By Tom Mark Henry
A workplace fit-out in Sydney's CBD for French reinsurance company, SCOR. A design that is both employee and client-driven, providing a space which promotes individual development as well as collaboration.
A cohesive and harmonious design sees careful consideration taken to ensure each space moves fluidly between the next, whilst addressing the various functional requirements of different areas. Without a receptionist, the spatial planning considers the importance of visitors being able to orientate themselves quickly. Changes in floor finishes delineate each area, specifically the main reception and breakout zone which act as the core of the site, separating the boardrooms from the main office space. Offering a mix of both formal and informal workspaces, individual desks and small meeting rooms, employees are provided with spaces which embody and reflect SCOR’s progressive approach to collaborative working and innovation.
The boardrooms have been strategically placed in order to maximise views of the harbour and to deliver a flexible space suitable for private meetings and larger gatherings. Carefully curated materials which draw upon elements of the site’s surroundings are combined with modern materiality and form, bringing to life the narrative of SCOR. Dark timber veneer, navy hues and tan leather upholstery are employed throughout the space and work harmoniously with SCOR’s branding colours, delivering a space which is both balanced and sophisticated.
Photography by Damian Bennett
Tom Mark Henry was founded in 2014, bringing together a highly skilled team with backgrounds and degrees in interior architecture and design. Based in Darlinghurst, Sydney, our dynamic studio is increasingly active in hospitality, retail, workspace and residential projects. We offer a full scope of services from interior design through to completion of build.
Our team is passionate and expressive. We always take a genuine and original approach to our work and love to collaborate with our clients to allow their story to guide the design. Our studio has been recognised locally and internationally, with a number of project wins and commendations. This includes the World Interiors News Awards, Australian Interior Design Awards, Eat Drink Design Awards, Interior Design Excellence Awards and Restaurant and Bar Design Awards. Tom Mark Henry were recently named as one of Australia's top 25 Interior Designers by Vogue Living in 2021.