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This ABM headquarters tour looks at how a growing team adapted its office and made a shared room more welcoming and practical. As the workspace expanded, the room needed to support collaboration while giving people enough space to focus. Its makeover kept useful features, such as the old wood floors and a large window, while adding details that give the office more character.
ABM headquarters tour: refreshing a shared room
The room connects to several other spaces, so it functions almost like a hallway as well as a work area. That layout can make circulation important: furniture should leave clear paths between the adjoining rooms. The original wallpaper and border did not suit the desired look, so the team updated the space to feel more personal.
A dedicated coffee station gives staff a convenient place to make a drink without turning every desk into a refreshment area. The office has two people who do not drink coffee, so a shared station can also be useful for keeping different preferences in mind. When setting up a similar spot, keep cups and everyday supplies together and leave enough counter space for people to use it comfortably.
The DIY desk was initially built to seat six people, and it served that purpose for a long time. As the team grew, however, computers, notebooks, cups, and office supplies made the shared surface feel crowded. A busy desk can also be distracting for people who work better with fewer visual interruptions. The layout was therefore adjusted to help the team stay connected without making every work area feel too crowded.
Laura, Josh, Philip, and Trey share this room. The coffee station also brings colleagues together, while the separate work areas make it easier to manage daily tasks. For any shared office, it helps to consider both how many people use a room and what they need to keep at their desks.
Several details give the room a distinct feel: a teal-green ceiling, a wall hanging made by Laura, and a small whiteboard for favorite reader comments. These personal touches add character without taking away from the room’s shared purpose. A compact board can also be a practical way to display notes or messages where the team can see them.
Practical ideas from the office makeover
- Keep pathways clear when a room connects to other parts of the office.
- Give shared supplies, including coffee items, a designated place.
- Review desk space as the team grows; a setup that once worked for six may become crowded over time.
- Use a few personal details to make a functional workspace feel more inviting.
Project and item credits: the desk and donut artwork were DIY; the chairs, oversized calendar, plant stand, teal cart, metal envelope, and light fixture were sourced from retailers. The ceiling color reference was Emerald. Together, these choices show how the ABM headquarters tour balances shared work, comfortable circulation, and individual character.
