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UNISPACE: THIS IS THE AGE OF EXPERIENCE ARUP LEADS THE WAY IN SUSTAINABLE WORKPLACES | BRAND-DRIVEN WORKPLACE SUPPORTS BUSINESS GOALS RE-ENERGIZING SILVER FERN FARMS’ POST-COVID HUB | A DESTINATION FOR COLLABORATIVE EXPERIENCES
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DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE Never a one-size-fits-all solution, the ideal workplace design for any organization is a custom approach that addresses the demands of the 21st-century organization and workforce, and their specific needs.
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ffice Concept is honoured to have the privilege of featuring Unispace’s parade of scintillating new projects based in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific in this edition. And rightly so, given that this is not the first time we’ve been given this
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A common design thread running through these office projects is Unispace’s unswerving commitment to creating workplaces that provide the ultimate employee experience, recognizing that the right type of workplace is a company’s foundation for a highperforming workforce and more effective, happy and creative employees. For starters, Orrick’s new LA office is a space that pulsates with a conversational, backand-forth vibe, and one that uses both digital and physical infrastructure to transform the office into a crucible for co-creation and collaboration. Then, there’s also Arup’s Auckland office, a showcase of gathering places that are not only flexible in shape, but provide a variety of multi-purposed, functional areas where people of all worker- and personalitytypes can engage, share, create and innovate with one another while still making sustainability a priority.
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On another note, with the worst of the pandemic behind us, we’re, slowly but surely, seeing more new collections being unveiled and, we’re optimistic, more will follow in the foreseeable future. So, if you’re looking to furnish the office with stylish and sustainable chairs, Humanscale’s Path may just be the ticket. Or if you’re eyeing some wow factor underfoot, Carpets Inter’s Mesa Alto collection will have you covered. Alternatively, gussy up glum corners with the Se:dot nifty stool featured in the Entree section, or simply spark joy in a collaborative setting with Teknion’s highly-configurable Bonds modular seating. But that’s not all; more cutting-edge products are waiting to be discovered in this issue. So now, enjoy! Kenneth Khu k.k@kenneth-media.com
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A SYMPHONY OF LIGHT AND SHADOW WHERE TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION, THE FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KUWAIT AT BURJ ALSHAYA REDEFINES KUWAIT’S SKYLINE WITH ARTISTRY AND ELEGANCE. WHERE DREAMS TAKE FLIGHT VIRGIN HOTELS SILICON VALLEY REDEFINES HOSPITALITY, SEAMLESSLY MERGING INNOVATION WITH ELEGANCE IN THE HEART OF CALIFORNIA’S VIBRANT TECH HUB. ILLUMINATING ELEGANCE & POISE TRANSCENDING MERE FUNCTIONALITY, THE BALLET COLLECTION BY BRAND VAN EGMOND IS A SYMPHONY OF LIGHT, AGILITY AND POISE, PAYING HOMAGE TO THE EXQUISITE MOVEMENTS OF A BALLERINA. TAKE A TOUR > HOTELRESORTDESIGN.COM
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Sit well on the Radia range of chairs by Steelcase Health. Refined and resilient, its simple design supports healthcare organizations in creating inviting spaces for patients and their families. Radia is not only cleanable and safe but also cost-effective. It features wall-saving legs to protect walls and flooring, a gently-curved back for support, sit-to-stand support options, ganging brackets for flexibility, and minimal seams for easy cleaning. The collection includes single chairs with arms, armless single chairs, high-back chairs, and bariatric chairs.
Yanos Flex is a versatile swivel chair suited for various office settings. Its innovative synchronized mechanism and elastic mesh backrest adapt intuitively to individual body shapes, delivering enduring comfort, support and flexibility. The unique Y-Shaped backrest is height-adjustable and conforms to the user’s body size. The chair’s transparent appearance is complemented by a flexible rocker function, automatically adjusting to the user’s weight for smooth movement. For a cohesive look, consider adding the matching visitor and conference chairs.
Wilkhahn’s Decide task chair family offers a versatile response to workplace needs, combining timeless design, ergonomic comfort, and sustainability. Its subtle organic lines, cosy upholstery, and distinctive aluminium armrests encircling a refined star base make it both visually appealing and adaptable to various settings. With options like three backrest heights and customizable armrests, in leather, oak or plastic with soft padding. Decide merges timeless, eco-conscious design with comfort, blending easily into modern workspaces.
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Discover the intriguing merger of artistry and practicality in the Asari chair designed by Naoto Fukasawa for Herman Miller. The Asari is an ergonomic masterpiece that is a fusion of form and function. With its gentle curves and upholstered frame, it beckons you to experience its hidden benefits. The PostureFit technology ensures natural spine alignment, while the selfadjusting tilt and pressure-relieving seat pad provide optimum comfort. Inspired by nature and customizable with Maharam textiles, this chair effortlessly blends into any workspace.
The Timetable Lift is a ground-breaking conference table, the first of its kind: mobile, battery-operated and height-adjustable, with a magnetic flip-top surface for note-taking. From mobile video conferencing in relaxed lounge settings to ergonomic interactive displays that replace static media towers, the options are boundless. Timetable Lift’s cutting-edge charging technology affords maximum mobility while its smart cable management fosters innovation and creativity, making it the ultimate modular collaboration kit.
Revolutionize your workspace with Bonds by Teknion. Taking its cue from the versatile Jacob’s Ladder toy, Bonds redefines modular seating. Its one-of-a-kind mechanism connects units in a dizzying array of configurations, promoting dynamic and collaborative environments. Softened edges wrapped in fabric resonate comfort and feel-good familiarity, while textile choices, from neutral tones to bold hues and smooth finishes to deep textures, are bound to unleash your creativity.
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Click into bliss mode with the ACX, the tenth office swivel chair born from Vitra’s collaboration with Italian designer, Antonio Citterio. This compact marvel boasts an automatic synchronized mechanism, delivering maximum comfort with minimal fuss simply by adjusting the seat height. Yet, it’s not all about function; ACX flaunts an aesthetic that’s anything but technical. Designed with sustainability in mind, ACX’s construction, materials, production, logistics and maintenance are tailored for a long life-cycle and a minimal carbon footprint.
Se:dot by Sedus will comfortably hold its own in any of an office’s diverse settings. It’s just not a stool; it’s an inviting and nifty addition to your workspace. Choose from a wide range of colours and materials to infuse vibrancy and corporate identity. Se:dot is lightweight, flexible, and easy to transport, offering stability with its anti-slip base. You can easily elevate your workspace with the stool’s organic design, dual-colour options, and flexible sizing. With easily recyclable components, sustainability is at its core.
Bask in comfort, variety and sustainability with the Yonda Lounge range, which complements Wilkhahn’s sustainable Yonda shell-structure chair series. Crafted for lobbies, reception areas and quiet spaces, this lounge chair offers unparalleled comfort. The task chair version boasts a four-star aluminium base, optional ring-type casters, and a writing tablet for added functionality. An ottoman, a swivel-mounted, fully upholstered stool, and side tables in two heights - all with sled bases - complete the ensemble.
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WE BELIEVE SPACES SHOULD SPARK BRILLIANCE IN PEOPLE WHO USE THEM. TOGETHER AS ONE TEAM, WE CREATE EXPERIENCES THAT DEEPEN CONNECTIONS, FOSTER A SENSE OF BELONGING AND PROPEL SUCCESS FOR OUR CLIENTS.
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3. The hui (gathering) space, which has a positive impact on the environment, and employee wellbeing, is the beating heart of Arup’s workplace. It is all about setting the benchmark for sustainable offices with the Living Building Challenge.
4. HUGO BOSS’ office is multi-functional. Somewhere they could host branded events, showcase their collections and even hold fittings.
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decisions around how they can make better use of their space to elevate the employee experience. Unispace’s latest global workplace insights report, Returning for Good, highlights findings from 16,000+ employees and employers across 17 markets globally about how and where people do their best work. Employers across the globe report losing key employees due to mandates, with recruitment also being impacted by enforced returns. However, companies are failing to recognize the drivers of workers’ reluctance to return to the workplace, and likewise, the opportunities and value that the physical workplace provides. Unispace is now in an even stronger position to drive workplace innovation and help organizations navigate through the future of work. With over 700 employees across 48 locations in 26 countries worldwide, Unispace is creating people-centric spaces with purpose – from offices to life science facilities, hospitality, sports venues and retail spaces. With a commitment to creating spaces spark brilliance in the people who use them, Unispace continuously strives towards developing innovative design solutions for a better and more impactful future.
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ARUP LEADS THE WAY IN SUSTAINABLE WORKPLACES REFLECTING THEIR PURPOSE TO SHAPE A BETTER WORLD, ARUP’S NEW WORKPLACE IS DESIGNED TO PUSH BOUNDARIES. IT SETS NEW BENCHMARKS FOR CULTURAL INCLUSIVITY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE.
