Six Offices To Love

shaded by natural vegetation. The grounds are also home to various fruit trees,

some from owner Phil Gutierrez’s native Cuba.

Clients entering the building are greeted by a receptionist

and directed to a plush seating area. Hallways down the center and to the right

feature panoramic views of the courtyard. A series of concentric arches welcoms

clients and employees, providing “way finding,” and inviting visitors into the

office.

Virtually clutter-free, the office’s décor includes granite

countertops and light wood furnishings. Some furnishings are made of rare

redwood veneer transferred from the old headquarters in northern California.

White marble tile covers floors in the hallways, and the company’s carpeting is

used in the office areas. All offices are large with an array of elegant

furnishings. No corners cut here.

Gutierrez does the interior design work himself, although

Schmidt brought his ideas to fruition. The office is so comfortable that

Gutierrez jokes about turning it into a bed and breakfast one day. “A business

runs more efficiently when you have a relaxed work space,” Gutierrez says.