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Office transformation

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about office transformation

Project • By PLH ARKITEKTER A/SHotels

Venders Copenhagen Hotel Apartments

On the corner of Nørre Voldgade and Vendersgade, visitors to Copenhagen are welcomed into an apartment hotel that blends timeless charm and character with every modern comfort. Here, guests can enjoy an exclusive stay in a building that tells its own unique story. Rikke Westesen Rikke Westesen Function reimagined, history preservedIn the heart of Copenhagen, several office buildings were to be transformed into hotel apartments. Originally dating back to 1880 and 1881, the buildings had not only served as offices but had also previously housed grand apartments. With respect for its history, the function was reimagined and transformed, while the charm and uniqueness was carefully preserved. Rikke Westesen Rikke Weste... More

Project • By Space RefineryOffices

BECI

BECI's redesigned ground floor - our third project together - is an inviting oasis that encourages interaction and accommodates diverse activities. The biophilic design creates a cozy, vibrant atmosphere and connects to the first and second floors through a consistent vision. Space Refinery Top 3 priorities - Create a flexible space to support different types of gatherings and work modes- Foster a sense of community and encourage interaction among BECI members- Design an attractive environment that draws members in Space Refinery Look & feel Biophilic, cozy and inviting Special touches - Oasis-inspired concept with abstracted mountains, vegetation, and water themes- Cozy custom curved bench with integrated plants- Deep-g... More

Project • By Prostorne taktikeOffices

Home@Work

The project task involves the reconstruction of the office space on the ground floor of a residential building, covering an area of 42 m², to accommodate the work and life of a multimedia artist. The main design parameter was to maximize the versatility of the space through budget-friendly solutions. The primary purpose of the space is to serve as a hybrid: primarily a photography studio, a living area for a certain period, and a venue for various gatherings. Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Darko Škrobonja Since the investor is active in the film and video industry on a large scale, the de... More

NewsNews • 14 Jan 2024

Helen & Hard transforms former petroleum HQ into a flexible and sustainable workspace

Norwegian architectural studio Helen & Hard has transformed the former headquarters of the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate into a contemporary workspace for Innoasis, a hub for urban innovation. Built in 1978, the property at Sverdrups gate 27 in Stavanger is now a flexible and sustainable workspace utilized by start-ups, established companies, and academics, all with a focus on creating solutions for a green transition. Sindre Ellingsen Original facade: Helen & Hard Helen & Hard’s approach to the transformation focused on preserving the original building. The studio explains: “The building had a rational plan and a clear and legible industrial building system made up of concrete columns and DT ri... More

Project • By Vilhelm Lauritzen ArchitectsOffices

Warehouse 48

Once the building was a 1920’s harbour side warehouse with visible installations and small window apertures – now it is the contemporary and bright architecture studio of Vilhelm Lauritzen Architects and continue to reference its industrial past.The red brick warehouse was originally built for the East Asian Company. Yet, the 1,800m2, open storage room continuously changed over time into an expression characterised by various periods and needs. The building’s red brick façade was kept intact in the renovation. To the north, west, and south, new windows were established in new holes in the masonry, on a par with the remainder of Pakhus 48. This provides a vast influx of natural light to the indoor spaces and offers... More

NewsNews • 24 Jun 2022

Amsterdam’s iconic Droogbak building transformed into a 21st-century office space for a prestigious law firm

An iconic 19th-century building next to Amsterdam Central Station, Droogbak has been transformed into a 21st-century office space for the law firm Clifford Chance. The design was undertaken by KCAP as architects with interiors by Fokkema & Partners. Bram Vreugdenhil The focal point was to create a future-proof monument that enables a new way of working. Bram Vreugdenhil The renovation aims to modernize the iconic building’s internal climate and acoustics but above all, enable a new way of working, providing spaces for informal encounters and social interaction.  Bram Vreugdenhil The delicate but impactful interventions undertaken retain original elements and make them visible where possible. Spatial and visu... More