ARUP 6,674 SQFT | AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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lobal specialist engineering firm, Arup set out with a goal to create one of the most sustainable workplaces in Aotearoa New Zealand. Arup’s portfolio includes some of the most iconic architectural and civil engineering developments in our modern history, including the Sydney Opera House, the Gherkin, London, and the tireless restoration of the La Sagrada Família, Barcelona. Arup’s establishment in Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa (Auckland, New Zealand) is in response to their delivery of a transformational transport infrastructure development for the country. Arup engaged Unispace to create a workspace that attracts, retains, and supports a specialist workforce to aid in delivering these works. As an organisation deeply committed to sustainable development, Arup set out to target the most comprehensive sustainability accreditation in the world, the Living Building Challenge. Key priorities for the space also involved weaving the local Māori cultural narrative into the workplace design and creating an environment that encouraged their people to return to the office. The workplace has been an immense success. Post occupancy data shows average utilization is at 95% - a rate higher than pre-pandemic. To accommodate the increased demand, Arup and Unispace are working together to expand the workplace into the building’s sub-tenancy area.
TOP: Extensive end-of-trip facilities encourage alternative methods of transport to reduce environmental impacts.
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RETURN TO THE OFFICE The workplace is designed with a hybrid workstyle, supporting a 4:1 Flexible Working Policy. Employees can choose to work from traditional desks, informal collaboration spaces, mixed-sized meeting rooms or a specially designed innovation hub. Town halls and events are supported in a central cafeteria zone. The people-centric design has focused on achieving the following organizational priorities:
• Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) • Spiritual connection to space • Emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being • Sustainable performance (materials and biophilia)
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A JOURNEY OF CO-CREATION Unispace worked with Arup’s specialist sustainability engineers and local Māori tangata whenua (ancestral people) to develop the strategy, design, and construction pathways for the project. Pursuing Living Building Challenge certification challenged both Unispace and Arup to go further, setting the benchmark for corporate environments in the future. It was important that the native New Zealand culture – known locally as the Māori worldview - was meaningfully felt, seen, and connected with within the workplace. As such, a significant engagement was undertaken with Māori tangata whenua, Dane Tumahai and Paora Puru of Te Manu Taupua Ltd, to ensure the workplace design connects with New Zealand’s environmental and cultural heritage.
TOP: The kitchen bench is made up of salvaged bricks from the heritage basebuild and recycled and compressed plastic bags, creating beauty through reuse.
BOTTOM: A larger boardroom space for Arup to host internal and external meetings.
PURSUING LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE CERTIFICATION CHALLENGED BOTH UNISPACE AND ARUP TO GO FURTHER, SETTING THE BENCHMARK FOR CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTS IN THE FUTURE. IT WAS IMPORTANT THAT THE NATIVE NEW ZEALAND CULTURE – KNOWN LOCALLY AS THE MAORI WORLDVIEW – WAS MEANINGFULLY FELT, SEEN, AND CONNECTED WITH WITHIN THE WORKPLACE.
THIS PHOTO: The beating heart of the workplace – the hui (gathering) space. It is all about people, creating a sense of belonging.
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LIVING BUILDINGS ARE REGENERATIVE AND POSITIVE, REQUIRING A PROGRESSIVE AND THOUGHTFUL APPROACH TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION TO ACHIEVE NET POSITIVE CARBON, WATER, AND WASTE TARGETS. IT IS AN ACCREDITATION THAT RAISES THE BENCHMARK.
THIS PHOTO: An informal social space for people to come together, supporting creativity, collaboration, and interaction.
The Māori principle of kaitiakitanga (guardianship) connected strongly with the Living Building Challenge. Guiding design and construction, the project targeted minimal impacts to nature, reusing and upcycling materials to reduce waste – ultimately leaving a net positive impact on the environment and occupants’ wellbeing. LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE Living Buildings are regenerative and positive, requiring a progressive and thoughtful approach to design and construction to achieve net positive carbon, water, and waste targets. It is an accreditation that raises the benchmark. The Unispace project team achieved the following outcomes in the design and construction of Arup’s workplace:
• 99% of waste produced was diverted from landfill. • ~90% of materials free of toxic ingredients, fostering a
healthier work environment free of toxins and harmful chemicals. • 50% of materials sourced locally within New Zealand, minimizing transportation impacts and supporting local economies. • 95% of workstations located within 14 meters of natural light. • 100% of timber is FSC-certified. • 100% carbon neutral fit out through carbon offset.
TOP: Designed for flexibility, the central café area also functions as a town hall space, complete with a projector screen.
BOTTOM: The glazing manifestation is designed for Arup by the local tribe, Ngati Whatua Orakei.
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Original bricks from the heritage basebuild were salvaged and repurposed into a feature kitchen bench. The benchtop material alone closed the loop for over 5,000 pieces of plastic waste. The Living Building Challenge goes beyond just reducing harm. It positively impacts the future and in addition to waste and toxicity mitigation, it creates beauty through reuse and restoration. This project has reshaped the way Unispace’s contractors work, all suppliers and trades were educated and upskilled to comply with the stringent processes, creating a new best practice standard in the industry. Compliance with the Living Building Challenge is based on actual, rather than anticipated performance. Projects undergo a 12-month performance period to verify compliance. Once this is complete, Arup’s workplace will be the first interior to receive Living Building Challenge certification in New Zealand. Unispace completed end-to-end design and construction within 10 months, with an 11-week window for construction. This is an incredible achievement for the Unispace project team given the additional complexity and diligence the Living Building Challenge requires.
TOP LEFT: Sunlight streams into the retreat, creating a serene environment to reset and recharge.
TOP RIGHT: This tukutuku panel, made by Ngati Whatua Orakei, represents Tangaroa, god of the sea, acknowledging water as a life-giving element.
BOTTOM: Local iwi performed a Powhiri (welcoming ceremony) for the opening of Arup’s office.
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TOP: The open-plan workspace is positioned on the edge of the floorplate. Natural views and light are accessible to all.
BOTTOM: An innovation zone with a digital whiteboard provides a space for project teams to come together and collaborate.
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WORKSPACES & LABORATORIES OF THE FUTURE AS INNOVATORS AT THE FOREFRONT OF THE MEDTECH WORLD, BOSTON SCIENTIFIC WERE LOOKING FOR A HIGHLY ADVANCED SPACE THAT COULD KEEP UP WITH THEIR EQUALLY INNOVATIVE PEOPLE.
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s part of our global partnership, Boston Scientific worked with Unispace to increase their footprint to factor in projected team growth, and create a new workspace and MedTech training centre for their team in Dusseldorf. In order to find the right space, Unispace first launched a feasibility study looking at several buildings before settling on the perfect location in the new Ratingen business district, just a stone’s throw away from the airport. After launching a global survey in 2020 with Boston Scientific that gathered over 15,000 responses, Unispace utilised these results to understand how their employees globally, and in Dusseldorf, wanted to most effectively and happily work. The outcome was mostly hybrid, informing our designers to produce a future-proofed and accurate desk-sharing ratio, department adjacencies and room count. The survey also helped to update Boston Scientific’s global guidelines to incorporate post-pandemic behaviours. Dusseldorf’s office was the first to incorporate them.
TOP: The Boston Scientific reception area sets the tone for a professional and welcoming environment, showcasing the brand.
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SPACES FOR SCIENCE Split across two floors, the floorplate was sectioned into three parts that acted as a natural partition for each neighbourhood. The lower floor catered for visitors and external physicians receiving training in their MedTech training centre – the Institute of Advanced Science – complete with a highly advanced laboratory with special laser proof blinds, fully medical-grade surfaces and a double airlock entry for maximum safety for the lasers and equipment. Also nearby is a reception space and a breakout lounge to relax, dine and socialise during training breaks.
TOP: Comfortable seating areas create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, promoting collaboration and interaction among employees.
MIDDLE: The lounge space is designed to cultivate creativity, connection, and comfort.
OPEN-PLAN WORKSPACES WERE NESTLED BETWEEN DEDICATED PROJECT AREAS FOR COLLABORATION, FOCUS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING WITH A QUIET LIBRARY SPACE FOR MINDFULNESS OR FOCUS WORK ALONG WITH TOUCHDOWN BOOTHS AND FLEX AREAS FOR COLLABORATION SPACE AND TEAM GATHERINGS.
THIS PHOTO: The open plan layout allows employees to socialise alongside biophilia, bringing green elements into the space.
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THE LOWER FLOOR CATERED FOR VISITORS AND EXTERNAL PHYSICIANS RECEIVING TRAINING IN THEIR MEDTECH TRAINING CENTRE – THE INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED SCIENCE – COMPLETE WITH A HIGHLY ADVANCED LABORATORY WITH SPECIAL LASER PROOF BLINDS, FULLY MEDICAL-GRADE SURFACES AND A DOUBLE AIRLOCK ENTRY FOR MAXIMUM SAFETY FOR THE LASERS AND EQUIPMENT.
