Office interiors

“Building on the design approach from our previous collaboration with the client, we centred our narrative around the themes of nature and wellness. The client's dedication to promoting a healthy lifestyle is reflected through the incorporation of organic forms and a colour scheme inspired by natural elements.” - Lorène Faure, co-founder of Bean Buro “By integrating bespoke elements, biophilic design, and acoustic considerations, we created a cohesive space that not only celebrates the client's brand but also fosters a sense of community, growth, and harmony between customers and employees.” - Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui, co-founder of Bean Buro Bricksbegin Bricksbegin Bricksbegin Bricksbegin T... More

“We wanted to create a space that would be instantly recognisable as Anglo-Eastern — grounded in brand identity but uplifted by gentle, sensory moments like the ship bells, maritime photography, and rippling ceiling textures.” — Lorène Faure, co-founder of Bean Buro Daniel Koh “We saw this project as an opportunity to express the poetic strength of the sea within a refined workplace environment — sculptural, confident, and deeply rooted in Anglo-Eastern’s identity.” — Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui, co-founder of Bean Buro Daniel Koh Daniel Koh The Brief: Anchoring Identity Across Borders Anglo-Eastern, one of the world's leading ship management companies, commissioned us... More

“The design narrative for Warner Music Taiwan’s new workplace centres on the harmonious integration of a global brand identity with the rich cultural heritage of Taiwan. Our approach creates an engaging and vibrant workspace that not only reflects Warner Music’s international ethos but also pays homage to local traditions and aesthetics.” Caption — Lorène Faure, co-founder of Bean Buro “The project places sustainability and well-being at its core, without compromising on quality or design integrity. The result is a fluid, adaptable space that fosters both personal inspiration and collective collaboration – a true embodiment of Warner Music’s commitment to nurturing and celebratin... More

Amphora’s new Dubai headquarters blurs the boundaries between work and home and sets a new benchmark for office design Earlier in 2024, architecture and design focused marketing consultancy Amphora opened the doors to its Dubai office in the Kia Flagship Building on Sheikh Zayed Road. Designed to feel like home, the space is the vision of Amphora’s Founder Miriam Llano, brought to life by her partner, Portuguese designer Frederico Cruz, who serves as Design Director at one of the world’s leading developers and operators of luxury hospitality properties. Natelee Cocks Founded in 2023, Amphora has over the last year carved a niche for itself as one of the few agencies in the MENA region focused on the design and archi... More

Located in Exchange Square, Phnom Penh’s premier office district, our latest project for the Agence Française de Développement reflects a sophisticated approach to modern workspace design. The neutral color palette creates an atmosphere of calm and elegance. Robert Kleiner Robert Kleiner The Room Architecture and Design Robert Kleiner Prioritizing both functionality and adaptability, the office features modular lounges that can be effortlessly reconfigured to support collaboration or focused work. Dedicated zones for formal meetings, informal gatherings, and private focus booths ensure a balance between openness and seclusion, catering to various work styles and needs. This design delivers a refined,... More

Owned by the Swedish State, the Rosenbad is a historic building located in central Stockholm, specifically in the Norrmalm precinct. The building was designed in 1902 by Art Nouveau architect Ferdinand Boberg. This building features ornate sculptural stonework characteristic of the Art Nouveau style. Its name, which translates "rosen bath" in Swedish, reflects the elegance and artistic flair that define this architectural period. Banker Wire Banker Wire The building underwent renovation in the autumn of 2018 and was completed in 2023 to merge the historic architecture with modern decor. In collaboration with the talented team at Ahrbom & Partner, Pahlfer played a crucial role in bringing this ambitious project to fruition. Ta... More

