#biophilia
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Project • By Space Matrix • Offices
Opella
The challenge for the new Opella office was foundational: moving purposefully beyond its association with Sanofi. This project was conceived as a living narrative, a powerful statement of Opella's emerging vision. The design ambition was to visibly express a commitment to engineering wellness, blending the brand's new story with sustainability and future-focused functionality to create an environment that actively inspires focus and connection.
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A Welcoming, Transparent Threshold
The first impression challenges the predictability of a typical reception. Instead of a passive waiting zone, the space integrates planter-integrated seating, immediately conveying sustainability and warmth. The arrival is framed by a striking st... More
Project • By REFRESH*DESIGN Studio for Architecture • Social Housing
Habitat on Juers
Habitat on Juers is a social housing project with a difference and is part of the Queensland Government’s twenty social and affordable housing demonstration projects undertaken as a collaborative partnership between the Housing Partnerships Office, Building Asset Services and the Office of the Queensland Government Architect.
Ravens At Odds
Scott Burrows
Located in Logan City Habitat on Juers consists of sixteen adaptable and accessible units broken down into a mix of twelve on and two bedroom units and 4 two and three bedroom townhouse-like dwellings.
Scott Burrows
Scott Burrows
At a macro level the planning intent for the site was arrange the mass of the buildings into three north-south orientated independent c... More
Project • By Space Matrix • Offices
Pine Labs
Pine Labs, a pioneering fintech firm, recognised the need for a workplace that mirrored its innovative spirit and supported the evolving needs of its rapidly growing team. When they decided to reimagine their office in Koramangala, Bangalore with Space Matrix as their design and build partner, the goal was clear: to create a space that was not just functional, but inspiring, collaborative, and a reflection of their brand.
Space Matrix
Space Matrix
A Leap from the Ordinary
The new Pine Labs office is a testament to the power of design to transform a workspace. The 3D art wall in the reception area, adorned with the company's logo, immediately sets the tone for visitors. The use of Pine Labs' signature colours and design motifs th... More
Project • By INNOCAD architecture • Offices
THE GRID
The historic palace from 1860 was destroyed during World War II and rebuilt from 1952 to 1955 based on a design by architect Carl Appel. The new construction represents a classic architectural style from the 1950s. Our approach is to view projects holistically, placing people at the center. "Human-centered design" guides all our projects. The goal was to create an area-efficient, open office layout with high demands on room acoustics and quality. Therefore, the intention was to maximize the volume of space. Suspended ceilings were omitted in the open office structures. The increased ceiling area due to the cap ceiling was reinforced with fireproof plaster, which also meets the required sound absorption for the work zones, making the existin... More