When arriving in the entrance hall, visitors are escorted by receptionists to one of the three Corian reception desks, making them feel they are arriving in a five-star hotel rather than an office building. This innovative piece of interior design reflects a new concept for hospitality that suits Eneco’s genuine generosity and focus on people. From the entrance, employees and visitors have a clear view of the centrally placed espresso bar – this is another island but one designed not so much with color but with relaxing blonde oak floors and tables, making a warm and inviting destination. From there, they can gaze up through the light-filled atrium and around the ground floor, orienting themselves. Also from here they can take one of the three dramatic and inviting staircases to the first floor.

Energetic islands

The ground floor meeting island has lush and vibrant red, purple, beige and orange carpets, equally colorful chairs and, as a calming contrast, subtle oak tables. To boost the design diversity further still, the beige carpets are furnished with white tables and chairs, and the entire experience is enhanced by lighting designed by Studio Rublek which brings out the rich hues and textures of the space. Employees are drawn to these colorful islands across the white floor and ‘land’ on them to undertake work and hold discussions. The diversity of color and materials on the work islands are not only lively and inviting but they give the different spaces specific identities and atmospheres that enable people to orientate themselves better in the office.

Auditorium

On the ground floor is the restaurant. With a dark ceiling, a dark terrazzo floor and dark Corian benches, the only bright color in this space is the food itself. Diners can watch the chefs creating delicious lunches and salads. For those who prefer a window seat for their lunch, there are clusters white tables and chairs on a bright white terrazzo floor adjacent to the black core of the restaurant. The brilliant whiteness reflects the maximum amount of daylight, making the restaurant full of natural light.