To meet this challenge, Efebé developed a strategy focused on optimizing resources and creating a space that would boost both collaboration and comfort.

• Smart Reuse: By retaining existing elements such as the false ceiling and repurposing the carpet flooring, we were able to minimize demolitions and reduce environmental impact. 65% of the recovered flooring was reused in the renovation of other spaces within the same building.
• Flexible and Functional Spaces: We created two open work areas, each equipped with sound-absorbing panels to ensure acoustic comfort and guarantee privacy. The large original meeting room was reconfigured into three smaller rooms, using glass partitions to allow natural light to flow through while maintaining transparency and visual connectivity between spaces.
• Co-creation and Wellbeing Zones: At the office entrance, we designed a co-creation and informal meeting area connected to a reception space featuring integrated greenery. This biophilic design approach promotes a natural connection, helping to reduce stress and enhancing overall well-being.

• Customized Spaces and Tailor-made Equipment: Each functional area, including the office, sample storage and document storage, was fitted with custom-made furniture designed to match the specific dimensions of the available space. We replaced traditional desk drawers with lockers and designed the office kitchen as a “work café”—providing a cozy and welcoming environment for breaks.
• Visual Differentiation through Materials and Colors: The chosen color palette—comprising whites, blacks, and wood tones—was carefully balanced with Convatec’s vibrant corporate identity, using vinyl to seamlessly integrate the branding. Additionally, we differentiated the flooring, opting for cement-effect finishes in open areas and wood-effect finishes in meeting rooms and the work café. This created a smooth, visually appealing transition between different spaces.

This successful renovation project not only optimized the original office space but also managed to enhance the overall well-being of Convatec’s employees, setting a new standard for modern, adaptable work environments.