THIS PHOTO: Various workplace typologies allow employees to choose the room environment they would like to work in.
SPACES FOR PEOPLE On the upper floor, designed to be a homely workspace for Dusseldorf-based teams, is the Town Square cafeteria: a flexible space for dining, socialising or ad hoc meetings and touchdown work, plus the furniture could be rearranged for events if desired. Open-plan workspaces were nestled between dedicated project areas for collaboration, focus and problem-solving with a quiet library space for mindfulness or focus work along with touchdown booths and flex areas for collaboration space and team gatherings.
TOP: Private office booths offer employees a quiet space for more focused work.
BOTTOM: The bright conference rooms are hubs for strategic thinking and creative brainstorming fueling productivity amongst teams.
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GOING GREEN Everywhere you looked in Boston Scientific’s new workplace was a reference to nature and sustainability. The atmosphere felt truly natural with wall panels and overhead suspended lighting made from natural timber, cork, recycled felt, and naturally preserved moss. The overhead acoustic panels were strategically positioned to guide team members throughout the space, playing with the floorplate rhythm and flow. The acoustic moss panels over collaboration and social spaces were also used as beautiful yet efficient sound absorbers. As a nod to the local environment, German flora textures and patterns that resemble lichen were incorporated into the carpets, textures and finishes, along with abstract leaf motifs embedded into meeting room carpets. Planting can also be found suspended above touchdown work benches, in Town Square benches and overhead lighting for a unique and innovative way to bring green elements into the space.
TOP: The wellness centre encourages a better worklife balance to contribute to employees’ overall well-being.
BOTTOM: Quiet office rooms are sprinkled throughout the workplace to escape for calls and concentration.
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THE ATMOSPHERE FELT TRULY NATURAL WITH WALL PANELS AND OVERHEAD SUSPENDED LIGHTING MADE FROM NATURAL TIMBER, CORK, RECYCLED FELT, AND NATURALLY PRESERVED MOSS. THE OVERHEAD ACOUSTIC PANELS WERE STRATEGICALLY POSITIONED TO GUIDE TEAM MEMBERS THROUGHOUT THE SPACE, PLAYING WITH THE FLOORPLATE RHYTHM AND FLOW.
THIS PHOTO: A network of hanging planters dangles from the high ceilings fostering an atmosphere where creativity blooms, innovation thrives, and employees feel connected.
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CULTURE AND IDENTITY THROUGH DESIGN PREMIUM FASHION BRAND HUGO BOSS’ NEW MELBOURNE HEADQUARTERS IS TRULY REFLECTIVE OF ITS GLOBAL BRAND. COLLABORATION BETWEEN UNISPACE AND HUGO BOSS RESULTED IN A UNIQUE SPACE THAT BLENDS FORM AND FUNCTION.
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lobal design firm Unispace was tasked with bringing HUGO BOSS’ creative vision to life, while meeting their functional objectives. HUGO BOSS needed a multi-functional new office where they could host branded events, showcase collections and hold fittings. Unispace’s clever layout ensures the HUGO BOSS team have everything they need in the space. This includes a training space, an area for visual merchandising, somewhere to host fashion showcases and events, and most importantly, an office where employees are empowered to do their best work. The collaboration between Unispace’s project and client teams ensured the process was seamless for HUGO BOSS, from early concept design through to construction and handover onsite. However, the project wasn’t without its challenges. When the original site for HUGO BOSS’ Melbourne HQ fell through, Unispace successfully pivoted, designing a space in a new building where HUGO BOSS secured a lease, within the creative hub of Cremorne. Working collaboratively with the HUGO BOSS design team, Unispace took advantage of the newly constructed building, using the blank canvas to implement innovative design concepts.
TOP: HUGO BOSS campaign imagery features throughout the space, creating an immersive brand experience.
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Construction kicked off at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic in Melbourne, which was one of the most locked-down cities in the world. This led to unprecedented delays for the project, and a change in workplace strategy, as the headcount required for the space had changed. Overall, early engagement of Unispace’s multidisciplinary team and subcontractors meant that delays were minimized, which reduced risk for HUGO BOSS without compromising on quality. The project presented a unique opportunity to create a fully immersive brand experience. With a host of high-end furniture, fittings and finishes at the client’s fingertips, Unispace collaborated with HUGO BOSS’ design team to curate a collection of their furniture pieces that would suit the new space. Up to 80% of the furniture was repurposed, contributing to a sustainably considered project.
BOTTOM: With a host of high-end furniture, fittings and finishes at their fingertips, Unispace collaborated with HUGO BOSS’ design team to curate a collection of their existing furniture pieces to suit the new space.
WORKING COLLABORATIVELY WITH THE HUGO BOSS DESIGN TEAM, UNISPACE TOOK ADVANTAGE OF THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED BUILDING, USING THE BLANK CANVAS TO IMPLEMENT INNOVATIVE DESIGN CONCEPTS.
THIS PHOTO: The office layout for creativity and innovation prioritizes natural light and greenery, creating a refreshing and inviting ambiance.
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THE PROJECT PRESENTED A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE A FULLY IMMERSIVE BRAND EXPERIENCE. WITH A HOST OF HIGH-END FURNITURE, FITTINGS AND FINISHES AT THE CLIENT’S FINGERTIPS, UNISPACE COLLABORATED WITH HUGO BOSS’ DESIGN TEAM TO CURATE A COLLECTION OF THEIR FURNITURE PIECES THAT WOULD SUIT THE NEW SPACE.
THIS PHOTO: In the kitchen area of the office, a striking pattern design infuses the kitchen with energy and vibrancy.
This space is unmistakably HUGO BOSS, customized to suit their team and support their varied functions. A bold color palette is offset by polished concrete floors, creating a dramatic reception area that can also be used as an event space. Modern furniture, bespoke artwork and sculptures immerse employees and visitors in the brand experience. Cleverly, reflective surfaces are positioned to give the space more depth, making it appear larger.
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TOP: Workstations are integrated throughout the space to maximize both focus and collaboration.
BOTTOM: This thoughtfully designed office layout serves as a catalyst for innovation, empowering individuals to think outside the box and create extraordinary fashion.
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A FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE BUILT FOR GROWTH JUSTWORKS’ NEW HEADQUARTERS OFFERS A DIVERSE RANGE OF SPACES METICULOUSLY DESIGNED TO MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY.
JUSTWORKS 139,000 SQFT | NYC, U.S.A | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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ustworks’ rapid growth required a new workplace to aid in the war for talent and enhance the employee experience. Justworks, one of the fastest growing HR technology companies in the country, was rapidly expanding – more than doubling their workforce in a short timeframe. They were outgrowing their New York headquarters, so they relocated to 55 Water in the Financial District. Their new workplace needed to embrace their culture, support their focus on community, accommodate their rapid growth, and be a destination for their staff. FLEXIBILITY DURING TIMES OF TRANSITION ENSURES A FUTURE-PROOFED WORKPLACE Justworks partnered with Unispace to meet their workplace goals with the Unispace one team approach. During the strategy phase, the Unispace teams held visioning sessions with stakeholders to understand their core values, desire for a team-oriented atmosphere, and requirements for flexibility and growth.
TOP: The office entrance is thoughtfully designed with inspiring aesthetics that promote creativity and collaboration.
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Unispaces’ integrated process enabled teams to navigate challenges throughout each phase. When Covid-19 caused global construction site shutdowns, the Unispace preconstruction and construction teams kept the Justworks site operational. Despite the challenges and uncertainty of Covid, the Unispace hands-on approach and creative communication tactics allowed teams to hold virtual site walkthroughs and keep everyone up to date. Using the Unispace Propeller design model, the design team de-densified work areas to adhere to new Covid-safe distancing protocols.
MIDDLE: Chill out zones for employees are also a place to have fun, be themselves, and bond with their colleagues.
BOTTOM: The kitchen is thoughtfully designed to be warm and inviting, featuring ample space for employees to gather, relax, and interact.
THE KITCHEN IS BATHED IN NATURAL LIGHT, THANKS TO EXPANSIVE WINDOWS THAT OFFER VIEWS OF THE SURROUNDING CITYSCAPE.
THIS PHOTO: The café area goes beyond just a place for meals. The kitchen is designed to facilitate collaboration and idea exchange.
