The second floor houses the Centre’s offices, archives, open multimedia studio and amultifunction boardroom. Using design elements such as moveable walls and screens, the Centre’s space can expand or contract to accommodate groups of two to two hundred people. The design approach addressed the unique considerations of Deaf people through design, layout, organization and visual diction. Central to this approach is the use of a sophisticated yet vibrant colour palette that directly addresses the user’s need to relate to the space visually.

Other considerations include ledges placed throughout the Centre so that hands can be free for signing and glass panels between offices to create sightlines for communication. In addition, graphic elements derived directly from sign language, designed by Bruce Mau, are placed creatively throughout the building. These iconic symbols are artistic interpretations of the hand signs for the words Culture, Inspire, Resonate, Preserve, Fresh and Community.