Project:
Chaney Reception Desk



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Annapolis, Maryland
Precast Concrete
2025 ASCC Decorative Concrete Council - First Place: Furniture
This architectural precast concrete reception desk represents artistic craftsmanship and precision engineering for Chaney Enterprises' corporate headquarters. The 3,000-pound desk serves as a strong, sleek, and sophisticated welcome centerpiece, the perfect focal point for a company passionate about providing concrete and construction materials to customers.
We engineered a six-piece system that required precise tolerances for seamless assembly. The centerpiece front panel features an integrated toe kick and an angular brake with custom notching for LED backlighting. This complex shape required specialized forming and extreme dimensional accuracy. Field adjustments were not possible given the material weight and architectural constraints.
This project shows concrete's architectural versatility, transforming concrete into corporate art. The integrated lighting features, custom wood cabinetry, and precision-engineered modularity demonstrate advanced precast concrete capabilities. By combining artistry in concrete construction, structural engineering expertise, artistic vision, and collaboration with architects and contractors, we delivered a functional sculpture that demonstrates the highest level of concrete craftsmanship and showcases the limitless possibilities of architectural precast design.