Precedents

Boston Consulting Group - Bates Smart

The design translates some of Melbournes distinctive characteristics from materiality, textures and patterns and artwork into designs expressed throughout the variety of different workspaces. Melbournes Hoddle Grid was used as inspiration to define the spatial planning and architectura elements of joinery, glazinf and lighting. Bespoke works by local artists were commissioned to further situate the building into the environmental context. The planning celebrates views of the Melbourne skyline whilst the interior draws upon the urban indsutrial and creative landscape. (Photography by Tom Blachford, 2019)

Formoral - Lialawlab

Inspired by retro-futurism, this skincare store in Hangzhou, China chanels an otherworldly design for the concept store. The idea of the future envisioned in the past is explored through the relationship of the aritificial and nature. Unifying colours distinguised through different textures highlights patches of rainbow coloured light. The sphereical forms defines the functional zones. (Photography by Feng Shao, 2021)

Spacial - Ivy Studio

This coworking spaces separates public areas and private rentable offices by a glass brick wall. Skylights are used to compensate for the lack of natural light. Burgundy, zinc and fresh hues of mint create a standout aesthetic design. The mostly black furniture is contrasted by the soft velvet burgundy upholstery and chrome planters. Televisions are camouflaged in front of black circlular mirros continuing the circle motif. Hidden all black washrooms contrast against the rest of the interior and add an element of surprise and unexpected. The structure of the existing building is highlighted with the use of off white lime plaster over the exposed brick against ligt grey terrazzo flooring on top of which eyecatching colourful textures sit. (Photography by Alex Lesage, 2021)

New Lab - Civilivn

CIVILIVN reimagined New Labs coworking space from the interiors of the 1930s former shipbuilding facility in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. A contemporary space was introduced whilst mainting the industrial character of the manufacturing bulding. Large windows framed by floor to ceiling wall coverings soften the boundaries between interior and exterior. The custom designed reception desk made from aluminium and painted plywood tubes add a unique element to the entrance. The art deco pieces of furniture were made with durable materials including Kvadrat/Raf Simons fabrics. The flexibility of the workstations means they can stand alone as individual workstations or grouped together into team pods. Pieces inspired by artists Donald Judd and Isamu Noguchi are a nod to the city’s artistic creative heritage. (Photogrpahy by Brian W Ferry, 2020)

Urban HQ - Kingston Lafferty Design

This coworking office is situated in the middle of Blefast, Ireland and incorporates numerous wellness initiatives. With the boundaries of work and leisure becoming increasingly blurred, the studio has added many informal relaxed spaces as well as zones for focused work. ALongside private working booths, open offices and meeting rooms, Urban HQ features coworking areas, wellness rooms and event spaces. Collaborative spaces can be closed off with partitions and the ground floor is an adaptable space that cna be utlised as a variety of collaborative and socialising spaces. The relaxed atmospher is supported by the material palette of stone, leather, slatted wood, velvet and brass which give an inviting homely atmosphere. The rooftop area functions as an afterwork or event space. (Photography by Mariell Lind Hansen, 2021)

Transurban Melbourne - Hassell

The connection to the urban environment was a key aspect to the design of the Melbourne offices of this transport company. The reflective ceiling mimics a plaza and the curved glass walls encourages exploration. Greenery supports and grounds the metallic architecture much like the surrounding parks. (Photography by Tom Blachford, 2019)

Lilith Games, Shanghai- M Moser Associates

Designed over 3 buildings, M Moser Architects created a human-centric state of the art facility for Lilith Games. Art installations on each floor focuses on themes of video gaming, theatre, literature, sculpture and architecture in order to generate a creative energy from the customised environment. User-orientated design draws upon user behaviours, work patterns and organisational culture and includes areas for naps, collaboration , healthy pantries, ergonomic furniture , a music room, gym and cat room. (Images by Seth Powers Photography, Vitus Lau , mmoser.com, 2020)

Media & entertainment company, Madrid & Paris - M Moser Associates

Designed to be the regional headquarters of this global media and entertainment company , a brand-led approach ensured a culturally genuine experience for users and visitors. The design was culturally infused with Madrid and Paris to signal the company’s focus on these markets. Interlacing Spanish references of plazas and influences of the historic Haussmann-era residential architecture in the Paris office , aligns with the local culture. A number of pitch rooms, screening rooms and event spaces increased the functionality of the spaces. large work zones increase work capacity with future floorplans provided to accommodate expected growth. Variations in style and settings help to promote innovation (Images from mmoser.com, 2020)

Fosbury & Sons - Going East

This coworking space for Fosbury & Sons was inspired by the brutalist archiecture of the modernist building designed by architect Constantin Brodzk located in Brussels. The sculptural facade made up of prefab convex oval concrete modules are used to designate the individual workstations with clear views to the outside. The original concrete interiors are exposed against a simple material palette consisting of black steel framing, parquetry flooring and timber joinery. The communal spaces make use of the panoramic views of the Sonian Forest. Sculptural artworks, greenery and the art deco steel and concrete circular staircase are key design features. The space is designed to increase the quallity of life of the workers by encapsulating a design ethos of work and play environments with a touch of luxury. (Photography by Jeroen Verrecht, 2018)

Maddocks - Bates Smart

The built space has mainly been removed from the perimeter ensuring the flow of natural light, cityscape views and an open collaborative environment. The double height winter garden and indoor leading to outdoor terrace break out area is a key design feature. (Photography by Peter Clarke, 2016)