What is the ‘big (IDEA)’ behind this project?
The big idea was to create a space ‘where ideas grow’ – a place to inspire innovative ideas in a comfortable, unique, yet flexible, environment. The space challenges the way we look at and think about learning spaces within a contemporary society. The green algae wall feature and light boxes used throughout the reception symbolise the need to grow and conveys the clients underlining purpose ‘for building futures’.

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What is the ‘big (IDEA)’ behind this project?
Savills is the result of an amalgamation of a property advisory business and a project management company. This union created the need for a larger site to accommodate both businesses; more importantly it also heralded a new direction for the company. The bold use of Savills’ corporate colours instantly communicates the company’s dynamic culture. A bright yellow bulkhead creates a striking and memorable feature on entry.

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What is the ‘big (IDEA)’ behind this project?
Providing a functional and durable yet stylish and contemporary fitout that reflects the high value Mitsui places on its employees. All workstations and community areas are oriented toward the 40th floor views. The main utilitarian areas were allocated to the central core of the building, using glazed or open fronts where possible to take advantage of the natural light. Materials include natural stone and fabric wall panels, and translucent coloured glass divider panels and decorative opaque glazed walls are featured.

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What is the ‘big (IDEA)’ behind this project?
With increasing space requirements and a need to update and refresh its existing premises, ING Direct required a new fitout reflecting the company’s values and direction. The response was a bold and dynamic signature that could be applied to each floor of the building. In keeping with ‘The Orange Way’ the striking use of the company’s brand colour creates a memorable experience for the viewer.

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What is the ‘big (IDEA)’ behind this project?
To produce an iconic yet unusual renovation to a five-floor office. A lively atmosphere is created at the entrance with the unceremonious crossing of employee, client and guest paths, emphasised by artwork, books and fresh coffee. ‘Carved’ from a solid block of timber, the lobby extends to the building perimeter (a play on the client’s logo). Simple and honest materials of grey limestone, rift oak panelling and paper shaded floor lamps accentuate the human activity and provide a sophisticated yet informal office.

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What is the ‘big (IDEA)’ behind this project?
The new AXA workplace aspired to achieve a strategic direction based on celebrating and reinforcing the AXA culture. Maintaining diversity whilst acknowledging culture variance became a key project challenge. As a design metaphor, ‘Fold’ encompasses ideas revolving around greater teamwork and partnering, ‘to bring into the fold’. ‘Fold’ became a concept representing the broader notions of community, unity and togetherness.

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