Russell Investments Headquarters
Russell Investments TI
Designed for Clients, Connected to Place
PROJECT OVERVIEW
A Single Workplace, Two Priorities
Russell Investments' new 70,000-square-foot workplace in Seattle's Rainier Square Tower represents a significant milestone for a firm with longstanding ties to the Pacific Northwest. Following its move from its historic headquarters, the company prioritized a more efficient footprint — one designed to support both client engagement and daily performance in equal measure. Regional context informed key design decisions throughout, from material selection to the building's own angled geometry.
CLIENT EXPERIENCE
Designed Around Client Engagement
Every element of the workplace — from thoughtfully positioned meeting areas to shared social zones — was designed to enhance the client experience by providing comfortable, high-performance settings that support productive discussions and seamless collaboration.
A central connecting stair, framed by full-height glass and highlighted by a custom lighting installation, links multiple levels and establishes a strong sense of openness across the workplace. The visual link supports intuitive movement and interaction between clients and teams as they move through the firm's home.
MATERIALITY & PLACE
Rooted in the Pacific Northwest
Brass accents throughout the interiors create warmth and visual continuity, while custom slat wall installations depicting local mountain ranges connect the space to the surrounding landscape and reinforce the firm's brand identity — a workplace that feels distinctly of its place.
RESULT
A Headquarters as Considered as the Firm It Represents
The completed workplace honors Russell Investments' legacy while balancing client engagement, daily performance, and a distinct connection to place — an environment rooted in its context and designed for high performance.
