HanaHaus introduces a new space typology to downtown Palo Alto, repurposing one of the city’s beloved landmarks as a hybrid café, co-working and public space. While preserving the historic Varsity Theater’s Mission-style architecture, the Gensler team designed a distinctly modern space resonant with the local tech community. Inspired by the Bauhaus movement, HanaHaus’ iconic visual identity celebrates bold thinking and creates a sense of place that feels both one-of-a-kind and responsive to its surroundings. HanaHaus is a commons of purpose, comprising an array of gathering and co-working areas and events where creative individuals and entrepreneurs can meet, socialize, share ideas, connect with experts — and see their startups come to fruition.