Archetech Issue 42 2019 | Page 84

A dynamic square light fitting from ALW mimics the table shape below and attracts users’ attention. The addition of greenery and planting creates an indoor-outdoor feel and also connects the space to the floor below, via the same ‘upside-down’ planting detail from Boskke. CLIENT SUMMARY: The client’s Head of Infrastructure Technology and Business Services - EMEA said of the designs that ‘align really hit the mark, creating inspiring workspaces containing light touches of design that are both aesthetic and functional. Meeting rooms contain acoustic pendant lights to improve audio performance and collaboration spaces utilise movable walls, tables and booths to create multi-purpose and flexible spaces that users can change themselves. In business areas, quality lighting, sit-to-stand desks and clear lines of sight improve wellbeing. Enhancements to the quiet working area carried the outdoor theme up the building, creating a clearly defined space utilising carpeting, wall treatments and booths that look great, but also deliver on noise reduction in an open atrium environment. We judge our spaces by how they make people feel, think and act. The feedback from the business has been exceptional and we believe the change to how people feel about the work environment is clear. With align we have created spaces for people to focus and the increased use of the collaboration zones has driven greater interaction across business groups.’ www.aligngb.com