“ the new Orange Côte d ’ Ivoire headquarters is innovative in its shape , suggestive of a golf ball , a subtle reminder of Abidjan ’ s renowned Riviera golf course .
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A strong environmental ambition . The approach of this project is part of a strong energetic and environmental strategy aimed at reducing energy consumption . The concern for the durability of the structures is reflected in the nature of the chosen materials for the most exposed structures on the façade . A sophisticated 40,000m ² double skin , consisting of 4,000 pieces , provides passive protection from direct sunlight and limits the amount of heat coming in from outside .
Indeed , the ambition of this project was to assert the leadership position of Orange through an innovative and timeless building , one that would translate the group ’ s presence and reach in West Africa . From the entrance , the atrium opens to the central garden , which serves as an immediate landmark for visitors and provides natural light to the entire building . The garden level hosts the conference center , shared meeting and training rooms , the restaurant , and the gym . On the upper floors , workspaces are divided between individual offices , small meeting rooms , and large co-working spaces ( with private areas specifically designed for small group meetings or individual cubicles ).
Architects : Koffi & Diabaté Architectes Area : 18181 m ² Year : 2022 Photographs : François Xavier-Gbré www . francoisxaviergbre . com Manufacturers : Fiandre , Cotto d ’ Este , Ecophon , MALERBA , Placo , Saint Gobain Gyproc Lead Architects : Guillaume Koffi , Issa Diabate
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From level 4 , each floor is equipped with outdoor spaces that allow employees to enjoy the majestic surrounding panorama all the while working or relaxing in the open air . The top floor of the headquarters , with a breathtaking view of the lagoon shore , houses the offices of the top management . The quality of the concrete walls led the architects to directly expose the rough-cast concrete structure . The use of concrete in its materiality brings a minimalist touch highlighting the duality of the building ’ s language , a subtle discourse between authenticity and hyper-connectivity .
Urban strategy and territory integration . Orange Village seeks , through the design approach , to highlight the urban landscape of Abidjan , becoming a reference building that structures , organizes , and sheds light on the Riviera Golf neighborhood ’ s urban master plan park . With its variable and tiered levels designed with respect to local urban planning regulations , the three-story building on the main entrance gradually rises to reach a five-story level on the lagoon side . The added extensive greenery on the roofs and fences also contributes to the building ’ s integration with its immediate surroundings .
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