The Brief
Total South Africa’s head office is over 9 800m2 and accommodates over 500 employees. They required their offices to be renovated and re-designed to achieve the following:
- Reflect the global corporate identity of Total whilst keeping a local African theme
- Nurturing the new corporate identity of Total
- Improved efficiency
- Improved air quality and acoustics
The Result
The following was implemented for Total:
- Open plan working environment and collaboration areas were created
- Cellular offices and meeting rooms were strategically positioned around the open plan area
- The executive suite was positioned to have views of the green area outside with direct escalators from the reception
- Quiet rooms were added for making phone calls in private or working in concentration
- An innovative and dynamic interior design was created to promote growth and knowledge sharing
- Vibrant use of colours to reflect an African presence
- Modern and local artwork along the walls
- Canteen for staff and clients
Summary
By renovating their office space, Total have reinforced their working environment, promoting efficiency amongst staff and solidifying their corporate identity.