What was the brief?
Mercedes Benz NZ relocation of their head office was an opportunity to support changes in the business structure and provided the ability to adapt to new workplace strategies. Mercedes reduced their office footprint but created a new vision in the form of an agile office that supports the business in working as one team.
The Staff Café provides amenities to staff and visitors and also supports both team and informal meetings. Workspaces provide agile work settings that allow teams to come together to work and collaborate within the office and with remote teams. Alternative work settings support quiet concentrated work, collaboration, digital and in-person meetings. Seamless technology was integral to the workspace and for connecting with customers and remote staff.
What were the key challenges / material selection?
STACK created a sense of arrival for visitors and an opportunity for brand presentation and incorporation in the fit-out. Subtle details represent Mercedes Benz branding that can be seen throughout the space.
The colour and material palette feature concrete tones, blackened steel, leather, and wood, suggesting the luxury of a Mercedes-Benz automobile. The design captivates, fascinates, and provides a unique experience for staff and visitor.
Modern Luxury – timeless beauty, a combination of high-grade technology and craftsmanship. Black and silver were used as Mercedes main brand colours, while complemented with a warm tonal range of natural materials, such as leather, and wood, to give a feeling of being approachable and sophisticated. Modern graphic elements were carefully selected to support the brand identity.
Intelligent – Innovative solutions and digital comfort are seamlessly integrated. Wireless Audio Visual and Internet connectivity helped transform getting A to B into its simplest form. The main goal of NO cables hanging around was successfully achieved. The Café banquette and window leaner joinery were equipped with power and USB chargers for easy access.
Emotional – A welcoming ambiance was created for staff and invited visitors alike, that provides flexibility and consistency with the desired aesthetic. The Mercedes-Benz STAR was placed at the point of entry, mounted on a black feature wall. This wing-like wall with a subtle black texture borrowing Mercedes car aesthetics and detailing. The Café functions sit behind this wall and provide a space for casual meetings, collaboration, and eating. It was positioned to make the most of the views that can be appreciated by all.
Material Used :
Flooring:
Accent Carpet
Supplier: INZIDE
Specification: Equal Measure Collection
Colour: 104561 Hill Street
Colour: 104569 Hill Ave
Colour: 104577 Hill Blvd.
Tufted Sheared
100% Recycled Content Nylon
Aquafil / 100% Solution Dyed / Protekt Soil/Stain Protection / Intersept Preservative Protection
Supplier: INZIDE
Specification: Human Nature
Colour: 104207 SLATE
Tufted Sheared
100% Recycled Content Nylon
Aquafil / 100% Solution Dyed / Protekt Soil/Stain Protection / Intersept Preservative Protection
General Carpet
Supplier: INZIDE
Specification: Equal Measure Collection
Colour: 104580 Union Blvd.
Colour: 104572 Union Ave
Colour: 104564 Union Street
Tufted Sheared
100% Recycled Content Nylon
Aquafil / 100% Solution Dyed / Protekt Soil/Stain Protection / Intersept Preservative Protection
Anti-static vinyl
Supplier: JACOBSEN'S
Specification: Tarkett
Colour: 96712
Granit SD
Static Dissipative homogeneous vinyl flooring
Commercial: 340 / Surface Treatment: iQ PUR
Concrete Flooring
Supplier: Megafloor
Exposure: Urban
Finish: Premium
Sheen: Gloss
Paint
General Paint
Supplier: Dulux
Specification: 6721D Dulux Painting Interior
Colour: White on White
Gloss Level: Low Sheen
Coating Type: Water based
System: DuSpec NZ_SD10687
Fire Rating: Group Number 1-S, Report Number 5054, NZBC C/VM2 A1.5
Accent Paint
Supplier: Dulux
Specification: 6721D Dulux Painting Interior
Colour: Grey Daze
Colour: Stone Master
Colour: Grey Encounter
Gloss Level: Low Sheen
Coating Type: Water based
System: DuSpec NZ_SD10687
Fire Rating: Group Number 1-S, Report Number 5054, NZBC C/VM2 A1.5
