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What is Element 31 and what do they offer their clients
Element 31 is a non-traditional architectural and urban design firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. What sets them apart from other firms is their ability to take the design process beyond the limits of the traditional profession. They integrate process, technology and creativity to produce dynamic solutions in order to offer their clients a unique experience. Element 31 understands that success requires building a strong foundation through client relationships. They also understand the importance of engaging their clients and demonstrating leadership, character and culture that drives their long-term vision for the betterment of the community.
Some of the unique features that Element 31 has to offer
Element 31 recognizes that individual projects are different and requires a personal level of attention. They use a holistic approach to ensure their clients receive the best possible design solution possible. The climate for each project is unique, which allows for every engagement to be approached using a different process. A few of the services Element 31 offers are: space planning and programming, master planning, urban design and public realm planning, landscape architecture, architectural lighting design and more. They also have a ‘design build’ practice that has been able to achieve some of their most innovative work.
1.They have a background in theater, which really helps their ability to design for the public realm and allow furniture designers to be part of the project. They don’t use traditional furniture specifications, they design specifically for the space.
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2.In addition to their work in theater, they have also designed an exhibition space and a new headquarters to showcase advanced product design including light, sound and robotics.
3.They display their designs at the Burchfield Penney Art Center in Buffalo, NY and the University of Maryland art museum.
4.They worked with Cuneo Architects to develop the visitor’s center, retail and housing complex tour in Abingdon Virginia at Old Salem. They designed an interactive tour that takes pedestrians through this landscape including an open air, climate controlled gallery with historical records all displayed via projected images and interactive touch screens.
5.They also design event spaces that can accommodate a plethora of uses.
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Article background information [to use as knowledge, not to be copied verbatim]: http://www.element31design.com/history-experience/we-love-open-spaces/home/
The team behind Element 31 and why they are so passionate about real estate
The team at Element 31 is dedicated to being the collaborative, creative professionals they are known to be. They know that each engagement presents unique opportunities and challenges; they believe in focusing on the total situation, understanding their client’s needs, finding relevant solutions and then implementing those solutions using an integrated approach. The team offers a wide array of experience and skill sets ranging from structural and structural dynamics, urban design and public realm, lighting, interior design and more. They believe in a healthy environment to foster creativity and new ideas. The Element 31 team believe in the potential of their clients and the potential that exists within every individual.
Title:ELITE Professional Services recently met with members of Element 31 to learn more about how they approach their client service and more importantly, how they do it so well. Im looking forward to sharing their talent and experience with you all. Please join me in welcoming our guests to this blog series…
Title:The guests of today’s blog series are Jon and Jeff [the team] from Element 31. As you will read below, they are passionate about their real estate clients and themselves as real estate professionals. The team at Element 31 is dedicated to being the collaborative, creative professionals they are known to be. They know that each engagement presents unique opportunities and challenges; they believe in focusing on the total situation, understanding their client’s needs, finding relevant solutions and then implementing those solutions using an integrated approach.
Title:”Jon [the team’s founder] is smart, driven and highly motivated to help people achieve their goals in the housing market. Jeff [the team’s owner] is a driven entrepreneur with a passion for helping clients find the perfect space.
Recent projects that Element 31 has completed and how they have helped their clients achieve their goals
Element 31 has had the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, from large corporations to local non-profit organizations. One example is their work with the Mountain Island Lake Association (MLIA). This project allowed for Element 31 to help create an identity for the association by developing a brand and visual identity, as well as designing a new website. They also helped MLIA with a master plan, which included a comprehensive survey of the entire community to gather information that would help develop the master plan guidelines. Element 31’s goal was to provide the association with new opportunities to engage its members and create significant value for future generations. Element 31 put together a strategy and design guidelines to create a new community vision. They used images and text that conveyed the natural beauty of the region, as well as emphasized the importance of conservation.
This project has helped MLIA achieve its goals of creating a clear brand identity, better understanding their audience, increasing visibility and establishing credibility. It has also allowed them to establish a uniform style guide that they can use as they begin to work on future projects.
Testimonials from past clients who have worked with Element 31 and what they thought of the experience
Element 31 worked with The Massey Company to develop a master plan and open street signage. The project included streetscaping, ‘greening’ the downtown area, and incorporating a historic tree into their next phase of city development. The team at The Massey company was impressed with the ability of the Architect’s to understand and work within their budget. They also appreciated that they were very creative in their design, while still staying true to their budget.
The architect’s at Element 31 incorporated many historic aspects into their design. This was a great benefit to the company because they were able to maintain the look and feel of an old city while incorporating new elements in order to develop a master plan for future growth.
“They were easy to work with, understood all of our budget constraints and still came up with some great concepts that everyone on the team really liked.”-Karen Wells, Executive Assistant to Mr. Massey
“Our main objective was to create an environment where our employees, customers and the people of Charlotte would feel welcome. We wanted it to be a community space that everyone would enjoy.” -Bob Massey, President of The Massey Company
