The Minerva building in Antwerp illustrates a certain idea of the contemporary office: an open, bright space, filled with light and greenery. The project, by Studio dp, rests on a surprising dialogue between the raw energy of industrial style and the softness of so-called bucolic design, based on natural elements and fresh shades. Vondom furniture plays a central role, structuring the different work zones without ever partitioning them.
The open-plan space was designed to distinguish uses while preserving the fluidity of the whole. Each island has its own atmosphere and its own rhythm, in a carefully orchestrated visual continuity.
An entrance that sets the tone
From the lobby, the eye falls on the modular sofa from the Tablet collection, designed by Ramón Esteve, with its matching pouffes. Coffee tables from the same family complete this welcoming scene, at once generous and inviting.
Around this furniture, a Bloom plant pot by Eugeni Quitllet is in dialogue with the Organic Redonda planters from Studio Vondom. This set of plant pots with smooth, organic lines sets the identity of the place from the outset: aesthetic simplicity in the service of wellbeing.
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A workspace turned towards exchange
In the adjoining area, a collective workspace has been arranged around the Frame tables, also designed by Ramón Esteve. The armchairs and stools from the Africa collection, by Eugeni Quitllet, complete this set, which is both functional and warm.
Furniture designed for the "tribe"
The furniture layout encourages open communication between colleagues and gives free rein to the development of ideas. The pieces by Eugeni Quitllet were designed precisely in this spirit: sitting comfortably, together, within a working "tribe".
The dining room as a continuation
The dining area extends the aesthetic of the other zones of the building. Here you will find the Africa stools, this time accompanied by chairs from the Love collection, also designed by Eugeni Quitllet. The choice of colours is no coincidence: it brings the freshness, brightness and simplicity typical of bucolic-inspired interiors.
A serene and lively workplace
By bringing together designer furniture and plant pots, the Minerva project gives rise to a working environment that is both calm and full of energy. The greenery, distributed throughout all the spaces, spreads a feeling of serenity and freshness that accompanies every moment of the day.
That is the whole strength of a successful bucolic scheme: bringing nature into the heart of the office, so that work is experienced differently there.
