Undoubtedly, what distinguishes these offices from the conventional type is Studio11’s bold interior design which relies on intense splashes of colour, integral graphics and contrasting materials in order to create a work environment that is both stimulating and pleasing. Take colour for example, which has been used to distinguish between different zones and functions: set against a uniformly painted off-white backdrop, including floors, furniture and even ceiling air ducts, cables and light fittings, and occasionally delineated by bold geometric lines, vibrant patches of primary colours whimsically stand out, creating a three-dimensional canvas of striking graphical power that can only be described as Mondrian-esque. Similarly, the use of materials such as glossy ceramic tiles and velvet upholstery sumptuously pop out against the prevailing matte finishes.

At the reception, the company’s logo, rendered in neon, glimmers against a tiled backdrop of deep blue which along with a bright red surface in the background create a memorable juxtaposition. On the same floor, the communal kitchen stands out with its radiant yellow cabinetry and polished stainless steel counters. Upstairs, the first floor is dominated by mint and emerald hues, with splashes of blue in a central lounge area, while on the second floor, the designers have once again used yellow highlights along with mint and teal.

The graphic sensibility of the colour application is matched by the graphical nature of the bespoke navigation system that the designers have developed. Inspired by board games where players follow a certain route, multiple bold lines on the floor lead visitors to their destination by bending around corners, turning right or left, or circumventing obstacles. This innovative signage concept adds to the playful sensibility of the interior design while also tapping into the emerging trend of gamification in the workplace, nothing less than what we’d expect from an up-and-coming high tech company such as this.