IVSL - TOKYO
Client : Confidential
Location : Meguro, Tokyo
Program : Training centre, free-address office
Area : 2000m2
Scope : Design, PM
Year : 2023
Status : Built
Photos : Vincent Hecht
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The Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas once stated that when the program is established, the building reveals itself. For this project, we quickly developed a plan that includes three combinable training rooms located near the reception area, a call center, and several enclosed offices.
This left us with two large spaces designated as free-address areas.
On the eastern side of the building, structural columns create a challenging leftover space. To make use of this area, we decided to place phone booths between the columns, resulting in six nooks that support collaborative teamwork along the windows. This zone features a textured gray carpet, a gray-painted ceiling, and most of the furniture is also in gray shades.Between the enclosed rooms and the team spaces, we installed a series of touch-down desks, varying both the tables and seating options.
Some desks come equipped with wireless chargers, while others have stools or are height-adjustable. At the end of the free-address zone, we added a multifunctional café-kitchen.Additionally, we created a quiet zone where all workstations are enclosed with partitions. This area also features some height-adjustable desks. As suggested by its name, the quiet area is designed for those who need to concentrate on their tasks without the distractions of noise or phone calls.
On the eastern side of the building, structural columns create a challenging leftover space. To make use of this area, we decided to place phone booths between the columns, resulting in six nooks that support collaborative teamwork along the windows. This zone features a textured gray carpet, a gray-painted ceiling, and most of the furniture is also in gray shades.Between the enclosed rooms and the team spaces, we installed a series of touch-down desks, varying both the tables and seating options.
Some desks come equipped with wireless chargers, while others have stools or are height-adjustable. At the end of the free-address zone, we added a multifunctional café-kitchen.Additionally, we created a quiet zone where all workstations are enclosed with partitions. This area also features some height-adjustable desks. As suggested by its name, the quiet area is designed for those who need to concentrate on their tasks without the distractions of noise or phone calls.