Office Lighting

for wayfinding. A centrally-located box garden pavilion is a focal point, providing a breathing space and a private meeting space for first floor tenants. “This was a key area for our new scheme,” comments Williams. “We saw the potential here to turn the focus inwards and create a real statement space that would serve all the building’s inhabitants, not just the company whose offices were located directly adjacent.” A heavy use of planting along the back wall as well as generous hanging plants creates a feeling of outdoor space as well as added privacy. The integration of biophilia allows the atrium to be an area of retreat, aiding user’s physical and mental wellbeing, as well as acting as providing natural acoustic properties. Fan-shaped circular Buzzispace acoustic lamps are also featured, representing the lace collar reference. Above the pavilion, simple hoops by Studiotech hang at different levels, tying in with the entrance area lighting. “The BuzziPleat [by Buzzispace] allowed for a functional decorative light, with the acoustic felt finish adding further softness in a hardsurfaced atrium space, whilst also referencing the ‘piccadil’ lace collar that formed part of our concept. The feature rings [from Studiotech] reinforced the circular element and concept of community, whilst the layering helped highlight the verticality of the atrium. “Acoustic lights are great for creating intimate spaces set in more open/transient/busy areas, such as the atrium at One Piccadilly Gardens, so location is a main consideration,” explains Cheng. “For the atrium, there were a lot of hard surfaces in a very high, open environment. Although the pavilion structure incorporated acoustic panels and soft furnishings, suspending the Buzzipleat lights at a lower level added extra intimacy by reducing any sound bouncing between the hard surfaces. “The science behind acoustics needs to be considered to inform the size and shape of the acoustic light if it’s a noise-sensitive space,” she continues. “It again ties back to location and how that space is being used, e.g., if it is a focused working area within an office space, there would be more need for acoustic treatment to help with work productivity, whereas an open flexible space that can be used for informal meetings or breakout may not need to be as acoustic-heavy. The light output from the fitting needs to match as well so that it's fit for purpose; there needs to be a balance between the two features of acoustics and light.” Elsewhere, for main office lighting, the team selected linear lights from Luxonic, either suspended or integrated into the suspended rafts. “[These] gave a good general spread of light for an office floorplate, and provided a simple and elegant aesthetic,” says Cheng. “Simple downlights were coupled with the feature Tricell ceiling in the core

048 | OFFICE PROJECT | ONE PICCADILLY areas where reception and breakout areas are likely to be located by new end-user tenants.” When approaching the lighting of an office space, there are various factors that need to be considered in the design stages. Cheng elaborates further: “We first look at the overall space and how it is likely going to be used. We can then start dividing the space into areas that may need to be made into more of a feature zone, and others where it may need to be a question of more generic lighting, e.g., reception and lounge vs. circulation routes and open office spaces. “We also think about what type of ceiling treatment would work best for the space and the types of light fittings that would work together with that. It's important to get the right levels of light according to the end use of the space e.g., lighting in the office area needs to provide sufficient, even lux levels and good overall comfort suitable for working, compared to a reception or lounge/breakout area, where it’s more a question of setting the right mood and where a design choice can be more tailored. This ties in with where feature lighting is best located, and if there is need for more control by the end user, e.g., for floor lamps or table lamps.” Reflecting on the project’s success, Rob Codling, Fund Manager at LGIM Real Assets, comments: “Through long-term investment, we remain proactive in delivering the optimum environment for our occupiers. LGIM Real Assets has made a significant investment in One Piccadilly Gardens (OPG) – in which SpaceInvader has played a pivotal role. The transformation of the property will not only improve our occupiers’ experience, but, more widely, assist in our drive to be landlord of choice. Aligning with Legal & General’s ongoing ESG agenda, all works undertaken at OPG have the highest ESG credentials, ensuring the building remains fit for the future.” www.spaceinvaderdesign.co.uk Images: Jill Tate Design Details

One Piccadilly, Manchester, UK Interior Design: SpaceInvader Lighting Specified: Buzzispace, Lee Broom, Luxonic, Studiotech, Vibia

Taking inspiration from Manchester Piccadilly Gardens' history in clay mining and the origins of the word Piccadilly as the 17th century Piccadill collar, SpaceInvader created a contemporary design for the six-storey, Grade A office building. The design promotes a sense of welcome, wellbeing, flexibility, and collaboration, via a shceme that matches the building's fabric and character.

Home Comforts

Stuttgart-based multidisciplinary design studio Ippolito Fleitz Group (IFG) has completed a scheme for the new Schöller SI office in Reutlingen, Germany.

Stuttgart-based multidisciplinary design studio Ippolito Fleitz Group (IFG) has completed a scheme for the new office for Schöller SI in Reutlingen, Germany. Since the global pandemic, working environments have changed for many office spaces. “While concentrated work is possible at home, collective work environments are places where co-creation, collaboration and communication prevail, thereby allowing completely new ideas to unfurl,” says the design studio. “They are places where corporate culture is lived and shaped, and where a sense of purpose is created through the symbiosis of different people and disciplines.” This idea helped form the design presentation from IFG for Schöller’s new office. It was important to create a space that felt homey using warm colours, a blend of varied materials and a natural look to define the two-storey office. These concepts not only create a pleasant working environment, but also reflects the core business values of Schöller as a commercial and residential real estate project developer.

The multi-faceted workspace combines tinted glass partition walls, pale curtains, linear storage units and fringed carpets that zone the different areas, giving the space a rhythm that is characterised by overlays, reflections, transparency, but also by density. Accordingly, both open-plan and more intimate sections, as well as different work situations are available; from a classic workbench and large shared tables, to lounge situations and alcove retreats. Lush green planting provides great room acoustics as well as aiding in a pleasant interior climate. This is also supported in the material and furniture choices as well as in the lighting scheme, which combines natural light, ceiling lights and bespoke desk lamps produced by Peters Leuchten. Pendant lights from Zeitraum, Normann Copenhagen, and Delta Light complete the decorative fixtures used to bring the scheme together and provide task lighting for the 48 workstations. These fixtures, combined with the overall design, provide a sense of belonging and purpose for employees as well as contributing to the

residential feel of the office. “It ultimately also has a lot to do with the fact that the team was involved in designing the space: workshops with representatives from all three departments (real estate, administration, renewables) helped determine the table constellations, workplace-proximate exchange and meeting options, as well as the three colour worlds,” explains IFG studio. “The latter vary in tone depending on the field of work, and form a visual unit with carpet, ceiling, and a wall section in the hallway. In this way, employees – at their own workstation, in the direct team area or the office as a whole – are taken on a visual journey where they can create individual connections, discover new things time and time again, make the space their own bit by bit, and identify with it properly.” ifgroup.org Design Details

Schöller SI, Reutlingen, Germany Interior Design: Ippolito Fleitz Group Lighting Specified: Delta Light, Normann Copenhagen, Zeitraum

Taking inspiration from the migration to working from home during the international pademic, Ippolito Fleitz Group created a residential vibe for the new Schöller SI office in Reutlingen. Decorative lighting played a key role in creating this homey-feel as well as providing task lighting for the 48 workstations spread throughout.