The Washington University HR department’s five areas of focus are: Mind/Body, Financial, Work-Life, Culture, Career. These initiatives were foundational in guiding the team’s creation of a comfortable, inviting, human-centered space acknowledging the the university’s diverse community. Striking graphics and bright accent colors are offset by polished concrete floors, exposed ceilings, light natural wood tones, and relaxed furniture groupings to create a loft-like space that feels congruent to the lively atmosphere of the urban off-campus location. The abstract floor to ceiling graphic mural skillfully weaves the word ‘HUMAN’ into a network of symbols representing the human condition using unique iconography. This piece serves as a focal point in one of the suite’s primary gathering spaces. It sparks conversation as the feature wall in the working café, where employees gather for both casual meetings and lunch breaks.