The rise of the ‘Goldilocks’ design company

Not long ago, Austin Dunbar moved his design studio, Durham, from a 750-square-foot space to a 16,000-square-foot building—but if there’s one thing he does not want to fill it with, it’s an endless supply of employees. Rather, he and his team of eight in the Cincinnati region occupy one floor; another is for hosting clients from out-of-town and brand-building sessions; another is dedicated to video and photo services; and another is simply a full bar and recreation...