21 Laps Entertainment
Rich residential-inspired space for a Los Angeles production company
Understanding what drives the need for change
When 21 Laps Entertainment, the production powerhouse behind Netflix's Stranger Things, relocated to their new Sunset Boulevard headquarters, they faced a unique design challenge. Founded by acclaimed filmmaker Shawn Levy, the company needed their 5,800-square-foot space to reflect their creative prowess while honoring their history. The team had accumulated meaningful film memorabilia and distinctive furniture pieces from their previous location that held sentimental and professional value.
The company's vision extended beyond simple functionality. They wanted a space that would make an immediate impression on visiting talent, executives, and collaborators while maintaining the comfort and warmth essential for creative work. The challenge was to create a bold, modern environment that could seamlessly integrate existing memorabilia with new furnishings across multiple zones including the entry lobby, kitchen, conference areas, open workspace, and private offices.
How we brought the vision to life
Tangram partnered with Annette Tatum Designs to develop a cohesive furniture strategy that would honor 21 Laps' existing pieces while creating powerful focal points throughout the space. The design team understood that first impressions matter in the entertainment industry, so they anchored the entry lobby with a striking West Elm Belle Sectional upholstered in Royal Blue Designtex Cloud Velvet, complemented by Tom Dixon's sculptural Melt Pendant lights in gold.
The kitchen became another statement area with West Elm Novak Leather Banquettes and dramatic Staggered Chandeliers in Metallic Ombre. For the working areas, the team selected West Elm Greenpoint desking systems paired with Steelcase Series 2 chairs to support daily operations. Recognizing the importance of wellness in creative environments, they incorporated Hightower Tess Planters throughout the open workspace to provide both biophilic elements and natural privacy barriers. The material palette of rich blues, supple leathers, and light wood accents was carefully chosen to complement the existing film posters and memorabilia, creating a high-end aesthetic that maintained residential warmth.
18 solutions from 8 manufacturers
Tess
Bring any space to life with the addition of greenery and the Tess Planters. These flat-packed planters create architectural interest and can be nested together in endless configurations to create room divides or standalone centerpieces.
Sterling Chair
Bring a mid-century aesthetic to the modern office with West Elm Work Sterling – a thoughtful seating line inspired by 1950’s design.
Belle Sectional
West Elm Work Belle is an expressive modular sectional featuring an overstuffed form and tufted channels inspired by 1970’s European design. Inspired by deco-era design and expertly tailored, its seat and wide channeled back stands up to commercial wear and tear. Better yet: it’s totally modular, able to adapt to the layout of your space. Designed by West Elm. Made by Steelcase.
Joel Lounge Chair
A new take on the classic club chair — refined and modern. A graceful volume in a comfortable, embracing form. Swiveling effortlessly, Joel automatically returns to center when guests depart. Join the club.
Melt Pendant
Melt is a beautifully distorted pendant light in a modern finish. Emitting an attractive, mildly hallucinogenic light, this Tom Dixon ceiling light creates a mesmerizing melting hot-blown glass effect when on and a mirror-finish effect when off. Made in Germany using a high tech manufacturing technique to achieve the perfect melted orb.
Greenpoint Private Office
Hardworking materials lend Greenpoint a workshop-crafted feel. Clean lines and fresh finishes reinvent the private office for a vibe that’s sleek, not stuffy.
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