The spatial planning endeavors to dissolve hierarchy by colliding spaces into an open office plan.
Located on Ring Road, near Wazirpur in Delhi, the office for Crystal Corporation Pvt. Ltd uses basic crisp forms from natural raw materials to achieve an earthy yet sophisticated aesthetic. The inspiration to opt for a completely green built form stemmed from the fact that the company is firmly rooted in agriculture and allied industries. Moreover, the client’s brief also emphasized showcasing the fundamental essence of the company.
The building is acoustically treated to shut off the noise whilst retaining views of the industrial surroundings. The first and second floor of the 34,000 sq ft structure houses the corporate offices, while the ground floor has been left undefined for future expansion. The reception area boasts of a reclaimed wooden reception table in front of a solid green wall flanked by strand-board wall cladding and a naturally illuminated and ventilated space, giving the visitor a first-hand peek into what lies ahead. The highlight of the entrance is a double-height area with a light well ushering in filtered light percolating through a passive solar device.
Concrete flooring juxtaposed against wooden slats and bamboo ceiling juxtaposed against reclaimed wooden flooring give an earthy and organic feel to different spaces, enveloping the office in a
basic, no-fuss way. Stripped-down furniture placed over green grass comprises the break-out areas, meticulously integrated within the overall facade design. Furthermore, spatial planning
endeavors to dissolve hierarchy by colliding spaces into an open office plan.
Interestingly, the central design revolves around a light well with filtered light percolating through a passive solar device, which helps collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat during winter while reducing cooling requirements during the summer. It also ‘crowns’ the office while maintaining a visual connection.
