With a progressive commercial design approach that prioritizes the customer, security, and versatility, the recent Omaha Dundee Bank renovation sets a new bar for innovative commercial interiors in financial institutions. The Nebraska community pillar stands out by transforming its local traditional bank spaces into accessible, open, versatile, light-filled, and customer-friendly environments. The integration of Generation 4 folding door systems in this Omaha location masterfully created a layout where sound control and spatial transparency combine to create an elevated banking experience. Read on to see how this commercial interior space was completely renovated into a versatile modern bank design using commercial opening glass walls.
Innovative Bank Design Using Generation 4 Folding Door Systems
Commercial spaces like banks must continue to evolve to meet the needs of their customers. Dundee Bank goes above and beyond this community call; currently operating in four Omaha, Nebraska locations, they focus on local investments and nurturing community growth through a variety of impactful programs. The recent design-forward, interior space renovation thoughtfully incorporated two NW Acoustical 645 systems customized for a unit STC rating of 38 to achieve a private and customer-centric design. “We're a small bank with big offerings.” Dundee Manager shared.
Superior Sound Control for Customer Privacy
The versatile space design stands out for its configurable and transparent yet private spaces. The architect incorporated an acoustical folding glass system due to their slim frame and exceptional sound control capabilities, achieving an impressive unit STC rating of up to 45. Engineered for interior performance, these Generation 4 door systems combine sleek aluminum frames, acoustic control, and specialized gasketing to create uninterrupted visibility, with insulation from unwanted commercial noise. The result is optimal acoustical performance for environments where configurability, privacy, and quiet are paramount.
Enhancing Transparency & Natural Light for Commercial Interiors
The layout of the new renovation ensured natural daylight could flood the interior spaces, to create a bright and inviting atmosphere. The opening glass systems used have ultra-thin aluminum frames that help maximize natural daylight, transparency, ventilation, and biophilia in commercial interiors. This helps to create a brighter and more pleasant environment for customers and facilitates a constant influx of daylight, flexible privacy, and acoustic control as needs evolve. As sustainability is another core value for Dundee, the NanaWall products are also aligned as they contribute to multiple LEED rating systems, offering energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact.
Seamless Space Transitions for Customer Forward Designs
The ability to have seamless transitions in commercial interiors is essential for daily bank operations. As shown, NanaWall floor supported systems ensure interior spaces remain open, safe, and versatile. Their slim frames, effortless operation, and user-friendly design help staff to easily open and close the systems for various space needs throughout the day. The fully recessed sill design creates entirely fluid transitions when open. When installed with finished flooring, the perfectly flush sill virtually disappears. These systems offer two ADA-compliant sill options with both inswing or outswing configurations. This renovation incorporated the ultimate space solution for meeting modern building code requirements and creating accessibility for all.
Best of Both: Open Layout & Quickly Configurable Spaces
The goal of creating an open, transparent, and acoustically controlled space was achieved masterfully. A renovation realized with the help of Generation 4 folding door systems, their ultra-slim panel frames, and floor supported panels perfectly complemented the bank’s new modern aesthetic with more functional benefits like acoustic control and flexibility. They can now host meetings that contain sensitive information with the panels closed, ensuring privacy while allowing the rest of the bank's business to continue uninterrupted. Once the meetings are over, the space can be easily opened to the rest of the floor plan, thanks to the smooth operation of the panels. These innovative glass walls not only provide acoustic control but also allow natural light to infiltrate commercial interiors.
Final Thoughts
The transformation of Dundee Bank’s interior utilizing NanaWall acoustical door systems is a shining inspiration of how thoughtful design can dramatically enhance a space and its functionality. By prioritizing a design with superior sound control, maximized natural light, and improved accessibility, Generation 4 folding door systems create versatile and private yet inviting spaces for staff and customers—an ideal choice for modern banks and commercial interiors. Unfold new design possibilities in exteriors and interiors for commercial spaces and beyond using NanaWall!
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