Up to 30 companies applied for the current year of the OFFICE ROKA competition. A five-member expert jury evaluated and rated the individual spaces and agreed on the top ten that will advance to the finals. The registered projects once again brought new ideas, inspirations and solutions to the administrative sector. Let's mention, for example, architecturally sensitively rebuilt rooms with respect for the original state, conceptual layouts for a hybrid work style, reuse of original furniture, treadmills behind adjustable tables, a hidden bed in the relaxation room, as well as clever ways to quickly divide spaces.
I am glad that so many companies entered the competition this year. This is proof that the interest in a quality working environment is constantly increasing. The pandemic has helped people realize how much the space in which they spend time affects them. Employers who work, for example, with elements of biophilic design, which help reduce stress and increase productivity, are beginning to reflect on this. We had the opportunity to see imaginative spaces and offices, whether they were small companies or corporations.
– a bright minimalist space with interior elements that optically divide it into two working parts. Within the furniture set there is a transition to the background. Characteristic is the amorphous lamp and the return to the original layout and appearance of the building's facade.
– an airy space with an industrial character and recognition of real materials. Several dividing structures are made of glass or just furniture, in order to maximize the amount of storage space. Appropriate acoustic comfort is created by the application of textiles and special panels.
– the new headquarters built on natural elements, efficiency and flexibility. There are smart technologies, quiet rooms, a kitchenette and two terraces. Natural light complements lighting with biodynamic properties. Almost 80% of the furniture from the former office will continue to serve after modification.
– the space brings together design, technology and people. The meeting rooms are recognizable by their colors and paintings by Slovak artists. Common spaces are decorated with quotes and patterns that reflect the brand and its culture. There is also a relaxation room with relaxing activities and a bed.
– the modern and design-clean interior is divided into two main zones. The ground floor is a kind of welcoming zone for visits and meetings with partners, where there is also a children's corner for the smallest visitors. The heart of the premises is a sunny work zone on the first floor with a kitchen, acoustic telephone booths and relaxation areas.
- a cozy and at the same time flexible environment of an innovative technology company that can respond to the needs of teams. The "home-like-feeling office" concept for hybrid work models is mainly characterized by a relaxed atmosphere, openness, dialogue and cooperation at all levels.
- multifunctional H2O cowork in the building of a former unused water plant. The workspaces have several informal zones, social rooms, kitchens and a fitness room with changing rooms and showers. In the interior in Boho style, natural materials prevail, which are complemented by greenery and yellow accessories.
– the offices have good accessibility and a suitable size. The monochromatic color scheme of the interior does not disturb the clients, who feel comfortable, safe and their confidence in the services of the office increases. The unique elements are the stone as part of the reception table and the pampas flowers.
- the design connects the industrial premises of power plants with offices. Several elements, such as graphic stickers or artifacts, are created on the basis of original elements, drawings. The space has a terrace, a visitor and relaxation zone, a cafe, several types of offices and meeting rooms.
– the space for the marketing agency is divided into zones with defined purposes. It supports the comfort of employees and teams in the form of longitudinal seating next to the windows, LED lighting, a custom-designed kitchen with bar seating, a relaxation zone and various furniture sets.
The premises of the ten finalists confirm that companies are paying more and more attention to workplaces. They are the company's first business card in front of partners and clients. However, they are also a key part of employer branding and company culture. The extremely positive news is that the finalists approached the creation of spaces with respect for their own history, their own DNA, but also with respect for the history of the place and the buildings. Each space is so unique. In the course of April, all premises will be personally visited by a jury composed of: Mgr. Milena Bobeková, PhD., owner and manager of ALPE Euroservice s.r.o.®, Ing. Peter Gróf, Head of Workplace Strategy at CBRE Slovakia, Ing. arch. Lukáš Kordík, co-founder of the GutGut studio, who leads the Kordík Studio at the Faculty of Architecture of the Czech Technical University, prof. Ing. Veronika Kotradyová, PhD., pedagogue, researcher and project manager, Faculty of Architecture and Design STU in Bratislava and Mgr. Michal Matloň, an architectural psychologist who works at theLivingCore.
After visiting the premises of the finalists, he will select the winners in the usual four categories: Innovative office, Office as a company's DNA, Healthy office and Absolute winner OFFICE OF THE YEAR. Let's remember last year's winners https://www.officeroka.sk/vitazi
