Whether inspired by Japanese gardens, tropical rainforests or the Australian bush, there has been a proliferation of greened interiors in commercial, residential and hospitality projects. Aesthetically, greenery enhances the overall space, while counterbalancing the increased use of technology, reducing air pollution, creating a balanced and highly oxygenated space, reducing workplace stress, and increasing performance and productivity. And meeting Green Star BCA requirements.
“Simple, light and elegant” was the brief given to Mark Simpson, of DesignOffice, when the practice was commissioned to design the new premises for Little Bean Roasters in Shanghai. Having previously undertaken studies in Melbourne, the client wanted to integrate an Australian aesthetic, by “bringing green inside”. Working collaboratively with local architect, More Design Office, DesignOffice stripped back the 1990s industrial building, which was framed by exterior glass…