Built in 1919, NRC Health at 1245 Q Street has undergone a restoration of its façade and an overhaul of its 120,000 square foot interior. The design team has created a cooperative office layout while remaining cognizant of the need for quiet, independent, and flexible workspaces. New floor openings and monumental stairs stretch between the lower level, first, and second floors to strengthen collaboration, interaction, and socialization while maximizing the distribution of natural light through the building. The lower level and first floor are connected through stadium seating and include informal and formal meeting spaces such as a game room, lounge, café, and conference rooms.

The renovation is designed to support a hybrid workplace culture and pay tribute to the architectural integrity of the building through the inclusion of Art Deco elements in light fixtures, geometric patterns, and natural materials throughout the space.
With 6 months of construction left, we would like to say thank you to the rest of the project team. Hampton Enterprises, Geri True Design, Olsson, SDG Structural, and WJE.

We are honored to be the architects of such an iconic historic project in downtown Lincoln.