RDG Planning & Design

PROJECT OVERVIEw

With established offices in Denver; Des Moines and Iowa City, Iowa; Omaha; and St. Louis, RDG Planning & Design set its sights on expanding into Madison. Their new office, located on the Capitol Square, occupies a grey-box industrial space characterized by exposed concrete, high ceilings, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows.

The design team aimed to create a highly functional and collaborative environment while incorporating private meeting spaces for focused work. Embracing the raw, industrial character of the space, RDG allowed key architectural elements—like the prominent concrete pillar and generous natural light—to take center stage.

A distinctive lighting design anchors the space, inspired by the natural form of a tree. The central pillar serves as the “trunk,” while circular lighting elements extends outward like tree rings. This feature is not only a visual centerpiece but also a symbol of growth—designed to expand along with the office itself.