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CAPTURING JUSTWORKS’ VISION ON BUDGET AND AHEAD OF SCHEDULE The Unispace integrated approach and seamless communication allowed the Unispace team to bring Justworks’ vision to life. The new office honors the look and feel of Justworks’ original space while making strategic enhancements, such as highlighting their brand and culture throughout. Using a neighbourhood-themed layout for optimal flexibility, Unispace ensured each discipline had access to the different workspace types needed for maximum productivity. Unispace established customized areas, quiet cars, phone booths, a library for focus work, and horseshoe-shaped collaboration zones. Both the café and reception areas serve as spaces for fostering social gatherings and community building. All of these elements support optimal space flexibility, ensuring that the Justworks workspace can be malleable during times of transition.
TOP: The office features a variety of flexible working areas, including open-plan workstations, hot desks, and comfortable seating arrangements.
BOTTOM: A custom-built interconnecting staircase allows staff to easily flow and connect between floors.
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A special place in the Justworks team’s hearts is the café area, where meticulous attention to detail is evident at every turn. Hand-picked trees were used for the custom woodwork, pendant light fixtures, counter backsplashes, and even the farmhouse table. Justworks’ branding is carried through to the custom blue metal interconnecting staircase, which acts not only as a major focal point, but a vital piece of the design and workflow – allowing team members to easily circulate and connect between floors. Custom-built community zones were created around the stairs for this very purpose, providing teams with visibility and touchpoints for ad hoc collaboration and engagement. The project was completed two weeks ahead of schedule, and since moving in, Justworks has doubled in size – proving that the new space is truly future-proof.
TOP: The office design champions social equity with a mural celebrating diversity all under the empowering message “just be you”.
BOTTOM: The office provides an environment that supports diverse working styles and encourages effective teamwork, productivity and innovation within the organization.
INTERSPERSED WITHIN THEIR THREE-LEVEL OFFICE ARE FIFTY BREAK-OUT AREAS AND FIVE BIG MEETING ROOMS AS WELL AS OPEN SPACE DISCUSSION AREAS FOR CASUAL DISCUSSIONS OR BRAINSTORMING SESSIONS.
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THIS PHOTO: Play areas and space for morning yoga allow employees to think of their new environment as more than a workspace.
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THE ULTIMATE IN MODERN PARISIAN STYLE LUXURY GROUP, KERING WANTED THEIR PARIS HQ TO BE A SHOWCASE SPACE, POSITIONING THEMSELVES AT THE FOREFRONT OF E-COMMERCE AND PROPELLING THE BUSINESS INTO THE FUTURE.
KERING 23,465 SQFT | PARIS, FRANCE | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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uxury group Kering, partnered with Unispace to transform its Paris headquarters. Situated in a historic listed building set over six floors, the collaboration aimed to align the office space with Kering’s modern and sustainable luxury values, represented by iconic brands including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga. Delivered in four months, the end-to-end solution included the initial workplace strategy and design, through to the final construction. The primary objective was to create a showcase space that reflected Kering’s industry-leading position in e-commerce. To achieve this, the headquarters housing the digital and IT teams, focused on providing a modern and progressive environment. By combining flexible spaces and promoting collaboration, the design aimed to enhance employee satisfaction and productivity. For example, the Agora space, designed for versatility, accommodates events ranging from press gatherings and presentations to town hall meetings and yoga classes.
TOP: Secure lockers and storage units provide employees with a safe place to store their belongings and peace of mind.
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Clear communication and collaboration were crucial throughout the project. OpenSpace video technology facilitated progress updates, weekly meetings, and comprehensive reporting. This streamlined approach proved especially valuable during the pandemic when travel restrictions made on-site visits challenging. Despite being a luxury group, Kering wanted to be disruptive with the design of their space, incorporating modern urban materials such as concrete, wood, metal, and raw elements. The space exudes understated yet timeless luxury, with additional elements like swing desks and flea market lamps adding a youthful and start-up ambiance. The transformed headquarters embodies Kering’s overall brand identity while providing a dynamic and inspiring space for colleagues, clients, and visitors. With a focus on sustainability, innovation and collaboration, the workplace reflects Kering’s commitment to modern luxury and sets a new standard in the industry.
TOP: Employees are offered the flexibility to work in a private setting, to take calls or concentrate on individual work.
BOTTOM: There are a variety of areas for employees to work and collaborate in, helping them to stay productive and engaged.
BY COMBINING FLEXIBLE SPACES AND PROMOTING COLLABORATION, THE DESIGN AIMED TO ENHANCE EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION AND PRODUCTIVITY. FOR EXAMPLE, THE AGORA SPACE, DESIGNED FOR VERSATILITY, ACCOMMODATES EVENTS RANGING FROM PRESS GATHERINGS AND PRESENTATIONS TO TOWN HALL MEETINGS AND YOGA CLASSES.
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THIS PHOTO: Various collaboration spaces foster creativity and encourage interaction between team members, supported by the calm and neutral colour palette.
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FEAST YOUR EYES ON CASA KRAFT HEINZ AS ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST RECOGNISED FMCG BRANDS, KRAFT HEINZ PARTNERED WITH UNISPACE TO SEARCH FOR A NEW HOME THAT WOULD EMBODY THEIR STRONG BRAND AESTHETIC AND FUN-LOVING PERSONALITY.
KRAFT HEINZ 15,069 SQFT | MILAN, ITALY | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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THE QUEST FOR A NEW HOME Previously located in a suburban area, far from the vibrant centre of Milan, Kraft Heinz decided to relocate to new premises that would support their continued growth and expansion. The team at Unispace were challenged with finding a new home for Kraft Heinz before creating a space that would provide team members with an unsatiable appetite to return time after time, thanks to a design inspired by powerful and iconic global brands. Having outgrown their previous space, there were certain criteria that Kraft Heinz requested of Unispace in the search for new premises. Firstly, a location in the beating heart of the city centre. Kraft Heinz wanted to make their presence known and spice up the palette of business located in Milan. Access to amenities and a gym were also specific requests that needed to be either in the space or within walking distance.
TOP: The illuminated Kraft Heinz logo welcomes visitors, creating a strong sense of belonging to the brand.
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PHYSICALLY EMBODYING THE KRAFT HEINZ BRAND Two design principles were key to measuring the success of this project from a design perspective. The first was to create a space that truly embodied the brand. This includes its playfulness as well as showcasing Kraft Heinz’s internationally renowned range of products. Colour, energy and fun would sit at the heart of the space that comprises designated workplaces, and collaborative and social spaces in the form of kitchens and hospitality suites, where teams can relax at the end of the day or entertain and cater for guests. The extensive kitchen facilities are particularly impressive and fittingly find themselves at the heart of Kraft Heinz’s new Milan home.
TOP: Brand DNA purposefully woven throughout the entirety of the space with colour, energy and fun at its heart.
BOTTOM: Kraft Heinz’s presentation space is designed to help you convey ideas and messages with maximum impact.
THIS PHOTO: The essence of Kraft Heinz is intentionally integrated throughout and showcsases its internationally renowned range of product.
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FAR FROM SERVING ONLY AN AESTHETIC PURPOSE, THE UNISPACE DESIGN WOULD ALSO PLAY A KEY ROLE IN ENGAGING COLLEAGUES AND TEAMS TO ENTHUSIASTICALLY RETURN TO THE SPACE, ON A REGULAR BASIS . TO THIS END, IT WAS IMPORTANT TO CONCEIVE A SPACE THAT INCLUDED A DIVERSE VARIETY OF SPACE TYPOLOGIES.
THIS PHOTO: The space was designed to cater to people of all generations, with different working patterns, different priorities, and backgrounds.
The alignment of the strategy phase with the design phase proved to be a complex process, given the sheer variety of brands that are housed under the Kraft Heinz name. With such a wealth of expression, a diversity of colour, and multitude of logos to encapsulate within a single space, the only way to identify a way forward was by establishing a strong and collaborative creative relationship with the project team. Therefore, before setting pen to paper, Unispace’s design teams had extensive calls with the US-based marketing team, providing invaluable insight into brand guidelines that are woven through the completed space. Working hand-in-hand with the project team at Kraft Heinz, great importance was placed upon the creation of a space that lives and breathes the brand DNA.
TOP LEFT: Teams can relax and unwind in social spaces at the end of the day or entertain and cater for guests.
TOP RIGHT: Collaborative workspaces with nature-inspired design and interactive desks promote communication, teamwork, and wellbeing, leading to increased productivity and creativity.
BOTTOM: It was a priority to create a workspace that authentically represents the brand of Kraft Heinz.
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Far from serving only an aesthetic purpose, the Unispace design would also play a key role in engaging colleagues and teams to enthusiastically return to the space, on a regular basis . To this end, it was important to conceive a space that included a diverse variety of space typologies. The importance of designing spaces that cater to people of all generations, with different working patterns, different priorities, backgrounds and approaches cannot be underestimated. Therefore, it was important to ensure that the spaces enabled everyone to perform at their very best, providing each individual with the choice to select an environment that was best suited to their tasks at any given time.
