Wie gelingt es, in der Back-to-Office-Bewegung erfolgreich zu sein? Eine Möglichkeit: Die Begegnungen im Büro wieder zum Erlebnis und echten Mehrwert zu machen – zum Beispiel durch eine stilvolle und inspirierende Mitarbeiter-Lounge, wie sie architare für das Medizintechnik-Unternehmen Admedes am Hauptstandort in Pforzheim geplant und realisiert hat.
Objective
Redesign of an employee lounge
at the headquarters of Admedes GmbH in Pforzheim
Task
Planning and implementation
Performance
Brands used:
Furnishing
Acoustic system
Lighting
Textiles, Carpets & Wallpaper
The company, a pioneer in medical technology consistently relies on a warm atmosphere and an exemplary work culture in which around 850 employees treat each other with respect. At the same time, it is important to Admedes to create a working environment that promotes the development of employees and offers space for innovation - and always in harmony with an optimal work-life balance.
This corporate philosophy is now clearly reflected in the employee lounge, which the architare team planned and implemented under the leadership of Nora Johnson. Living corporate culture becomes visible and noticeable here.
Versatile zones for relaxing, co-working and celebrating
The rooftop lounge, affectionately known by Admedes employees covers around 75 square meters on the top floor of the company building. The lounge opens generously onto a terrace with an idyllic view of the countryside and an adjacent est.
Originally conceived as an unused passage space with a minimalist interior, the rooftop lounge was transformed into four carefully thought-out zones with precise planning. Each of these zones serves different purposes, from an attractive kitchen area to a relaxing oasis of well-being to the central area, which is ideal for spontaneous meetings in small groups. Also not to forget the lounge in the main area, which is ideal for hosting events and small celebrations.
Kitchen Area: Jungle themes for the coffee break
The kitchen area with bar tables and bar stools is designed to meet your colleague for an espresso. With dark green print wallpaper and liana-like lights, an atmosphere in urban jungle style was created. The dark floor picks up the colors of the surrounding nature and supports the relaxed mood.
DIE ROOFTOP-LOUNGE BY ADMEDES
REPRESENTS A PERFECT SYMBIOSIS
OF RELAXING, COWORKING AND CELEBRATING.
IT OFFERS A UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE
FOR EMPLOYEES.
Oasis of well-being: a place of peace and inspiration
The feel-good oasis is equipped with various sofa modules and height-adjustable side tables and offers space for retreat and concentrated individual work. The design in warm sandy colors evokes associations with a sand dune from which you can enjoy a wide view. Through the spacious windows you can look out over the greenery and the adjacent forest.
Middle Area: Space for communication and co-working
The middle area forms a communicative island in the room with armchairs and flexible stools. The Outline Highback Sofa from Muuto enriches this zone with its high backrest, which provides both visual and acoustic insulation. This is the ideal place for exchanging ideas or working together in a relaxed lounge atmosphere.
Main area: Airy harmony and organic design
The spacious main area is dominated by organic shapes and curves as we know them from nature. The minimalist furnishings, combined with a striking wall design create an airy atmosphere. This area deliberately creates a counterpoint to the angular office furniture and has a harmonious and calming effect. The comfortable lounge area not only serves as a meeting point for team meetings, but is also often used for small celebrations and events.
Variety of shapes: carpets as a design element
The carpets from Object Carpet play a key role in dividing the individual zones. Angular shapes in the kitchen area and the feel-good oasis create contrasts to the round, organic shapes in the lounge and middle area. The use of pebble shapes and semicircles also gives the room a special aesthetic touch that is rather unusual for standard office spaces.
Precision and expertise: How details make the difference
The finest details optimize the functionality of the rooftop lounge. Carbon curtains along the glass walls provide privacy and create a clear separation between work and relaxation areas.
The sound-absorbing acoustic lights on the ceiling ensure a quiet working atmosphere and promote concentrated work. At the same time, they create a more intimate atmosphere by visually reducing the room height. Another clever detail is the placement of the acoustic lights on the ceiling corresponds to the perimeter of the carpets below, reinforcing the visual demarcation of the different areas.
Admedes Rooftop Lounge: Design and corporate culture combined
The Admedes rooftop lounge is a place of relaxation and regeneration for employees, while also promoting more flexible work routines and strengthening social and professional networking.
Last but not least, the carefully selected furnishings with designer furniture, high-quality carpets, wallpapers and curtains reflect the high regard for the employees and thus represent the culture and identity of the company. In the words of architare project manager Nora Johnson: “The rooftop lounge is an inspiring and effective space that focuses on the needs of employees.”
