Interior Design Reference

Office Interior Design of Toga Head Office, Pyrmont, Sydney by Batessmart. Bates Smart won the commission to design Toga Group’s new Head Office through an invited tender. It is located within an adapted woolstore building that Bates Smart upgraded.

Toga Head Office, Pyrmont, Sydney - Batessmart

As part of that project, the original timber ceilings, beams and joists were exposed, with contemporary insertions framed in steel and glass to heighten the contrast between old and new. Toga’s brief called for an environment that encourages integration, visibility, collaboration and team work.

Toga Head Office, Pyrmont, Sydney - Batessmart

The fitout complements the original structure and overcomes some of its inherent limitations. It features a predominantly open-plan work area around the building’s perimeter to maximise the limited natural light and create clear sightlines between staff.

Toga Head Office, Pyrmont, Sydney - Batessmart

A central ‘street’ runs the length of the office to connect the entry and staff café, encouraging cross-pollination and staff interaction. On either side of the street, glass enclosed pods house offices, meeting rooms and quiet rooms. The reception and waiting area are immediately adjacent to the client boardroom, providing a generous and flexibile function space.

Toga Head Office, Pyrmont, Sydney - Batessmart

Within the fitout, the finishes palette creates a dialogue between old and new, as it does in the base building. Specialised lighting and timber flooring give the ‘street’ its own identity and radiance. This space also provides a backdrop to Toga’s extensive art collection and a showcase for previous and current projects.

Toga Head Office, Pyrmont, Sydney - Batessmart

For more information, please visit Batessmart website.

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