TOP: A cozy nook with plush armchairs and a bookshelf filled with books offers a space for relaxation and quiet reflection.
BOTTOM: Communal workspaces are centered in the office where team members gather for brainstorming sessions.
THIS PHOTO: Kraft Heinz’s kitchen area offers a fun and vibrant space to foster team integration and interaction complete with gaming facilities.
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THE ALIGNMENT OF THE STRATEGY PHASE WITH THE DESIGN PHASE PROVED TO BE A COMPLEX PROCESS, GIVEN THE SHEER VARIETY OF BRANDS THAT ARE HOUSED UNDER THE KRAFT HEINZ NAME. WITH SUCH A WEALTH OF EXPRESSION, A DIVERSITY OF COLOUR, AND MULTITUDE OF LOGOS TO ENCAPSULATE WITHIN A SINGLE SPACE, THE ONLY WAY TO IDENTIFY A WAY FORWARD WAS BY ESTABLISHING A STRONG AND COLLABORATIVE CREATIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE PROJECT TEAM.
THIS PHOTO & BOTTOM RIGHT: The kitchen is designed to encourage collaboration and communication, providing a space for colleagues to connect.
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PROJECT OUTCOMES The result of this three year, end-to-end collaboration has been the creation of a workplace that facilitates greater collaboration and cooperation between all team members. The workplace is no longer just an office, but a third space lying somewhere between home and the workplace that caters to people from all walks of life who approach their working day in different ways. It is a space that intuitively, thanks to its design, encourages people to have more impromptu, informal conversations. It is a space where people can relax and complete their daily tasks in one of many environments thanks to the diversity of typologies that populate the post-industrial building. A space where real belonging and togetherness flourish as teams uncover together the fun of the new environment that is the Italian home of all things Kraft Heinz. Fewer meetings, greater creativity and better productivity.
TOP: An efficient and stylish kitchen island with ample counter space, storage and seating options, whilst embodying the brand.
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BRAND-DRIVEN WORKPLACE SUPPORTS BUSINESS GOALS KROLL’S CHICAGO OFFICE IS THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED TO EMBODY THEIR VALUES AND SERVICES, OFFERING AN INTEGRATED AND IMPACTFUL REPRESENTATION OF THE COMPANY’S ETHOS.
KROLL 39,720 SQFT | CHICAGO, U.S.A | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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roll’s vision for their new Chicago workplace was to embody their core values and enhance the seamless experience they offer across their comprehensive suite of services. Seizing the opportunity, they aimed to accentuate their recent acquisition and introduce their revitalized brand within an attractive and welcoming environment. Having successfully collaborated with Kroll to design their workplace in Boston, Unispace’s team was chosen once again to deliver their integrated approach, ensuring a top-tier space that met both Unispace’s and Kroll’s exacting standards. In close collaboration with Kroll’s decision-making team, Unispace conducted an extensive assessment of Kroll’s existing workspace and identified that it fell short of effectively supporting their crucial business goals – particularly in terms of attracting and retaining young talent. Given this challenge, Kroll entrusted Unispace with the exciting task of completely transforming their workplace experience. With a forward-thinking approach, Unispace embarked on a phased journey to create a cutting-edge workspace that would not only cater to Kroll’s current needs but also anticipate future demands. Unispace’s design team seamlessly integrated a diverse array of amenities and multi-use spaces into the office layout, envisioning a dynamic and versatile environment that would inspire collaboration and foster a sense of belonging among employees – especially in the post-pandemic era.
TOP: The creative office light fixtures add a touch of joy and inspiration, making every workday an uplifting experience.
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The heart of the redesign efforts centered on showcasing Kroll’s refreshed brand identity throughout the office space. By strategically incorporating the firm’s updated brand elements into the interior design, Unispace aimed to cultivate a strong sense of identity, pride, and purpose among the workforce. The new workplace experience was meticulously crafted to reflect Kroll’s values, mission, and culture – acting as a tangible representation of the organization’s essence. Recognizing the importance of flexibility and adaptability in the modern work landscape, Unispace collaborated closely with Kroll’s teams to implement a thoughtfully crafted hybrid workplace strategy. This approach empowered employees with the freedom to choose how and where they work, promoting work-life balance and enhancing overall job satisfaction. Furthermore, it allowed Kroll to optimize their space usage and reduce their total footprint, contributing to increased operational efficiency and sustainability.
TOP: Open-concept layouts encourage collaboration and free-flowing ideas, while designated private areas offer focus and concentration for individual tasks.
BOTTOM: Meeting rooms are segregated with an operable wall that opens up to accommodative a larger group.
THE HEART OF THE REDESIGN EFFORTS CENTERED ON SHOWCASING KROLL’S REFRESHED BRAND IDENTITY THROUGHOUT THE OFFICE SPACE. BY STRATEGICALLY INCORPORATING THE FIRM’S UPDATED BRAND ELEMENTS INTO THE INTERIOR DESIGN, UNISPACE AIMED TO CULTIVATE A STRONG SENSE OF IDENTITY, PRIDE, AND PURPOSE AMONG THE WORKFORCE.
THIS PHOTO: To provide privacy, the glass use at meeting rooms are able to switch modes between clear and frosted with the touch of a button.
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INSPIRED BY THE ESSENCE OF THE FULTON MARKET OFFICE BUILDING, THE DESIGN FOR THE SPACE REVOLVES AROUND THREE KEY THEMES: ASPIRATION, REFINED CASUALNESS, AND SUSTAINABILITY. ADOPTING A NEIGHBOURHOOD SCHEME, THE TEAMS SEAMLESSLY BLENDED FUNCTIONALITY WITH FLEXIBILITY, INCORPORATING INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE THE OVERALL USER EXPERIENCE.
THIS PHOTO: This corner collaboration lounge area features unobstructed views to the city and bring in biophilia through a hanging plant structure.
Inspired by the essence of the Fulton Market office building, the design for the space revolves around three key themes: aspiration, refined casualness, and sustainability. Adopting a neighbourhood scheme, the teams seamlessly blended functionality with flexibility, incorporating integrated technology to enhance the overall user experience. Throughout the space, teams strategically implemented elements of the building’s architecture to accentuate the picturesque views and capitalize on the abundant natural light afforded by the airy ceiling heights. In doing so, Unispace strategically positioned essential areas along the perimeter, such as the boardroom, café, and collaborative workstations, ensuring everyone can bask in the rejuvenating glow of natural daylight. Despite Covid-related challenges and scope changes, Unispace and Kroll collaborated seamlessly with stakeholders and the internal project teams, using Unispace’s proprietary software to drive progress. The completed workplace embodies Kroll’s modern and casual branding, offering a multi-dimensional experience.
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MIDDLE: Wall mounted light fixtures bring a stylistic touch to the café space.
BOTTOM: An additional back pantry gives staff an additional touchpoint for meals and can serve as a prep kitchen for events.
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CREATING INCLUSIVITY IN THE WORKPLACE A NEW WORKPLACE FOR ORRICK’S LOS ANGELES OFFICE WHERE EVERYONE CAN SEE THEMSELVES AND OTHERS.
ORRICK 26,000 SQUARE FEET | LA, U.S.A | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION ART FOR IMPACT
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rrick’s goal is to be the most inclusive law firm in the industry, and for their LA office, and they’ve created a space where everyone belongs. The Unispace team was tasked with developing a new space that reflects Orrick’s culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusion. DESIGN THAT CREATES A HEALTHY AND DIVERSE OFFICE CULTURE Orrick wanted their new LA office to be a manifestation of their existing culture, centered around: • Collaboration in a meaningful way for Orrick’s 100+ staff, where offices are organized around suites of collaboration spaces that support true learning and mentoring vs. learning in the partners’ office doorway. • Innovation that meshes knowledge gained via staff feedback, at all levels, who worked virtually for 2+ years to create highly functional and tech-enabled hybrid spaces. • Inclusion through universal design principles that create equitable office sizes for all attorneys; with a lack of hierarchy (i.e., no corner offices), access to natural light in all spaces, and accessibility features ranging from braille signage to gender neutral bathrooms.
TOP: The office entrance includes inviting common areas, such as lounge spaces and informal meeting spots.
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Justice Fellowship that partners with organizations like A New Way of Life (ANWOL) and artists like Robert Vargas to truly walk the talk on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). • Sustainability through achieving LEED GOLD and pursuing WELL certification to support Orrick’s global carbon neutral goals.
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A TRUE PARTNERSHIP APPROACH ACHIEVED ORRICK’S VISION Starting with strategy, Unispace centered the space around how Orrick’s staff would function in a truly hybrid environment, with all the technology and spaces to support a 21st century law practice. Unispace also worked with Orrick to help them grow their Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) goals, which ultimately translated into the Art for Impact program that they launched in their LA space and are now implementing in other locations.