“Inspiration for the design was drawn from elements of nature, skins, and softness, which informed the colour palette, rounded geometries, and unique details.” — Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui, co-founder of Bean Buro Bean Buro “This soothing narrative allowed the design to incorporate abstract wall patterns, custom door handles, and delicate touches of colour throughout the space.” — Lorène Faure, co-founder of Bean Buro Bean Buro The Brief: Sculpting a Comfortable and Inspiring Oasis We were approached by our client, Project E Beauty, to create a transformative workplace design that prioritised comfort, inspiration, and sophistication at their Hong Kong operational site. Located in an industria... More

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Baner, a mere 550-square-foot real estate sanctuary boldly transcends spatial constraints, embodying a pragmatic blend of efficiency and elegance. Confronting the challenge of integrating diverse functions within a limited space head-on, this office emerges as a testament to resourceful design – an ode to practicality with a touch of timeless sophistication. Hemant Patil Upon entry, the strategic placement of glass partitions immediately captures attention, harnessing natural light from the single window that bathes entirety of the office in warm sunlight during the day. The waiting area sets the tone, a modest introduction where chic armchairs beckon clients into a journey through an office that... More

Align Design and Architecture has completed a high-spec 11,000 sq ft scheme for a leading global insurance company, high up in a glass-and-steel tower in the heart of the City of London. The scheme includes evocative cues inspired by the company’s Bermuda HQ location, as well as incorporating many wisdoms from the 3,000-year-old practice of Feng Shui. The latter finds form in the site plan and the placing of key activities within that, as well as through intriguing curved wall and ‘dragon’s tail’ corridor shapes. Many bespoke fixtures and features, meanwhile, from sand and sea blue colouring to ripple-effect glass and wall treatments, scallop-edged bespoke joinery and bespoke, stalactite-inspired lights, refer to the... More

“Driven by wellbeing, the proposed solution focuses on enhancing employee interaction and connection to nature through a cascading seating platform that allows views of the surroundings. Additional features include window bay seating for panoramic views of the mountains and a meeting room designed to mimic a house in the woods, thereby blending functionality with eco-friendly design.” — Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui, co-founder of Bean Buro Bean Buro   “The choice of materials - natural timber in long walls and ceilings, leather for cabinets and window seating, and cork fabric for wall coverings and cushions - reinforces our commitment to a nature-inspired design. The use of green hues reflects the nearby greenery... More

“To make the most of the generous view of iconic Marina Bay in the open plan workplace, we ensured the design maximised views out, allowing the majority of the workforce and visitors to enjoy the scenery.” - Lorène Faure, co-founder of Bean Buro Daniel Koh “The key was to strike a delicate balance of creating a very strong company identity through the use of colours, gentry, signages and still ensuring the workplace is a comfortable and soothing work setting.” - Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui, co-founder of Bean Buro Daniel Koh Daniel Koh The Brief: Adapting the ‘DNA’ for a humanistic spaceWarner Music appointed Bean Buro to design a new workplace for their operations in Singapore. The brie... More

The complete refurbishment of Stopford House for Stockport Council by Manchester-based designers SpaceInvader has now been shortlisted for a BCO North Award 2023. Stopford House is a key asset in Stockport Council’s workplace estate and was purpose-built in 1975 to accommodate a wide range of Council services. The Brutalist-style, 6-storey building, which has a net internal area of 72,505 sq ft, features concrete external panelling that matches the council’s Neo-Wren Town Hall building directly opposite. When the Council came to SpaceInvader in late 2020 to carry out an initial workplace strategic review, this included assessing the building’s current and ongoing fitness for purpose. After a thorough examination of the bu... More

Warner Music Hong Kong 2.0“Music Box” “An objective we successfully achieved in this project was articulating various acoustic solutions for this music-filled workplace and allowing it to be agile and flexible.” - Lorène Faure, co-founder of Bean Buro “The mood & feel concept was to create a higher sense of hospitality, well-being, and collaboration ability via state-of-the-art acoustic and IT solutions for a high degree of agility and a variety of work settings.”- Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui, co-founder of Bean Buro Bean Buro The Brief: An evolved workplace for an advanced companyWarner Music has returned to Bean Buro to design a new office for their growing team in Hong Kong, as the team... More