Halkin Offices
The company Halkin Offices prides itself on its location in prestigious London locations. Their buildings are always divided into common areas, private offices, and coworking spaces. Halkin clients can rent private spaces while simultaneously benefiting from free access to the shared ones.
I was given complete creative freedom to transform four floors of empty commercial space totaling almost 35,000 square feet (about 3,250 m²) into a flexible, next-generation workspace solution. As with all projects, I carefully considered the building's location, its history, and structural solutions. The building is constructed as a reinforced concrete skeleton from the early 20th century, clad in Portland stone (a type of limestone quarried in Britain). It is filled with traditional motifs of the Greek goddess Athena. This inspired me to create a central theme around a classical library, a center of knowledge, success, and collaboration, as well as a quiet refuge from the bustling, impersonal streets of the Bank district. Attention also had to be paid to the building's prominent position as the "gateway to the city." No. 68 is displayed to everyone passing north across London Bridge. It is an important Grade II listed building. The style, textures, and materials were therefore carefully selected to complement the building's heritage. Green velvet and sandy-toned leather cover most of our upholstery, while brass details enhance each space from lighting to handles. No less important are the striking surfaces of marble and custom wooden furniture, from our wooden libraries to tables in the meeting rooms.
Just as the design demanded opulence, I knew that comfort and friendliness were required in every successful workspace. A large number of vibrant plants were incorporated into the design along with bright "off white" tones on the carpets and other smaller details to uplift the entire palette and provide a bright, oxygenated workspace. The walls are clad in wooden panels combined with clay painting in earthy shades. The building is interesting in that it has an atrium connecting the 5th to 7th floors, a remnant of its earlier use as a department store.
The success of our project is defined by the quality of the design and the details of the final product, which has recently marked the rental office industry. I wanted to create a new precedent for their product for the owners, one that would instill a genuine desire in people to work in their building. Therefore, the design had to take into account every requirement a potential client might have.
There are plenty of comfortable relaxation zones such as a breakout lounge, 4 kitchenettes, dining areas, and reception. There are many private phone booths, each with power, a small work desk, and seating. There are six well-equipped meeting rooms, from an intimate one for four to a large meeting room for twenty around an impressive custom table with integrated outlets and chargers. The design incorporates the latest available technology to meet the needs of modern work. Our custom-made coworking tables are equipped with monitors. The design includes further plans for a complete transformation of the terrace into an outdoor, relaxation-work zone, as well as an event space.
To achieve the highest quality, collaboration with key team members at Halkin was essential, from operations and sales to IT and marketing. Their valuable insights and experiences influenced the shaping of individual elements in the interior and resulted in the creation of an ideal environment not only for their clients but also for the staff operating the building.
The success of the final product is also confirmed by the fact that 40% of the rentable space was leased within a few days of pre-sales while construction was still ongoing. Our commitment to pushing the boundaries of design to exceed client expectations has been successful.
I was given complete creative freedom to transform four floors of empty commercial space totaling almost 35,000 square feet (about 3,250 m²) into a flexible, next-generation workspace solution. As with all projects, I carefully considered the building's location, its history, and structural solutions. The building is constructed as a reinforced concrete skeleton from the early 20th century, clad in Portland stone (a type of limestone quarried in Britain). It is filled with traditional motifs of the Greek goddess Athena. This inspired me to create a central theme around a classical library, a center of knowledge, success, and collaboration, as well as a quiet refuge from the bustling, impersonal streets of the Bank district. Attention also had to be paid to the building's prominent position as the "gateway to the city." No. 68 is displayed to everyone passing north across London Bridge. It is an important Grade II listed building. The style, textures, and materials were therefore carefully selected to complement the building's heritage. Green velvet and sandy-toned leather cover most of our upholstery, while brass details enhance each space from lighting to handles. No less important are the striking surfaces of marble and custom wooden furniture, from our wooden libraries to tables in the meeting rooms.
Just as the design demanded opulence, I knew that comfort and friendliness were required in every successful workspace. A large number of vibrant plants were incorporated into the design along with bright "off white" tones on the carpets and other smaller details to uplift the entire palette and provide a bright, oxygenated workspace. The walls are clad in wooden panels combined with clay painting in earthy shades. The building is interesting in that it has an atrium connecting the 5th to 7th floors, a remnant of its earlier use as a department store.
The success of our project is defined by the quality of the design and the details of the final product, which has recently marked the rental office industry. I wanted to create a new precedent for their product for the owners, one that would instill a genuine desire in people to work in their building. Therefore, the design had to take into account every requirement a potential client might have.
There are plenty of comfortable relaxation zones such as a breakout lounge, 4 kitchenettes, dining areas, and reception. There are many private phone booths, each with power, a small work desk, and seating. There are six well-equipped meeting rooms, from an intimate one for four to a large meeting room for twenty around an impressive custom table with integrated outlets and chargers. The design incorporates the latest available technology to meet the needs of modern work. Our custom-made coworking tables are equipped with monitors. The design includes further plans for a complete transformation of the terrace into an outdoor, relaxation-work zone, as well as an event space.
To achieve the highest quality, collaboration with key team members at Halkin was essential, from operations and sales to IT and marketing. Their valuable insights and experiences influenced the shaping of individual elements in the interior and resulted in the creation of an ideal environment not only for their clients but also for the staff operating the building.
The success of the final product is also confirmed by the fact that 40% of the rentable space was leased within a few days of pre-sales while construction was still ongoing. Our commitment to pushing the boundaries of design to exceed client expectations has been successful.
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