Bank Headquarters

The redesign of the Denizbank Headquarters and Branch Concept in North Cyprus, set against the backdrop of the island’s rich historical tapestry and the azure expanse of the Mediterranean Sea, represents a remarkable synergy of modern architecture and the island’s profound cultural heritage. This innovative project not only seeks to redefine the workspace but also endeavors to encapsulate the essence of the island’s history, seamlessly intertwining it with the corporate identity of Denizbank. As the design process unfolds, each element is meticulously crafted to reflect the spirit of North Cyprus, creating a narrative that marries tradition with contemporary functionality. tuncer cakmakli architects The Island and It... More

The new headquarters reflects the company’s dedication to preserving cultural heritage and projecting a timeless image, while making the most of this unique location. Inspired by art, architecture, nature, and culture, the design takes the form of a diamond, representing strength and longevity. Chang-Chi Tsai YHLAA Chang-Chi Tsai YHLAA YHLAA YHLAA The use of geometric patterns and light-colored fabric laminated glass creates a futuristic image that embodies modernity, technology and digital innovation. The building enhances the urban landscape, supports diverse street development, and influences future architectural designs. At night, its subtle lighting shines like a diamond, symbolizing the company&rsq... More

The competition for the design of Berhan Bank's headquarters in Addis Ababa aimed to unite all departments under one roof and create state-of-the-art facilities with a prestigious design. The result is a building that embodies the bank's vision and is a symbol of a growing, aspiring company. MISS3 Simple structure great effect To achieve a clear separation between the different functional units, we opted for two cuboid towers and a low connecting volume. The basic structure of the building also allows for a simple realisation in terms of structural engineering and a fast, efficient construction. The unique character of the building is created by the special facade design, which ensures a high recognition value and gives the building... More

With more than two and a half million customers, PostFinance is one of  Switzerland’s leading financial institutions operating at the forefront of the latest online banking trends. This innovative retail bank wanted to take a step forward by creating a new concept of corpo-satellite workspaces open to staff, collaborators and partners in order to promote faster collaboration and agile working. SpeedUp Space is a future-oriented network of collaboration hubs spread over different cities encouraging interaction between diverse teams, in line with PostFinance’s values and emerging hybrid work modalities. Studio Banana not only led the successful transformation of the pilot site at Bern Central Station, but also a second one a... More

This new five-story regional headquarters building and retail bank occupies a prominent location just west of Corpus Christi Bay–a significant addition to Shoreline Boulevard heading north into the downtown area. The basic massing composition of the project consists of an elegantly-proportioned and detailed metal and glass office block, raised on columns to evoke the sense that it is floating above the surrounding landscape. This block is open to the north, east, and south to maximize views to downtown and across the expanse of the bay. Bold, solid masses located on the west side visually anchor the building, and a transparent, open, and welcoming vertical stair is carefully placed on the northwest side to mark the primary entrance.... More

Thanks to PCA-STREAM’s project, the complex at 173–175 Haussmann recovers urban legibility that measuring up to its exceptional location a stone’s throw away from Place de l’Étoile, magnified by a majestic entrance at the bow of the building. ©Jean-Philippe Mesguen pour PCA-STREAM ©Jean-Philippe Mesguen pour PCA-STREAM Finally brought together in a coherent manner, via an overhaul of distribution, the new complex offers floors that are flexible, open, bright, and pleasant, fitted out by RF Studio with a view to addressing the challenges of tomorrow’s workspaces. They are supplemented with outstanding common areas designed by PCASTREAM, including a triple-height atrium serving as a ne... More

Capitec Bank, one of the largest and most progressive banks in Africa, has unveiled its innovative new headquarters, iKhaya, meaning ‘home’ in Xhosa. Designed by multidisciplinary studio, dhk Architects, the three-storey curvilinear building is defined by its dynamic interior architecture, which embodies the company’s progressive outlook and embraces the concept of agile working. Striking and otherworldly, dhk’s holistic architectural approach considers both the exterior and interior to optimise corporate expenditure, internal flow and sustainability - demonstrating that commercial offices can be innovative and cost-effective while driving operational efficiencies.   Capitec’s success and growth over tim... More