GEYER VALMONT is launching an innovation hub designed to improve existing interior design capability through enhanced ways of working and industry-leading technology products.

Since Geyer and Valmont came together in 2020 and then unified last year, the GEYER VALMONT team has been delivering bespoke fit-out solutions in flagship workplaces across the globe. In line with this shift, GEYER VALMONT has developed a roadmap of ambitious steps for its Singapore studio – with the goal of reimagining the traditional design studio model.

“Over the last two decades, we have seen the challenges facing the design industry evolve and add complexity for our clients,” says CEO, Marcel Zalloua. “That is why we are diving head-first into technology-led innovations that put our clients into the driver’s seat while enhancing the design capabilities and excellence of our team, with our Singapore studio at the heart of the changes.”

Zalloua continues: “Our Singapore studio has built an iron-clad reputation for delivering high-quality design and fit-outs that elevate our clients’ visions for their spaces. We look forward to embarking on a number of exciting projects in the region as we further strengthen the capabilities of our Singapore studio.”

To manage this transformation, GEYER VALMONT has appointed Robert Price to lead the global design practice and the Singapore studio. Price comes with more than 25 years of experience leading internationally recognised design and architectural teams – including award-winning projects for Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Nokia and Huawei.

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As Managing Principal of Design, Price will play a central role in leading GEYER VALMONT’s design initiatives across all studios globally, with a particular focus on technology. “Our new model will deliver enhanced ways of working and a suite of technology tools that allow us to elevate our design craft, unlock new services and deliver impactful spaces for our clients, both commercially and experientially,” he says. “As the innovation hub, the Singapore studio will drive new capabilities and approaches that will be adopted across GEYER VALMONT’s global operations and lead the industry by example.”

Meanwhile, Regional Design Director, Doug Newkirk, will depart the business. Zalloua comments that “Doug has played a key role in GEYER VALMONT’s work across its major projects, and his contributions have had a lasting impact on the team over the past three years. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours,” said Mr Zalloua.

In recent months, GEYER VALMONT Singapore has completed a number of new bespoke workplace interior designs, with a large pipeline of activity underway. Delivered work includes TERRA, a project focused on shared workplace amenity that blends hospitality, business utility and premium service. Then there is Authentic Brand Group, a premium-grade workplace that transcends traditional office boundaries by fusing retail, hospitality and corporate functionality.

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