Zelestra is a renewable energy company undergoing rapid expansion within the Latin American tech ecosystem. Aiming to strengthen its presence in Bogotá, the company sought an office space that would reflect its innovative identity, collaborative culture, and commitment to the well-being of its team.
From the beginning, the challenge was clear: to create a flexible, human, and technologically advanced environment without losing the warm, vibrant spirit of a company in constant transformation. The key to the process was the co-creation model: the client was not a spectator, but a central participant in every stage of the design.
The chosen building presented significant challenges: an irregular floor plan, limited natural light in some areas, and a rigid structure that constrained major interventions. On top of that, the project had high expectations in terms of sustainability, well-being, and technology—all without compromising deadlines or budget.
Through a series of collaborative workshops with Zelestra’s leadership and teams, key needs were identified: multifunctional collaborative areas that could adapt to daily dynamics, spaces for individual focus, an integrated visual identity, and the presence of interior greenery as a symbol of growth and well-being. This process helped align expectations, requirements, and technical possibilities from the start, reducing delays and increasing commitment to the final result.
The project, fully developed by Contract Workplaces across 348 m², was built around the concept of “Living Energy.” This not only reinforces Zelestra’s commitment to energy transition but also transforms the corporate space into a storytelling tool: every corner illustrates how the company generates energy, connects communities, and contributes to Colombia’s sustainable development.
The open-plan work area, with assigned desks, was placed along the longer perimeter of the floor to make the most of natural light and views, while enclosed offices and phone booths were located near the service core. The program was completed with meeting rooms of various sizes, a coffee point, and a collaborative zone strategically placed at the intersection between the open area and private offices.
As for the project’s aesthetics, the color palette was drawn from Zelestra’s branding, applied with subtlety to avoid visual saturation: emerald green and solar yellow—evoking ecology, the sun, and clean energy—accented by steel gray and pure white to express corporate solidity and transparency.
The use of natural materials was prioritized, including certified wood, live plants, and organic textiles. A top and side lighting system controlled by sensors maximizes energy efficiency and comfort.
The result exceeded expectations: the new office not only enhanced team productivity and well-being, but also became a powerful tool for attracting talent and strengthening the company’s internal culture. The client expressed great satisfaction in feeling like a co-author of the space, recognizing how each decision made during the co-creation process is now reflected in the day-to-day experience of its employees.
The Zelestra project stands as proof of how co-creation can turn design into a shared story. The space doesn’t just represent the brand—it speaks with its voice, breathes its culture, and evolves alongside it.
