Paris-based architects Tolila + Gilliland's revitalized industrial workshop serves as the space for its new office.
What was once an attic that served as an atelier for a number of businesses has been stripped down to a bare-bones space with hidden functionality. Tolila + Gilliland's 12-person team relocated to the attic space after the company outgrew its old office. The architects peeled back drop ceilings to reveal the industrial bones of the building and a 4.5 m high, timber-pitched roof. They then replaced ceiling tiles with wood-fiber insulated panels and scattered sky lights. According to Nicholas Gilliland, "When we arrived the ceiling was low, with dark offices -- we opened-up everything to create a new configuration allowing smaller workgroups within a larger open space."
Steel shelving units divide the space and provide privacy. The space is now warm, open and highly functional.
Revitalized Industrial Workshops
The New Studio for Tolila + Gilliland is a Stripped-Down Attic
Trend Themes
1. Revitalized Industrial Workshops - An emerging trend of repurposing industrial spaces for creative and functional work environments.
2. Bare-bones Design - The trend of stripping down interiors to reveal the industrial bones of a building for a minimalistic aesthetic.
3. Functional Open Spaces - The trend of creating large open spaces that allow for collaborative work while incorporating designated areas for privacy.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - The architecture and design industry can explore innovative ways to repurpose and transform industrial spaces into unique and functional work environments.
2. Renovation and Construction - The renovation and construction industry can capitalize on the demand for transforming old and underutilized spaces into revitalized and creative workspaces.
3. Furniture and Interior Design - The furniture and interior design industry can develop innovative solutions for creating functional and flexible workspaces within industrial environments.