ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
Solid sections are treated with limestone cladding , showcasing the building ’ s heritage .
The association ’ s premises are located at 181 rue de Tolbiac in the basement levels of a 9-floor residential building dating back to the 1960s . Originally closed off with opaque sills and translucent windows , the facade has undergone a complete transformation .
The facade renovation achieves two primary goals : engaging with the city by opening up to its immediate surroundings , and harmonizing with the existing limestone facade on the upper floors . The new reception areas feature extensive glass , contributing to the vibrancy of the neighbourhood and making the Association more visible . Solid sections are treated with limestone cladding , showcasing the building ’ s heritage . Fluted stones on the first floor throw the smooth surface of those on the ground floor into relief , playing with light and shadow .
Enhanced spatial and social relations The existing premises had three major flaws : offices without natural light , a lack of welcoming spaces , and a lack of connections between the floors . Removing floorspace around the existing staircases provides a breath of fresh air to the lobby , creating more visual connections between levels . This new interior layout infuses fluidity between reception spaces and work areas . Through the creation of shared offices , the functional reorganization has placed all offices with access to natural light with more workstations than before . In addition to traditional workspaces , a range of intermediate spaces ( coworking areas , gathering
spaces , dining areas , etc .) have been designed to encourage greater interaction , strengthen the association ’ s bonds , and foster innovative ways of working .
Diverse spaces , from public to confidential The functional organization of the new headquarters is divided by floor : on the ground floor , there are public spaces ( reception , meeting rooms , social areas , coworking spaces , and dining ), while the first floor houses workspaces for the association ’ s staff ( individual offices , shared offices , and open workspaces available to all ). The offices have
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