Archetech Issue 61 2022 | Page 27

“ We took the local farmstead vernacular as a starting point for the visual aesthetic and used sustainable materials .

EDGE ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
creating an environment which fosters greater collaboration across the different teams and functions . This new space will enable a workplace strategy of nimbleness , agile working and wellness as the business continues to expand in the UK and globally . Our approach has been to use our connected expertise in brand , interiors and architecture , to embody the Joules brand values and ‘ the Joules way of life ’ across all aspects of the design . We have placed people and the Joules DNA at the heart , bringing the expression of the brand to life and providing layouts and facilities to encourage movement and wellbeing .
We also wanted to create a strong sense of place that respects the natural surroundings of the site and have designed the scheme as a human scale experience with the building and the landscape interacting in a symbiotic way . We took the local farmstead vernacular as a starting point for the visual aesthetic and used sustainable materials .”
“ At a time when many companies are questioning the purpose of the office , the idea of creating a centre of excellence still holds immense value and strategic importance for businesses .
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