Open workspaces, creativity and lighting ambiences define the offices of Sauvage TV in Barcelona with the help of Plusminus

For some time now the office sector has taken on radical new directions in developing interior design spaces. Far from the typical configuration of closed layouts and limited flow of personnel these new proposals conceived by architectural and interior design practices put the wellbeing of workers at the forefront, from that starting point the most appropriate environment is designed where functionality becomes as healthy as possible, creating atmospheres where human emotion accompanies daily work-related tasks.

And this was a prerequisite for the audiovisual company Sauvage TV when they asked Vania Gaetti to design their offices for the Catalan capital. The unique location within an old industrial warehouse dating back to the previous century, known locally as Can Illa, occupies an entire city block in Barcelona’s 22@ district.

The original building features a 7000 sqft floor plate, generous open space, excellent ventilation and superior natural lighting, as well as the architectural value of the building.

With the combination of all these unique characteristics provided within the historic complex, the office refurbishment and design project was complemented by a perfectly measured approach that combines an eye-catching industrial brutalist style, a colour scheme of striking primary tones, and a layout that reflects the different work requirements, with lighting as the guiding thread that wraps around the spaces and connects them skilfully.

This large hangar is organised around a central corridor that runs along the entire longitudinal axis, connecting the various spaces such as the large coworking space, closed off areas for recording, meeting rooms, private offices etc.

The versatility of the Plusminus lighting system, conceived by the Diez Office, is the perfect complement with this mixture of ambiences, thanks to the possibility of choosing different light fittings that can adapt to any need or scenario, where the textile belt is a key piece.

The creative lighting offered by this design is similar to other works that Sauvage TV are known for, playing with the visual impact of the spherical lights and linear diffusers depending on whether they are suspended or arranged vertically.

The former provides more organised and calming ambiences that aid concentration, while the latter create a more informal mood for spaces that accommodate social activities.

And in all cases the earthy colour scheme chosen for Plusminus matches some of the furniture elements and the glazed partitions profiles.

During working hours and more especially during the late afternoon the day light evokes an atmosphere of wellbeing, one that promotes productivity, and after sunset each of the spaces is transformed through creative and functional luminous ambiences, customised to each work setting, without affecting the goal of supporting employee’s sensations when work rituals are finished for the day.

Credits:
– Project by: Vania Gaetti
– Photography by: Salva López