Conference room at Keating O’Gara law office in Lincoln, Nebraska featuring custom linear pendant chandelier, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and curved ceiling with drapery system

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Sinclair Hille Architects provided the interior architecture and design for the Keating O’Gara Law Office located in the Telegraph District in Lincoln, NE. Design choices were led by the clients’ goals of creating a “wow” factor to impress clients and recruit new lawyers with a bright, airy, elegant, and contemporary space.

The design team was allowed to be creative and step outside the box with fresh and innovative ideas. In the entryway, a waved metal panel behind the reception desk created a bold design statement that has a soft feel with strong durable material. Glass walls were incorporated to bring in natural light and create a light and airy feeling.

The project highlights Sinclair Hille’s expertise in law office interior design and workplace environments in Lincoln, Nebraska, creating spaces that balance client experience, functionality, and long-term flexibility.

Entrance to Keating O’Gara law office in Lincoln, Nebraska with floor-to-ceiling glass wall system and framed artwork visible inside

The wave feel was incorporated into the overall design and carried through to the conference room with drapery and a custom-designed chandelier. Sinclair Hille partnered with a local woodworker, Amos Approved, to craft bespoke conference tables of rift sawn oak and steel. The office corridor mimics the rhythm of the wave with expressed columns marching down the hall.

These elements reinforce a cohesive design language that connects materiality, lighting, and spatial rhythm throughout the office environment.

Furniture and finishes selections took on an airy and elegant look with light, warm and neutral finishes that elevate the design. A materials palette was created with options for each lawyer to customize their own office space in keeping with the overall parameters of the design. The lawyers could pick different carpet inlays, accent seating, and desk configurations to make each office unique but cohesive with the look and feel of the entire office.

This approach supports both individual work styles and a unified workplace identity, enhancing recruitment, retention, and day-to-day functionality.

Training room at Keating O’Gara law office in Lincoln, Nebraska with flexible seating layout, presentation screen, and podium

Office corridor at Keating O’Gara law office in Lincoln, Nebraska with glass partitions, black metal framing, and wood flooring

A design challenge was presented with a structural column centered in front of the conference room window. Relocating the column would have been cost prohibitive. Instead, the column was incorporated into the design by building an angled wall to make the design of the column feel intentional. A semi-circular ceiling was incorporated to soften the angles of the room.

A large training room, designed to be adaptable for remote learning, was incorporated to host trainings for police officers and attorneys. The project was well received by the client and achieved their goals of becoming a show piece for the Keating O’Gara Law firm.

The result is a modern legal workplace that reflects the firm’s brand while supporting evolving professional and client needs.