Frank & Marcotullio Design Associates, Inc.

Financial

Capital One Bank

Brooklyn, New York

Capital One Bank was looking to open a new branch in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A corner location comprised of two buildings at a busy intersection was selected to be gutted and converted for this use. Given the challenges and constraints of the structural wall between the buildings, combining thespaces had to be done so as to make the bank feel like one building.

The branch manager was to be given private quarters that still allowed for full views of the customer service platform and teller areas. The employee lounge was to be designed as an escape for workers to enjoy their breaks away from the rush of the busy day.

The space was tight, so we strived to give the illusion of openness even with the wall division between the areas. With silver wallcovering on the center wall, this became the focal point for the bank's marketing posters. The perimeter of the branch is surrounded by white, silk-like wallcovering to make the space feel more expansive.

To pay homage to the Italian culture of the neighborhood, local artwork showcasing the SanGennaro festival was used on the customer side of the teller counter. To complement the red branding of Capital One, dark Madagascar wood was used for tables and desks, outlined with white resin surrounds on the storage cases. Asymmetric and unusual furniture shapes with textured walls and fabrics, and random red striping in the eye-catching carpet tiles enhanced this branch. Custom pendant lights added sparkle and uniqueness to the space, and created an overall welcoming and pleasant environment.