Setup of the Maif operations centre in Niort, central France

Organic
Functional
Minimalistic

Challenge :
Facilitating knowledge transfers

Deliberate emphasis :
Preserving individual space and fostering encounters

Expertise :
Project communications
Office space layout
Interior design

4 essentials

Office space mutating to combi-office.
A central space structured by connections, sharing patterns and transfers. 4 unified areas in line with the 4 essentials. Each area reflects a specific theme – flora, breeze, sunrise, water/ spring – with matching interior design options.
Each individual is free to work in his own way, according to his personal rhythm and expectations.
A basic pattern creates a steady, perennial frame for the building owner and users. The project has been approved by the CHSCT (the official French Health & Safety Committee) and has received a positive rating from 96% of the staff members.

Space outlay principle

3D image

Nature area / flora

Air area / breeze

Nature area / flora

Water area / spring