Inside Starbucks’ Secretive New Luxury Office: Why Closing to the CEO’s Coastal Home Could Change Everything for the Coffee Giant
Imagine building a swanky, 4,624-square-foot office just a quick five-minute jaunt from your own home—sounds like the dream, right? Well, that’s exactly what Starbucks did for its CEO Brian Niccol in Newport Beach, California. Completed just this July and designed by the powerhouse firm Gensler (they’re the folks behind the Chase Center and Shanghai Tower), this isn’t your average office space. With luxe touches like white oak flooring and custom countertops, it’s clear Starbucks isn’t messing around when it comes to comfort… or convenience. So, here’s the kicker: with Niccol’s commute previously involving 995 miles on the company’s private jet, is this plush new office an answer to efficiency or just the ultimate executive perk? As Starbucks pushes its “Back to Office” policy and revamps its brand to tackle slipping sales, one has to wonder—will this move brew up the kind of energy the company desperately needs? Let’s dive into the details. LEARN MORE
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