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  • Year
  • 2016
  • Project
  • DEN
  • Type
  • Commercial
  • Area
  • 1,178 SF
  • Location
  • Austin, TX
  • Services
  • Design | Construction
  • About

  • The DEN project occupies a compact footprint within the W Hotel in downtown Austin, combining an art gallery and office space into a single, flexible environment. To preserve a sense of openness, a mezzanine was introduced over a portion of the 800-square-foot ground floor, allowing the office functions to move discreetly to the back of house while maintaining a generous double-height gallery at entry.

    The client’s blend of innovation and tradition is reflected in the architecture. A refined glass curtain wall establishes a contemporary presence, while wood flooring and accents introduce warmth and material depth. Etched glass panels filter daylight into the mezzanine, creating a soft, ambient glow suited to focused work. Oversized doors accommodate large-scale artwork and unconventional exhibits, reinforcing the gallery’s adaptability within a dense urban setting.

Corner view of modern glass-fronted retail space with DEN logo, black metal framing, and brick
Modern double-height loft interior with wood floors, mezzanine level, abstract art, and minimalist Modern lobby with glass walls, white conference table, leather chairs, concrete column, wood floors
Modern open-plan interior with wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, conference room, and

Work Performed by Bercy Chen Studio

DEN