Akron’s Leader in Commercial and Industrial Architecture

As a leader in commercial and industrial architecture, Hasenstab Architects was honored when the City of Akron and Bounce Innovation Hub reached out to us to provide options and studies for the best location for their new endeavor. Established in 2018, the Bounce Innovation Hub works with hundreds of entrepreneurs and startups to encourage collaboration, inspire success and develop community.

Hasenstab Architects was selected to design the 27,000 square-foot “generator” space which welcomes tenants, guests, and visitors with a place to work, meet with clients, create or start a business. Located in one of the former B.F. Goodrich factory buildings, the design concept played into the industrial setting and captured the resilient spirit of Akron’s past and present.

Drawing upon our commercial and industrial architecture expertise was vital to satisfy a range of needs from fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs, providing solitude for introspective thinking and the technical infrastructure to power megawatt ideas.

A total of 79 local artists hand-made the colorful and playful environment. Murals, artwork, furniture, poetry and stained-glass pieces displayed throughout the first floor were orchestrated by Hazel Tree Interiors.

A front desk designed by a local artist draws visitors back into the open and functional co-working spaces encouraging collaboration between its users. New windows allow natural light to pour into the cafe and collaborative spaces.