Chubb Center

Project Overview

Chubb set out to create a new headquarters that would reflect both its proud history and its vision for the future. The scale was significant—an 18-story high-rise that needed to balance workplace efficiency with a wide range of amenities, including a market café, conference and training facilities, a fitness center, and a welcoming lobby. The challenge was to unify all these functions within a design concept that would feel timeless, rooted in tradition, yet innovative enough to carry Chubb into its next chapter.

Design Concept

As Design Leader, I guided the team in crafting a design concept inspired by Chubb’s rich history, dating back to its maritime roots of the late 1700s. The interiors embraced a “ground to sky” design philosophy: lower levels anchored by rich wood tones and earth-inspired palettes, gradually transitioning to lighter, sky-influenced hues on upper floors. This progression symbolized both stability and aspiration—grounded in tradition while reaching toward innovation.

The Impact

Chubb’s new headquarters honors its legacy while embracing the future. The design conveys strength, stability, and innovation at every scale, creating an environment that celebrates tradition while supporting well-being, collaboration, and modern ways of working.