and sunlight. Pin-up boards at desks allow for personalization in a hoteling environment while shared whiteboards, key to Nava’s ideation process, are each neighborhood.