TOP: Additional comfy seating areas enable employees to work in a setting that best supports their productivity and comfort.
BOTTOM: With picturesque views, the kitchen offers a tranquil setting that encourages employee interactions throughout the day, fostering a sense of connection.
THE DESIGN CREATES AN ART-FILLED SPACE THAT IS INHERENTLY INCLUSIVE WITH COLLABORATION TECHNOLOGY IN EVERY ROOM, AND MULTI-USE ACCESSIBLE SPACES FOR PEOPLE THAT ARE DIFFERENTLY ABLED, INCLUDING WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY (HEIGHT OF FIXTURES, APPLIANCES, ETC.), SIGHT IMPAIRED (BRAILLE), AND NEURODIVERSITY (QUIET SPACES, DIFFERENT COLOURS IN ROOMS, ETC.).
THIS PHOTO: The office is equipped with modern infrastructure to support seamless communication and effective remote collaboration with colleagues and clients.
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TOP: The office is equipped with modern technology tools and infrastructure to support collaboration and productivity.
BOTTOM: Vibrant and meaningful murals created by Robert Vargas via the Art for Impact program are displayed all over the office.
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BY INCORPORATING SINGLE-SIZE OFFICES, NEW IDEAS LIKE MICRO-OFFICES, NEW COMMUNITY WORK AREAS, AND EMBRACING HOTELING TO REFLECT THE NEW HYBRID WORK STYLE, ORRICK WAS ABLE TO REDUCE ITS FOOTPRINT BY APPROXIMATELY 60%.
THIS PHOTO: The office design maximizes natural lighting by incorporating large windows bringing elements of nature indoors.
With this approach, the design creates an art-filled space that is inherently inclusive with collaboration technology in every room, and multi-use accessible spaces for people that are differently abled, including wheelchair accessibility (height of fixtures, appliances, etc.), sight impaired (braille), and neurodiversity (quiet spaces, different colours in rooms, etc.). Unispace’s delivery team was engaged from day one and was able to navigate complex supply chain and pandemic challenges. The success of this project has led to other work across their portfolio.
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TOP: The Orrick LA kitchen space provides a friendly environment with scenic views to facilitate interactions among employees throughout the day.
AN INSPIRING AND HIGHLY FUNCTIONAL SPACE THAT DIVERGES FROM THE TYPICAL LAW FIRM By incorporating single-size offices, new ideas like micro-offices, new community work areas, and embracing hoteling to reflect the new hybrid work style, Orrick was able to reduce its footprint by approximately 60%. The two murals by Robert Vargas totalling over 35 feet coupled with the overall community engagement story of the Art for Impact project has had a deep impact on staff, visitors, and clients. This office carries a statement for other law firms in the industry and creates a benchmark and message to them: you need to walk the talk to compete in the future.
BOTTOM: Dedicated collaborative zones are strategically placed throughout the office to encourage teamwork, idea sharing, and creative problem-solving.
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EMPOWER, INCLUDE, AND THRIVE RELOCATING TO THEIR NEW MELBOURNE HOME, ONLINE ART AND DESIGN MARKETPLACE REDBUBBLE ENVISIONED A SPACE THAT WOULD INSPIRE THEIR PEOPLE, WHILE NURTURING AN INCLUSIVE CULTURE AS THEIR BUSINESS GROWS.
REDBUBBLE 26,900 SQFT | MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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s a startup that experienced rapid growth, Redbubble’s brief to Unispace was simple; to create a new, larger space to encourage connection. Coinciding with Covid-19 lockdowns and a new Redbubble CEO coming onboard, the project quickly evolved. Unispace and Redbubble took the opportunity to comprehensively reimagine the space, and to redesign Redbubble’s ways of working. Working in close partnership, Unispace’s design for Redbubble combined their vision and strategy, designing for a larger space that would accommodate their future growth and enable them to adapt to an agile workstyle. Unispace presented Redbubble with detailed space metrics and transit impact mapping. The strategy then led into a design that was well aligned with Redbubble’s creative vision and company culture.
TOP: For those who prefer a touch of nature while they work, the office offers a green space with comfortable seating surrounded by plants.
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AN INCLUSIVE SPACE, SUPPORTING VARIED WAYS OF WORKING With diverse teams ranging from creatives to engineers, Redbubble’s new home was designed to ensure all employees felt welcome and excited to return to the workplace. To support staff to do their best work, a workstation was allocated for every employee, whilst also providing alternative work settings so staff have choice over their location during the day. Workplace strategy formed a significant component of this project, achieved through connecting with all levels of Redbubble’s team. Unispace conducted its WorkReady survey of all staff, focus groups and leadership interviews to ensure that the new space was designed to meet everyone’s diverse needs.
BOTTOM: The townhall space near the entry supports social interactions, fosters connection among employees and encourages team collaboration.
MEETING ROOMS, WORKSTATIONS, FOCUS PODS AND ‘COLLABORATION TABLES’ SUPPORT REDBUBBLE’S ‘PAIRING’ WAY OF WORKING, ESPECIALLY AMONGST ENGINEERS. ADDITIONAL FACILITIES INCLUDE WELLNESS SPACES, CASUAL LOUNGES, GENDER-NEUTRAL BATHROOMS AND A LARGE COMMUNAL KITCHEN FOR EMPLOYEES TO COOK TOGETHER AT MEALTIMES.
THIS PHOTO: The entry is a showcase of Redbubble’s own artists and merchandise, creating an immersive environment with connnection to the brand. The space can evolve over time to suit the current trends for the brand.
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PROVIDING A VARIETY OF SPACES TO HELP PEOPLE CONNECT WAS A PRIORITY, AS CONNECTION AMONG EMPLOYEES AND WITH THE ARTISTS THAT MAKE UP THEIR COMMUNITY IS A BIG PART OF REDBUBBLE’S CULTURE.
THIS PHOTO: Informal meeting areas are provided through the space, intended to support both collaboration and social interaction.
INCLUSIVITY, FLEXIBILITY AND BELONGING ARE THE LINCHPINS OF THIS UNIQUE WORKPLACE Meeting rooms, workstations, focus pods and collaboration tables support Redbubble’s hybrid way of working. Additional facilities include wellness spaces, casual lounges, gender-neutral bathrooms and a large communal kitchen for employees to cook together. To further champion collaboration in this workplace, the expansive entry and breakout space were designed to encourage social interaction throughout the day. The entry space makes a dynamic first impression, featuring a gallery that showcases Redbubble’s artists and merchandise, and immediately connects visitors with the brand. This space also has flexible joinery to allow for large gatherings.
BOTTOM: The office has transformed into a learning opportunity, a place for innovation, and fostering team creativity.
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CONNECTION AMONG EMPLOYEES AND THE ARTISTS THAT MAKE UP THE REDBUBBLE COMMUNITY WAS A KEY FOCUS This workplace prioritises collaboration and connection, which is central to Redbubble’s business. Connection amongst their employees and to the artists that make up their vibrant community is what makes this company tick. With this community in mind, Redbubble partnered with creative management agency Just Another Agency to launch the Pillar Program. This initiative was designed to keep employees connected to the local artistic community. The space includes 12 concrete columns wrapped with the work of local street artists, giving emerging artists an opportunity to create large-scale works on public display. Works are rotated monthly via an Instagram competition run through Just Another Agency, maintaining a strong connection with this local community of artists.
TOP: Artwork is showcased around the space, keeping employees connected to the artist community that makes up Redbubble.
BOTTOM: The office’s diverse seating options cater to individual preferences and work styles, promoting collaboration, productivity, and wellbeing.
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THIS PHOTO: This nature-inspired area provides a refreshing and calming atmosphere, ideal for those seeking a connection to the outdoors.
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RE-ENERGIZING SILVER FERN FARMS’ POST-COVID HUB
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ilver Fern Farms is New Zealand’s leading marketer, producer, and procurer of premium grass-fed meat with operations globally in China, the US, the UK, the Middle East, and personnel in Korea, and Japan. They are committed to being the world’s most successful and sustainable grass-fed red meat company. With the pandemic forcing Silver Fern Farms to rethink their future of work, they came to Unispace with a simple desire; “create a workplace experience where our people feel more energized and enriched when they leave.” Housed within a Category 2 heritage-listed building that was once Dunedin’s Central Post Office, the Silver Fern Farms hub needed to pay homage to the company’s rural roots in a fresh and dynamic way while supporting flexible, project-based work. Unispace and Silver Fern Farms worked together to develop their post-Covid workplace strategy, prioritizing face-to-face collaboration. With a 0.7 desk sharing ratio, the layout incorporates ‘innovation’ and ‘discover’ zones, alongside dedicated long and short-term project rooms.
TOP: Green moss pays homage to the rural roots of Silver Fern Farms and display screens provide an immersive brand experience.
