Hammocks and spaceships: Peek inside 5 of LA’s coolest tech offices

Los Angeles is home to some of the coolest offices in tech. With stunning backdrops like the Pacific Ocean or the Santa Monica Mountains, offices in the area boast awesome amenities like catered lunches, beer taps and glorious outdoor workspaces. Here are five of the coolest offices in the LA tech community.

Zoic Studios

Zoic Studios is a technology firm that provides a suite of compositing and production management solutions for a number of media channels. Be it advertising, video games or commercials, the Culver City-based company delivers awesome content for its partners.

Move in Date: May 1, 2004

Square footage: 17,670 ft.

Awesome amenities: Awesome project memorabilia, including The Serenity door from FOX’s “Firefly,” custom designed sit/stand desks, a “crow’s next” where clients and artists can view VR equipment for upcoming projects.

“I love architecture! The unique thing about Zoic is that when you walk through the front door, the architectural space feels creative and inspiring.” — An Dang, Head of MCR

“One of my favorite things about the office is that Zoic has five or so bicycles for company use. We use them to go to nearby lunch stops and food trucks on breaks.” — Andrew Bardusk, 2D Sup

“Epic wooden beams supporting the roof over your head, an endless supply of spaceships, explosions, and bringing super powers to life, then topped with a steady supply of homemade Mexican. Zoic is the tree fort you always wanted.” — Derek Johnson, Producer

Butter Music and Sound

Originally founded in New York City, Butter Music and Sound West has operated out of its Venice location for more than three years now. The creative studio helps producers create awesome music and sound design for original video content.

Move in Date: January 2014

Square footage: 2,100 ft. office, 1,200 ft. terrace

Awesome amenities: A remodeled Venice Beach office, an awesome terrace patio space, optimal for midday breaks and gatherings.

“I love the outdoor patio — it’s a great place to take a break and gain some perspective during a busy day. My dog does the same, she loves to take sun naps out there.” — Annick Mayer, Executive Producer

“I personally love our live room; it’s the only room where I can escape a computer screen.” — Max Schad, LA Creative Director

Some responses were edited for clarity and length. Images via participating companies.

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