With their lease ending, Yoga Alliance aimed to transition into a workspace that embraced post-COVID, hybrid working styles, while also incorporating wellness-focused design elements. Moving towards a hybrid work model eliminated the need for assigned workstations, creating demand for a variety of environments to accommodate focus work, collaboration, and community activities. Yoga Alliance opted for entirely new furniture, creating an opportunity to design a cohesive aesthetic that mirrored the organization’s mission and brand.

“We wanted the furniture to convey the fluid and cozy nature of the built space,” said Sarah Ballard, A R K T X, “And be a reflection of the culture of Yoga Alliance.”

Henricksen partnered closely with the architectural team (A R K T X) to ensure the furniture aligned seamlessly with the built environment. The design and furniture selections emphasized flexibility and supported multi-use spaces, such as converting the pantry/lounge area into a yoga studio and rearranging workstations for team collaboration. Variety was also key for the client, with a mix of formal and informal settings that included private offices, huddle rooms, a library, and open work areas.

Henricksen crafted customized solutions to align with Yoga Alliance's vision, blending functionality with flexibility. The pantry and lounge areas feature lightweight, modular furniture like Allsteel Rise tiered lounge seating and island tables on casters. These versatile pieces make it effortless to transition the space for energizing yoga sessions or social gatherings, ensuring it adapts seamlessly to any need. The open workstations featured Beam-style sit/stand desks that could be grouped together for teamwork or separated for privacy. Privacy dividers were incorporated to create individual workstations without losing the sense of openness.

In the quiet library area, high-back lounge chairs provided ideal spaces for focus work, while modular shelving divided the area from more populated parts of the office. For the private offices, Henricksen offered a combination of traditional desk setups and lounge-inspired arrangements with swivel chairs and laptop tables to emulate a work-from-home feel. These thoughtful choices ensured that every part of the office aligned with Yoga Alliance’s vision of flexibility and wellness.

Henricksen’s collaborative approach was a cornerstone of the project’s success. The team hosted joint architectural and furniture design meetings in their experience center, which fostered a cohesive design vision and ensured seamless integration between architecture and furniture. When initial proposals exceeded the budget, Henricksen provided alternative solutions that maintained the desired aesthetic and functionality while holding to the budget. The dedicated Henricksen team managed delivery and installation, working proactively to align with the construction schedule and address potential punch list items before they arose.

“Working with Henricksen was great,” said Ballard. “Because of their hospitality, we were able to hold architectural design meetings at the furniture experience center in tandem with furniture design meetings. I really think this contributed to the overall cohesive aesthetic and success of the project.”

Yoga Alliance’s new headquarters is now a testament to thoughtful design and flexibility, supporting the organization’s diverse needs and culture. The space enables employees to work and collaborate seamlessly while also creating a sanctuary for wellness practices like yoga. The final design successfully balances flexibility and variety while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic that reflects Yoga Alliance’s brand.

The new office supports a hybrid workforce by offering a dynamic mix of settings for individual work, collaboration, and community engagement. Employees benefit from an environment that fosters productivity and well-being, with furniture solutions that adapt to multiple uses.