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In consideration of the long rectangular shape of the space, and the need to meet the multiple purposes of reception, discussions, exhibition, light food, and staff recreation according to the intended usage needs, the overall space emphasizes an open configuration, with the front section pushed out by more than one meter to increase the usable depth, and with a distinct facade design to create an exclusive brand image and enhance brand recognition.
Bold Space is an office interior of 220 square meters located in Guangzhou. The design replaces the cold look of conventional business offices with a palette of dark gray and wood tones. Modern minimalist materials are combined with Oriental aesthetics to form a calm and open atmosphere. Micro landscapes and small plants are placed at the entrance, in the public office area, the manager office and the negotiation room. Orange light above the wooden cabinet brightens the dark corridor. Stone, textured wood, sculptures and floral art complete the club-like workplace.
Leading River Interior Design is an office interior created for a design studio in Shenzhen, China. The workspace combines reception, work, meeting, coffee break, reading and social areas in one open plan. Each unit works independently and can be reconfigured and joined with the others. A half-enclosed entrance front in matte black sheets contrasts with ivory stone walls inside. Embedded transparent and translucent glass with anti-glare measures softens the border between interior and exterior. An arched ceiling optimizes an original structural beam and extends the space.
Dragon Pristine is an office interior of 198 square meters on the eighth floor of a building. The space is divided into two parts. The area near the entrance is residential in character and includes a sofa area, a tea area, a meeting area and a bar area for clients. The rear area holds open staff workstations with half-height partitions for privacy and quiet. Materials include brown travertine, gray Guanyin stone, lacquered solid wood flooring, walnut chairs, white marble and glass. Plants and light-colored surfaces balance the textured materials.
This is the office of a company that designs precision machinery. Employees routinely use PCs to draw very detailed drawings. Therefore, the space needs to be planned in such a way that employees can easily concentrate on their work. Various aspects such as flow line planning, lighting planning, interior coloring, dimensional planning of desks and corridors, and soundproofing are considered. It is also equipped with a cafe counter and bench seats for resting, The on and off elements are exquisitely balanced.
Peace of Mind is an office interior located on the second floor of a building in Taichung, Taiwan. The working space covers 300 square meters. Gentle wooden tones form the base color, and the textures of the materials add an elegant character. Clear glass and wooden partitions replace solid walls, so daylight reaches the interior. Large floor-to-ceiling windows face a park, and pine trees grow at the sides, bringing the surrounding greenery into the design. The intent is a calm and distraction-free place to work.
Curves Safari is an office interior of 2200 square meters arranged on two floors. Arcs, hyperbolas and large curved surfaces shape most of the space. The reception ceiling is covered with mirrored aluminum panels, and the reflection reduces the visual effect of the low building height. The first floor holds a public office area, meeting rooms and offices in warm wood tones. The second floor is darker and contains a multifunctional hall and a circular exhibition room with a 360 degree rotating LED screen.
Sharing Art is a coworking office interior of 500 square meters in Taichung, Taiwan. Large letter installations, reused from a former exhibition, are placed in the workspace as public art and as partitions. Iron frames, metal net plates and glass panels define flexible areas and let light pass through. Simple wooden furniture and open desks without partitions support model making, meetings, drawing and teamwork. A loop layout guides movement, and the white walls allow the space to be used for exhibitions.
International Sports and Culture Center is a mixed-use building that combines sports, cultural and social facilities in one site. The building is divided into three main parts: an office area, an arena and a multifunctional space. A hanging truss system creates column-free interiors, so each venue can be arranged with great flexibility. The functions are stacked vertically to suit a compact urban site. Professional venues host competitions and exhibitions, while gardens and a running track offer leisure space and encourage social interaction among citizens.
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Denizbank Aquarium is an innovation and entrepreneurship center located within a bank headquarters in Istanbul. The office occupies a basement level where daylight is limited. Acoustic panels depicting the sea and water movement cover the surfaces, and textured materials recall the colorful underwater world. Contrasting colors are combined with natural materials to create a vibrant and balanced space. Modules with low ceilings and separated seating groups add comfort. A lighting system imitates daylight to support the motivation and circadian rhythm of employees.
Ecco Xi'an is an office interior design located in Xi'an, China, covering an area of 1344 square meters. Nordic design elements present a natural and active working atmosphere and extend the brand concept into the space. Open and diversified work areas are combined with varied colors to support the creativity of employees and to balance people and space. Interacting blocks form superimposed parts, and the collage of materials creates contrasting scenes. A leather brick wall recalls the city wall of Xi'an, and shoe lasts decorate the background wall.
Blank Project is an office interior located northeast of central Changsha, China, with a total area of 800 square meters. The white minimalist space serves as a workplace for an interior design studio and as a showroom for its construction company. A floor-to-ceiling automatic sliding door leads into the showroom, which is lit by small imported spotlights. The spacious main hall is left open for large meetings or gallery-style events. A long lit corridor connects the studio and the showroom, and displays material boards of different textures beside a bench of black carbonized timber.