Door/Frame Paint
Supplier: Dulux
Specification: 6721D Dulux Painting Interior
Colour: White on White
Gloss Level: Low Sheen
Coating Type: Water based
System: DuSpec NZ_SD10695
Fire Rating: Group Number 1-S, Report Number 5054, NZBC C/VM2 A1.5
Ceiling Paint
Supplier: Dulux
Specification: 6721D Dulux Painting Interior
Colour: Lexicon Quarter
Gloss Level: Low Sheen
Coating Type: Water based
System: DuSpec NZ_SD10695
Fire Rating: Group Number 1-S, Report Number 5054, NZBC C/VM2 A1.5
Skirting Paint
Supplier: Dulux
Specification: 6721D Dulux Painting Interior
Colour: TeKuiti NZ10H1
Gloss Level: Low Sheen
Coating Type: Water based
System: DuSpec NZ_SD08884
Fire Rating: Group Number 1-S, Report Number 5054, NZBC C/VM2 A1.5
Powder Coating
Supplier: Dulux
Mannex Finish
Colour: 9159056Z Mannex Matt Black
Colour: 9151171Z Mannex Appliance White
Wallpaper
Supplier: James Dunlop
Specification: Olea W/Panel 7484 by Casamance
Collection: Manielle
Code: 50116-101
Code: 50116-102
Composition: Non Woven Heavy Vinyl
Horizontal Pattern repeat: 204.0cm
Vertical Pattern repeat: 300.0cm
Width: 68.0cm
Roll length: 9.0m
Origin: Italy
Acoustic Panel
Supplier: AUTEX
Specification: VISAGE
Composition: 100% Polyester Fibre (PET)
Roll Dimensions: 1.22m x 25m
Tolerance: (+5mm) (+10mm)
Thickness: 10mm
Weight: 1730gsm
Fire Rating Classification: Group 1-S
Supplier: AUTEX
Specification: ETCH DECORATIVE FABRIC
Felt
Composition: 100% Polyester Fibre (PET)
Drop width: 1.3m x 25m
Tolerance: (+5mm)
Thickness: 4mm
Weight: 380gsm
Direct glue fixed into panels
Fire Rating Classification: Group 1-S
Laminate:
Supplier: Acero Wilson Art
Specification: Brushed Alu – Satin Finish
3952 - S
High Pressure Laminate
Size: 3660mm x 1530mm
Substrate Thickness: 12mm
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: Hallmark Group
Specification: Purematte
High Pressure Laminate
Size: 2440mm x 1220mm
Substrate Thickness: 12mm
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: LAMINEX
Specification: Laminex Magnetic
Laminate Glossy White
Low Pressure Laminate
Size: 2400mm x 1220mm
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Substrate Thickness: 12mm
Substrate Type: MDF Standard
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: LAMINEX
Specification: Formica Melteca
Low Pressure Laminate
Size: 2400mm x 1220mm
Substrate Thickness: 18mm
Substrate Type: MDF Standard
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: Prime Panels NZ
Specification: Prime Melamine
Low Pressure Laminate
Size: 2400mm x 1220mm
Substrate Thickness: 12mm
Substrate Type: MDF FR Black
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: LAMINEX
Specification: Laminated Panels Range
Size: 2440mm x 1220mm
Thickness: 18mm
Substrate Type: MDF FR Black
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: LAMINEX
Specification: Laminated Panels Range
Size: 2440mm x 1220mm
Thickness: 18mm
Substrate Type: MDF FR Black
Faces: 1 side
Supplier: LAMINEX
Specification: Snowdrift
Substrate Type: Standard MDF
Faces: 1 side
Edge Detail: 1mm standard matching edging
Stainless Steel / Aluminum
Supplier: Wilsonart
Specification: Hairline finish
Anodisedaluminum
Thickness: .025 / 3mm (inserts)
Acrylic Solid Surface
Supplier: APT
Specification: Corian
Organic Collection
Size: 12mm x 3658 x 760
Metal Mesh
Supplier: Locker NZ
Specification: Style 19mm x 30mm
3mm thick
67-74% Open Area
Powder Coat in Selected Colour
Mosaic Tile
Supplier: European Ceramics
Specification: Porcelain
Frames Anthracite
Finish: Gloss
Size: 300mm x 300mm x 8mm
Upholstery
Supplier: Warwick
Specification: Eastwood
Width: 140cm
Pattern Rpt: H Plain V Plain
Suitability: Heavy Commercial
Composition: 100% Polyester
Fibre Content: 32
Care: 3
Supplier: James Dunlop
Specification: Foster Halo
Width: 145cm
Pattern Rpt: Plain
Suitability: Heavy Commercial
Composition: 100% Polyester
Railroaded: Multi
Supplier: Maharam
Specification: Maharam - Merit
Width: 137cm
Finish: Water Repellent
Bolt Size: 45 yards
Origin: USA
Performance: 1000,000 double rubs wyzenbeek
Characteristics: 76% Post-consumer recycled polyester, 24% polyester
