OFS Brands Headquarters

 

A biophilic approach-
    Biophilia is human’s innate biological attraction to nature and living systems. “Biophilic design can reduce stress, improve cognitive function and creativity, improve our well-being and expedite healing...” (Terrapin).  Every year billions of dollars are squandered in U.S. businesses due to lost productivity caused by stress related illnesses.  Providing a design that reconnects people with nature is essential for ensuring a healthy work place to promote a greater overall health and well-being.  
    In this design, biophilia is brought in using materials that mimic scenes in nature. For example, the carpet tiles used incorporate colors that could look like the floor in a forest, the green and yellow carpet tile reflects the appearance of grass and leaves while the brown carpet tile reflects the look of an earthier, dirt ground. Wooden planters with various plants are placed throughout the office to bring in natural elements. Living walls are featured throughout the office as well, especially in the lobby right off the elevators. Wood ceilings are used in main corridor areas to bring forth the illustration of trees. 
    In order to ensure the main focus of this floor is the furniture, the walls are minimal so there is no distraction from the main selling point. This office portrays an open office design, using furniture as space solutions opposed to walls. 

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