Celebrating Artistic Innovation: A Mural Installation with a Bay Area Technology Giant
Empire Seven Studios is proud to announce the completion of an exciting and innovative mural installations with a leading technology company in the Bay Area. This project is a significant milestone for us, highlighting our commitment to fostering creativity while supporting local and global talent. We are deeply grateful to our clients who share our passion for innovation and for embracing art as a key part of their company’s identity.
As a small business rooted in the Bay Area, Empire Seven Studios thrives on creating connections across borders. Our team is driven by a global vision, working with artists from all over the world while remaining deeply embedded in our local community. Connecting with people from all walks of life encourages diverse perspectives, which reflect the very essence of our company. This project was a perfect example of how art transcends boundaries and brings people together, enhancing the identity of both the client and the community.
Building a Bridge Between Technology and Art
So, how do we connect artists with a Bay Area technology company that reaches people worldwide? The challenge presented by our client was to design an art-forward concept that seamlessly integrated six floors of a central stairwell across two buildings. The vision was clear: to foster collaboration through space that reflects creativity and human connection.
We partnered with six talented artists to create murals on each floor, ensuring each piece reflected the artist’s unique vision while also aligning with the spatial concept. The goal was to create art that would fluidly connect the floors and spaces, helping to humanize the brand, energize the workplace, and celebrate the diversity of the Bay Area community. The final result is a stunning visual representation of innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
Championing Artists, Building Lifelong Relationships
At Empire Seven Studios, we are proud to have built lasting relationships with artists and clients alike. We believe in supporting the artists who take care of us by ensuring their work is treated with respect and care. This approach is vital in an industry where many often struggle with the basic fundamentals of fair compensation and representation. We go above and beyond to ensure that every artist we work with feels safe, respected, and valued, no matter the scale of the project.
Our goal is to foster a sense of trust and community among artists, clients, and all those involved. We’ve seen firsthand how collaboration leads to more meaningful work and lasting partnerships. When artists come together, they share ideas, experiences, and inspiration, which ultimately strengthens the work we create. Many of the artists involved in this project reflected on how rewarding the experience was, likening it to a creative summer camp—a time to form connections and build lasting memories.
Creating a Collaborative Network
Artists often work in isolation, spending hours in their studios honing their craft, whether it’s painting, sculpture, publishing, or designing. It’s easy for them to feel disconnected from the wider creative community. That’s why projects like these are so important. They provide an opportunity for artists to meet fellow creatives, form friendships, and build a network of professional relationships that can last a lifetime.
When artists work together in a collaborative environment, the result is always stronger and more meaningful. We’re proud to have witnessed the camaraderie and growth among our artists throughout this project. It’s one of the most fulfilling aspects of our work—seeing our artists flourish and knowing that we helped create the opportunity for them to do so.
A Thank You to Our Team and Partners
As a small, independent art gallery and mural production firm, we are deeply committed to making humanistic connections for all of our clients and artists. This project was no exception. We’d like to extend our deepest thanks to the team of designers, contractors, engineers, and, of course, the incredible artists who brought this installation to life. Working together to create something meaningful was an inspiring and fulfilling experience, and we’re grateful for everyone who contributed.
We look forward to many more collaborations like this, where art, innovation, and community intersect in ways that inspire and energize all those involved.
Thank you to our artists for creating these beautiful installations. It was great working with everyone!
Alice Lee
Andrew Schoultz
Carmen Mcnall
Kristin Farr
Madeleine Tonzi
Ricky Watts
Photos by Kevin Nguyen
