Gibson O'Connor, a construction company, approached us to do the interior fit out and exterior facade treatment at the West Auckland Office. Internally, the clients wanted a more open and casual break out space that would complement the surrounding offices. We wanted to create a place that would draw people in, to meet informally and connect. The application of wood panels and textures are used to soften the austerity that is often associated with commercial buildings. This is carried out on to the exterior facade. Lightweight Innowood screens are fixed to the outside of the building. The large back lit Gibson O’Connor Construction sign highlights this entry point and acts as the beacon of the industrial zone.

Photography | Jo Smith Photography