Office 01.

On the outskirts of Melbourne, a freestanding office building is internally overhauled to create a contemporary headquarters for a large, well established business. The design reflects the company’s forward thinking, progressive values whilst also complementing the rural surroundings and verdant exterior views. The exterior building materials – natural timber and black bricks are incorporated into the interior with the addition of terrazzo, glass and a light timber that features on ceilings, cabinetry, doors and desks; working beautifully to balance the monochrome palette.

The design interprets and incorporates the natural assets of the location, the sense of light, space and nature, with the need for a highly productive series of workspaces that allow for a flow of communication and collaboration for staff and visiting customers. The design includes individual offices, meeting rooms, bathroom facilities, a break-out space and open plan office space. A functional kitchen and casual meals area create further informal spaces for connection.

Small details inject luxury into the space, matt black pendant lights, floor to ceiling feature doors, modular workstations with angular table legs and black timber slatted screening throughout ensure this workplace is an antidote to the generic.