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The ‘discover’ zone boasts a digital terrace, fostering connectivity between the Dunedin hub and Silver Fern Farms sites worldwide. Previously held off-site, the tasting kitchen provides a space for in-house product development, cooking demonstrations, and marketing activities, while also serving as the venue for Silver Fern Farms’ internal ‘MasterChef’ competition, broadcasted live to employees worldwide. “We wanted a cutting-edge space that our design and innovation team could use to showcase and create products. Previously they did this off-site so it’s great to be able to bring this in-house and allow our people to see what’s going on.” said Julie Cooper, Organizational Development Manager at Silver Fern Farms. As new meets old, the thoughtful layering of materials brings warmth and softness into the heritage base build. The architecture of the building façade is abstracted into forms within the interior fit-out, giving it new life. Reflecting Silver Fern Farms’ origins and value, the workplace incorporates nature, bringing the outside in. Internal planting fills the voids and moss green walls, a nod to their farmers, connect the brand to the space.
TOP: Informal social spaces are placed alongside the kitchen, providing space for staff to catch up and have lunch.
BOTTOM: Journey through the space from reception to the innovative tasting kitchen showcases the Silver Fern Farms brand.
THIS PHOTO: Lush, native planting breathes life and warmth into the heritage basebuild. Connecting the workplace with Silver Fern Farms’ brand.
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“ WE WANTED A CUTTING-EDGE SPACE THAT OUR DESIGN AND INNOVATION TEAM COULD USE TO SHOWCASE AND CREATE PRODUCTS. PREVIOUSLY THEY DID THIS OFF-SITE SO IT’S GREAT TO BE ABLE TO BRING THIS IN-HOUSE AND ALLOW OUR PEOPLE TO SEE WHAT’S GOING ON. ” Julie Cooper, Organizational Development Manager, Silver Fern Farms
THIS PHOTO: Digital portals connect Dunedin to the world and Silver Fern Farms sites nationally and globally enabling greater connectivity and collaboration.
Unispace partnered with local craftspeople to restore some of the former glory of the Central Post Office. Wool fibers from Silver Fern Farms’ sheep farmers are used throughout the furniture upholstery. Flaking plaster is retained to respect history of the building and materials are inserted in their raw state, re-introducing historic materiality such as Georgian wired glass. The result is a seamless layering of brand throughout the design. “The beautiful thing about the moss wall is that it is alive and changes over time depending on the humidity in the building.” said Anna Parbury, Associate Design, Unispace. Unispace delivered the project in two stages with construction works restricted to business hours MondaySaturday to avoid disruption to a hotelier occupying the upper floors of the building. Unispace project and site management teams managed this successfully, with phase two works completed 10 days early with zero complaints from the building tenants.
TOP: Open-plan, flexible work points are woven throughout the workfloor, creating a dynamic hub for collaboration and innovation.
BOTTOM: Long- and short-term project rooms support a project-based approach to working and face-to-face collaboration.
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“The space is transforming the way we work together, and this is reflected in our engagement scores. There’s chatter around the Dunedin community about this iconic building and how it’s been repurposed in a way that is respectful of its heritage which is important to us.” explained Julie Cooper, Organizational Development Manager at Silver Fern Farms The result is a global destination hub, a space that enhances the connection and collaboration of its people. The use of materials, detailing and finishes deepen the connection of the brand and its history to the space, integrating Silver Fern Farms’ DNA and values throughout.
TOP: The ‘MasterChef’ competition in action – complete with filming crew to share the video within the business.
BOTTOM: Raw wired glass partitioning is used in its pure, natural state, reflecting the brand’s origins.
“ THE BEAUTIFUL THING ABOUT THE MOSS WALL IS THAT IT IS ALIVE AND CHANGES OVER TIME DEPENDING ON THE HUMIDITY IN THE BUILDING. ” Anna Parbury, Associate Design, Unispace
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THIS PHOTO: Meeting rooms are thoughtfully inserted into the basebuild architecture with timber detailing.
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A DESTINATION FOR COLLABORATIVE EXPERIENCES TRIPADVISOR SOUGHT OUT UNISPACE FOR A COMPLETE OFFICE REDESIGN, TURNING THIS SINGAPORE OFFICE INTO A DESTINATION FOR COLLABORATION. TRANSLATING GLOBAL WORKPLACE GUIDELINES TO MEET REGIONAL WORKPLACE NEEDS. TRIPADVISOR 8,300 SQFT | SINGAPORE | STRATEGY DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
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nispace has collaborated with Tripadvisor across multiple projects globally and supported the development of a global framework for their future workplace. Tripadvisor embarked on a comprehensive office redesign project, transforming their Singapore location into a premier destination for collaboration, reflecting the global online travel company’s commitment to excellence. The HIVE ABW Guidelines have become Tripadvisor’s new global workplace design and construction guidelines. As a consequence of our work on the guidelines, the local Unispace Strategy team was entrusted to work with Tripadvisor on a pilot project in Singapore to establish how they could be best translated to incorporate local nuances and needs. The Unispace team was also tasked with reducing real estate costs for Tripadvisor, this was achieved by validating how they worked and decreasing their real-estate footprint by half.
TOP: The amenities demonstrate attention to detail and a commitment to providing a pleasant and welcoming environment.
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An integrated approach was taken to develop a workplace strategy and intelligent design that ensured the smaller footplate met the new needs of their team as they return to the workplace after an extended period of working from home.
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AT THE HEART OF THE PROJECT WAS THE DESIRE TO CREATE A DESTINATION FOR COLLABORATION Critically, the Singapore Tripadvisor team emphasized the need for the new office to play a more social role in their operations moving forward, serving as a collaboration hub for colleagues to gather and interact for work and leisure. There are elements of work-life that employees miss out on when working 100% remotely. A few standouts are: • collaborative in-person meetings • ad hoc informal breakouts • casual encounters in the corridors and communal spaces
TOP: Mis-matched furniture enunciates a cozy setting for chillout sessions and informal huddles, aligning with the client’s fun and adventurous culture.
BOTTOM: The layering of globally sourced artifacts, combined with different styles of furniture in these informal meeting rooms, changes the experience of each meeting.
THIS PHOTO: The office creates a friendly and inviting atmosphere that fosters a sense of comfort, professionalism, and hospitality.
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TRIPADVISOR’S DESIGN PREFERENCE WAS FOR A SOFTER HOSPITALITY FEEL. MATERIALS AND ARTIFACTS WERE STRATEGICALLY SELECTED BY THE UNISPACE DESIGN TEAM TO INCORPORATE LOCAL SOUTHEAST ASIAN INFLUENCES.
THIS PHOTO: Soft and warm colors, such as neutrals or earth tones, create a sense of comfort and hospitality, making staff feel at ease.
With these in mind, we wanted to create a flexible, yet energy-evoking space that would allow for planned meetings, informal team gatherings and an agile work process. AS TRIPADVISOR WELCOMES THEIR PEOPLE BACK INTO THEIR REIMAGINED OFFICE, THEY ENTER AN INTIMATE AND ENGAGING SPACE THAT CAN BE LIKENED TO A TROPICAL RESORT AMBIANCE Tripadvisor’s design preference was for a softer hospitality feel. Materials and artifacts were strategically selected by the Unispace design team to incorporate local Southeast Asian influences. Singapore based artisans and suppliers were also approached during the sourcing process, with the finalized office containing select pieces of furniture and artworks created by local craftsmen. Throughout the project, sustainability remained a key focus - a good number of existing furniture items and IT equipment were repurposed, in order to minimise environmental impact.
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MIDDLE: Locally sourced rattan materials blend design and function, enhancing the tropical textures while also serving as a unique acoustic treatment to temper noise.
BOTTOM: Seating arrangements can include cozy chairs, sofas, or benches, designed for both comfort and functionality.
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THE PATH TO GOING GREEN BEYOND ITS USER-CENTERED DESIGN, THE PATH OFFICE CHAIR INCORPORATES ECO-FRIENDLY ELEMENTS THAT ARE BOUND TO MAKE THE ENVIRONMENTALLY-CONSCIOUS SIT UP AND TAKE NOTICE.
THIS PHOTO: Made from recycled matter, including plastic salvaged from the ocean, the Path is an ideal sustainable choice for conference rooms with multiple users thanks to its self-adjusting feature.
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ith an ongoing corporate imperative to craft innovative office seating solutions that prioritize both comfort and sustainability, the Humanscale Design Studio, a furniture company based in New York City, recently introduced Path in Archidex 2023. As its name suggests, the Path office chair is designed to guide users to a more comfortable and healthy way of working. The chair boasts a patented weightsensitive recline Gravity Mechanism that adapts to the user’s body weight, providing customized support and promoting proper spinal alignment. The Path also incorporates intuitive adjustments that are easy to use and require minimal effort to tweak, allowing users to easily find their ideal seating position. The armrests can be adjusted in multiple dimensions, and the seat height effortlessly changeable. This adaptability means that the Path can accommodate a wide range of body types and preferences, rendering it an excellent option for a collaborative and diverse working environment.
