For us, the Shared Services Center is a very important project, where we go beyond standards and refresh our structures globally. We are committed to creating a new organizational culture that will support not only breaking conventions but also developing new ways of thinking. We wanted the Łódź office to reflect this spirit, be both modern and timeless, neutral and with charisma. We were aware that this could be a challenge for designers. Moreover, we did not have much time for the design and finishing works. However, Tétris organized their schedule so that the short lead time was not a problem for them, and the design idea met our expectations.
Agata Kowalska-Pulit, SSC Director, Wella Company
It's no secret that we raced against time on this project. We needed to approach it uniquely and comprehensively for all stages. It took us ten days to come up with the concept. At the same time, we worked on the design, prepared the elements of the executive project, and immediately began its implementation. It turned out that such a mix was inspiring for us and translated into an exciting effect. We decided on two strong color accents – bottle green and a vivid shade of red. It's an unusual set in office spaces. We matched them with their pastel, softer versions, which allowed us to get the effect of freshness. We used the intensive colors on furniture, lockers, and in the details.
Anna Rębecka, Senior Creative Architect, Tétris
The office is warmed by a wood-like carpet, which we proposed on the part of the surface. We also used an unusual idea – we painted open parts of the ceilings in beige color – which raised the temperature of the interior and introduced a cozy atmosphere. We did not forget to include some green plants, but in a subtle, not overwhelming way. Plant motifs also appear on the wallpapers.
Anna Rębecka, Senior Creative Architect, Tétris
For a long time, the execution was carried out simultaneously with the work on the detailed design itself. Such a challenge required us to be very flexible. The key element was coordination, updating cost estimations on an ongoing basis, and relying only on our proven subcontractors. Each stage of the project had to be precisely scheduled. We are glad that Wella Company appreciated the design and logistic experience of Tétris and entrusted us with this contract.
Rafał Niewęgłowski, Project Manager, Tétris
*Photos by Kinga Skalik Fotografia
A subsidiary of JLL, a Fortune 500 company, Tétris is a leading design and build firm. Its mission is to design and build vibrant spaces that inspire people to think better, work better and live better. With a global team of engineers, architects and designers, Tétris is able to provide a full range of services to meet clients' needs from design to construction and furniture selection (FF&E). Globally, since its inception in 2003, the company has grown in 18 countries on three continents, with a team of more than 820 people located in 35 offices. For more information, visit tetris-db.com.