The Oasis campus is a transformative retrofit of an existing 55,000 square foot, 12-story office building with a retail street front, located in the heart of Santurce, a vibrant borough of San Juan, Puerto Rico. The campus is designed to reflect the needs of a post-COVID workplace, with a focus on collaboration and the changing dynamics of remote and hybrid work.

Anticipating clients projected workforce growth, the campus transformation is a response to the evolving needs of the organization. By harmonizing the architectural design with the changing dynamics of the post-pandemic workforce, the Oasis aims to foster collaboration, enhance employee well-being, and nurture innovation. It redefines the traditional office typology in the tropics, serving as a testament to the clients commitment to creating a remarkable workplace that embodies its culture, values, and aspirations for the future.

The project, aptly named "the Oasis," not only seeks to create a dynamic canvas for the client to grow and evolve, but also responds to the unique requirements of a post-COVID workplace. With a significant portion of the workforce operating remotely or in hybrid arrangements, the campus has been purposefully designed to prioritize collaboration.

The Oasis integrates the beauty of the Puerto Rican climate and nature into its design. The use of local culture and vegetation throughout the space creates an immersive and inspiring work environment. Employees can connect with their surroundings, fostering a deep appreciation of the tropical setting and enhancing their well-being and productivity.

The campus was designed as a modular kit of parts, where major components of the office, including office cluster layouts, meeting rooms, private offices, and breakout spaces, were carefully crafted to be plug-and-play elements. This approach provided an opportunity for the client to work out the briefs spatial and programmatic requirements of different departments internally. The collaborative process, facilitated through the use of MIRO boards, proved to be an exciting and effective way to refine the project with the client.

A key feature of the campus are the collaboration hubs, a series of breakout spaces that cater to various needs, such as concentration, social interaction, collaboration, and virtual team townhalls. These innovative spaces embody the values of the client, offering creative environments that inspire and support the workforce, fostering collaboration and adaptability in the post-pandemic work-life.

The Oasis campus features an array of vibrant social spaces located on the ground level, second level, and the rooftop. A key objective of the headquarters was to create an inviting front for the client, showcasing an open and accessible ground level that offers shared public facilities like a café and a charming backdoor patio. Within the secure perimeter, the headquarters seamlessly connects to the second level hangout spaces. These spaces are linked through a dynamic social stair, which serves as both a gathering place and a townhall amphitheater for engaging discussions. Additionally, all social areas are thoughtfully connected to lush outdoor terraces, providing a refreshing and natural environment for employees to enjoy.