Architect and Builder Oct/Nov 2017 | Page 67

areas whilst more muted colours with splashes of colour can be found in the break away and team rooms. The staff café, the heart of the company, encourages different divisions to gather, socialise and interact. The café also doubles up as a space for client functions. A large outdoor atrium offers outdoor seating and umbrellas for informal interaction between employees and their clients. Shared meeting areas promote interaction between employees from various teams as they cross paths when using the facilities. Coffee stops have been placed in the centre of the building on The MediaShop each floor to create easy access for all. These informal pause areas serve as a refreshment station as well as an informal workspace for casual meetings throughout the day. Summary The MediaShop wanted an office space that showcased their team’s professionalism and outside-the-box thinking. The office space was designed to meet their objectives by providing design solutions that would improve productivity and provide better communication between employees. 67