COOPER CITY, Fla.– BrightStar Credit Union has announced plans to partner to build a new 70,316-square-foot main office here, as well as a 4,386-square-foot branch in Lauderhill, Fla. DEI is the design/build firm.
After an extensive land search, BrightStar said the new main office will allow it to stay close to its Broward County members while providing their staff “with a world class work area. The first corporate headquarters in Cooper City, this location combines all functions and staff into one building.”
BrightStar said the facility will offer amenities such as a training room, staff engagement/break areas, a workout area and related locker room, cafeteria and outdoor seating that can be used for breaks or events.
“The extensive windows allow a wonderful level of natural light – providing everyone access to the sun somewhere within their day,” BrightStar said. “It is a youthful and energetic design that provides amenities to support a modern office lifestyle.”
Added DEI’s interior designer, Jared Powell, “We are looking to create a visual experience that promotes the brand and a high level of design.”
Meanwhile, the new Lauderhill, Fla. branch will have a unique Caribbean look based on the city of Lauderhill’s design guidelines. In a high-trafficked area, this brightly colored building will be located not far from the original headquarters, the credit union said.
“We’re excited to expand into Cooper City and Lauderhill with two new state-of-the-art facilities designed by some of the country’s top designers in our field,” said Michael Tomko, president and CEO of BrightStar Credit Union. “DEI brings years of design experience and vision that will help us create high-tech workspaces that spark innovation, collaboration and joy for our employees, members and visitors.”