THIS PHOTO: The Path reflexively adapts to different users, and eschews intricate knobs and levers to ensure an intuitive and snug sitting experience.
BOTTOM: The Path office chair features a base and arms made of unpolished aluminium designed for fuss-free disassembly to facilitate recycling.
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“ PATH WAS DESIGNED FROM THE INSIDE OUT, STARTING WITH PERFECTING THE SIT EXPERIENCE, INFORMING ALL FOLLOWING DESIGN DECISIONS. ” Todd Bracher, Path Designer
THIS PHOTO: With its gently rounded silhouette, the Path is designed to seamlessly blend into office spaces and homes.
With much ado about climate change. Humanscale has made it a priority to minimize the carbon footprint of its products. One of the standout features of the Path’s design is its FormSense Eco Knit, a mesh-like textile made from upcycled plastic bottles collected from coastal areas at risk of pollution. In yet another reverential nod to the environment, the green office chair is designed to adhere to Humanscale’s corporate philosophy that good design achieves more with less, making function, simplicity, and durability its core attributes. Built to last, the Path office chair still looks like new even after a decade of intense use. The chair also embraces a minimalist concept. By eschewing controls and springs, and keeping the number of parts at a minimum, the Path uses up fewer resources, thereby reducing waste and minimizing the environmental impact. Additionally, its modular design allows for easy disassembly and recycling at the end of its life cycle. So, if you are looking to make a positive change in your workspace, consider taking the Path, not just to a more comfortable seating solution, but also to a more sustainable and eco-friendly future. HUMANSCALE.COM
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TOP & BOTTOM: The Path offers an array of finishes and fabrics, including a knitted material that provides the support of mesh and the luxurious texture of fabric.
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DESIGNED TO OFFER A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE OF COMFORT, INCLUDING THE GENTLE SWAY OF A ROCKING CHAIR, THE SWELL ARMCHAIR COLLECTION TRANSCENDS THE ORDINARY, USHERING IN A NEW ERA OF RELAXATION AND STYLE.
THIS PHOTO: The stylish Swell chair collection is the perfect companion for any hotel lobby or lounge.
BRISTOL ARMCHAIR 136 THIS PHOTO: The chair is available in a wide range of fabrics and leather to match any interior style.
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omfort comes in many flavors – as the Swell chair exemplifies. More than just a cozy chair, the Swell collection is an invitation to experience comfort, however you desire. The perfect companion for any hotel lobby or lounge, it is designed with intuitive features that express contemporary luxury and style. Made to complement a wide range of laid-back activities, Swell offers a trio of variations tailored to diverse preferences: an auto-return swiveling chair (Swell Standard), a recliner (Swell Tilt), and the newly introduced rocker (Swell Rocking). Each variant is a harmonious fusion of style and functionality, catering to a sense of elegance and practicality, with the Swell Rocking chair adding an extra layer of tranquil rocking comfort. However, it’s the Swell Rocking chair that truly steals the spotlight in this collection. This unique addition brings the gentle sway and comforting rhythm of a classic rocking chair into the modern design landscape. Designed to move and shift with a person’s weight, the rocking movement, which comes with a 21-degree rocking angle, creates an experience that’s both intuitive and comfortable. The innovative and generous design of the plush chair ensures maximum support, providing ample comfort for those seeking relief for the back and neck. Swell’s silhouette, curated with a keen eye for detail, incorporates supple cushioning that envelops users within its gentle contours, now amplified by the soothing rocking motion. Its well-known profile of the base, back,
TOP: Swell Standard can swivel 360 degrees and auto-return to its original position when released.
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and armrests cocoon the body in pure ergonomic bliss while standing out as a stylish piece for modern interiors. Meanwhile, exquisite fine seams bring attention to the chair’s meticulous craftsmanship. The Swell Rocking chair, in particular, offers a canvas of design possibilities, thanks to an extensive selection of upholstery colors to suit various moods and styles. As the ambiance shifts, the Swell Rocking chair adapts seamlessly, adding a touch of nostalgia and comfort to any space it graces. Testament of the chair’s visionary craftsmanship and design, the Swell Collection was recently honored with the prestigious Archidex Star Award 2023. With the inclusion of the Swell Rocking chair, this collection continues to redefine comfort and relaxation, incorporating the timeless and soothing element of a rocking chair into its repertoire of luxurious experiences. Whether swiveling, reclining, or gently rocking, the Swell Armchair Collection offers a holistic and tranquil approach to modern living.
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FOR ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY AND VERSATILITY, THE SWELL ROCKING CHAIR PROVIDES A 360-DEGREE SWIVEL AND ROCKING MECHANISM TO ENSURE EFFORTLESS TRANSITION BETWEEN DIFFERENT SEATING STYLES.
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TOP LEFT & RIGHT: The tilting tension of the Swell Tilt chair can be adjusted with the provided ratchet.
BOTTOM: Swell Rocker is designed to move with a person’s weight, supporting the back and neck.
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TOP: From the supple cushioning to the wellknown profile of the base, back, and armrests, Swell ensures total relaxation.
BOTTOM LEFT: Testament of the chair’s visionary design, the Swell Collection was recently honoured with the Archidex Star Award.
BOTTOM RIGHT: The Swell Tilt also comes with a matching footrest for resting your legs.
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ARTISTRY OF NATURE THE MESA ALTO COLLECTION WEAVES THE BEAUTY OF NATURE INTO A SUSTAINABLE FLOORING SOLUTION TO CREATE INTERIORS THAT PROMOTE COMFORT, ELEGANCE AND WELL-BEING.
THIS PHOTO: Mesa Alto, Carpets Inter’s latest collection of carpet tiles, is inspired by the beauty and serenity of nature.
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n the realm of office interior design, nature plays a pivotal role in creating spaces that prioritise health and well-being. A compelling poll conducted by Human Spaces, showcased in The Global Impact of Biophilic Design, reveals that natural elements, such as verdant greenery and cascading sunlight, render a remarkable 15% elevation in workers’ sense of well-being. And remarkably, this infusion of nature fosters a 6% surge in productivity and an awe-inspiring 15% boost in creativity. Introducing Mesa Alto, Carpets Inter’s latest collection of carpet tiles which leverage the beauty and serenity of nature to infuse spaces with a harmonious vibe. Imaginative yet high performance, this collection takes cue from the isolated, flat-topped elevation, ridge or hill, surrounded by steep escarpments that stand distinctly above a surrounding plain. Within this breathtaking collection, Carpets Inter aims to create beautiful and meaningful spaces that exude not just beauty but also a sense of comfort and ease to mitigate stress while enhancing acoustic properties. Construction-wise, Mesa Alto unveils a range of features that set it apart as a durable “fit for purpose” floor
TOP LEFT: The carpet’s multi-level loop texture makes Mesa Alto a suitable choice for hightraffic areas while maintaining visual appeal.
TOP RIGHT: This 100% solution-dyed modular carpet tile comes with an understated organic texture to enliven contemporary spaces.
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covering solution. Crafted with utmost finesse, this 100% solution-dyed modular carpet tile comes with an understated organic texture that fulfils the functional demands of interior spaces. Its multi-level loop texture further ensures durability and resilience, making it suitable for high-traffic areas while maintaining its visual appeal. Moreover, this collection offers stain and soil protection, ensuring longevity and easy maintenance. Beyond aesthetic value and function, the Mesa Alto Collection also features Carpets Inter’s exclusive EcoSoft Recycled Cushion Backing and EcoSquare Reinforced Recycled Backing, which add to the brand’s eco-friendly credentials. To date, as part of the brand’s commitment to reduce the effects of plastic pollution on our planet, Carpets Inter has recycled a staggering 930 million PET bottles into the manufacturing process of their unique EcoSoft cushion back modular carpet tile.
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TOP: The collection protects against stains and soil, ensuring longevity and easy maintenance.
BOTTOM: The Mesa Alto Collection also features the brand’s exclusive EcoSoft Recycled Cushion Backing and EcoSquare Reinforced Recycled Backing.
CLEAN ENERGY IS ENERGY THAT COMES FROM RENEWABLE, ZERO EMISSION SOURCES THAT DO NOT POLLUTE THE ATMOSPHERE WHEN USED, AS WELL AS ENERGY SAVED BY ENERGY EFFICIENCY MEASURES. CLEAN ENERGY IS 100% POLLUTION-FREE.
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BOTTOM LEFT & RIGHT: Inspired by flattopped elevations, Mesa Alto takes cue from nature to create spaces that prioritise health and well-being.
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