Arclight

This project at Arclight repositions what CAT A+ can mean. It shows that flexibility, acoustic comfort and collaboration can be achieved without compromising clarity.

The result is a workplace that performs efficiently at both macro and micro scales, supporting day-to-day operations while being intuitive and resilient over time. The success of functionality has reinforced the strategy for other floors in the building, guiding future iterations.

From initial entry, the spatial strategy communicates purpose: the arrival space is open and clearly defined, giving immediate orientation, while primary circulation routes are direct and uninterrupted, supporting effortless movement across the floorplate.

Each workspace type is clearly identifiable and tailored to its function, with central open plan desks supporting teamwork and interaction, while framed yet transparent meeting rooms balance privacy with connectivity, and contained library-style areas provide controlled focus zones. These distinctions work subtly but effectively in ensuring that the space supports a range of work modes, from individual concentration to collaboration, without feeling disjointed.

The starting point for this space was the building itself, which already had a strong architectural and industrial presence. The intent was to respond to this CAT A shell while strengthening it through contemporary design. Exposed brick, steel structure and generous glazing provide texture, proportion and daylight. 

The design is underpinned by a focused and deliberate furniture selection that reinforces durability, robust but refined, aligning with the building’s character. Nothing feels excessive; each piece serves both an aesthetic and functional purpose.

Through controlled materiality and disciplined detailing, the overall experience is calm, cohesive and confidently architectural.