Crafted across 500sq.ft area within a defined budget, the JD Office based in New Delhi evokes a quirky yet youthful charm
Co-working spaces are quite a rage these days. Many individuals are turning their spaces into ready to move office spaces. The JD Office based in New Delhi is one such space. Designed by groupDCA the client was keen to offer this space individual firms on lease. The designers were tasked with the challenge to conceive a space that is quirky yet youthful, and at the same time exhibited comprehensive functionality for startups and digital setups.
The design intent had to be narrated within a 500sq.ft area. No overshoots were allowed on the defined budget and the office space has been carved out in a manner that offers an energetic and functionally viable space which would up the ante for workspaces for young entrepreneurs. Even though the budget was a constraint groupDCA made it viable to deliver a vibrant design which exuberates with energy and enthusiasm for the youngsters to perform.
The design narrative showcases a varied use of materials, colors, textures along with suitable lighting create a symphony within the space, thereby accentuating the design quotient. The walls have been raised in raw concrete blocks and brick cladding, providing a rustic look. The ceiling has been crafted using wood, and it offers a decent degree of sound insulation.
One can see various styles of chairs lined along the community table in the centre. The counters are all done in mango wood with a steel black skinner finish, which enables a warm, yet contemporary aesthetic. The partitions have been created using ropes to demarcate the workstations, whilst allowing for visual access throughout the space.
The entire space is bathed in informal elements of design, while imbibing an overall formal ambiance. Along the length, glass cubicles line the common work space, enhancing visual transparency and openness. A community working table in the centre provides for team discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Unlike other office spaces, this office offers a common lounge to facilitate meetings and business discussions in place of a formal conference room. Each and every element is designed to tailor to time and cost effectiveness. The choice of materials is such that it is easy to install and maintain, while being in line with the contemporary aesthetic of a modern workplace. As a result, the office design is not only a satisfying experience for the client and the designer, but becomes a prototype and sets new benchmarks in the design of workspaces of this nature.
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