CONTEMPORISING CRAFTIN THE WORKSPACE

Project: Trilegal, Gurugram; Architects: Studio Lotus A prime example of how traditional crafts can breathe new life into office design, the interiors of this leading law firm's new workplace epitomises a balanced expression and a resilient work environment

The contemporary workplace is in a continual state of flux. Workspaces today are expected to reinforce the company culture through their planning and design vocabulary, instil a sense of belonging and well-being, and spark innovation and exchange of ideas. Known to be one of India's leading law firms, Trilegal's project brief for the interiors of their new office space called for creating a distinct brand identity-representative of their nationwide presence and embodying their future forward vision. The office is designed to optimise workflows and promote collaboration, co-creation, and innovation-ideas central to Trilegal's ethos.

The office occupies the entire first floor of a commercial tower in the corporate heart of Gurugram. Spread across 19,000 sq ft, the layout is split into two zones on either side of a 'Town Hall'-a notional extension to the reception that serves as a breakout zone where employees can interact and decompress. A corridor from the reception leads visitors into the workspaces and a sequestered zone comprising shared amenities such as a cafeteria, a library, and private booths. This zone is configured for both staff and guests to easily access it without disrupting workflows.