Skoon: Case study 3 (Google, Zurich)

I found these images of Google's office at Zurich. It's unlike the other Google offices i researched about earlier and its amazing how the divisions of Google Zurich were so close to my idea of the recreational facitity at ZU.

Reception
The reception is very casually designed. I liked the way the round stools where used for the seating area; its very informal and fun.

Signage

Reading Area
This is the reading area at Google’s offices in Zurich. The room has a different atmosphere than the rest of the area, which takes the employees into a different world away from their work pressure. It gives a feel of a ‘home setting’, which also helps in the relaxation process. The room is very cozy which encourages people to socialize and communicate with each other, which also helps in reducing their stress levels.

Hammocks
Here hammocks were used to provide a relaxed atmosphere.

Recycle
I found it intresting that Google reused old telefrics and integrated that into its office's design. Not only that they'e recycling but their also adding an element that relates alot to the country which are the telefrics that are used to reach Switzerland's snowy mountains. In this space the telefrics are like 'nook and crannies'; a hideout or private space for the employees.

Relaxation area
Here the space is designed to include recliner chairs in a quite and dimmed atmosphere. Fish aquariums were added to increase the relaxation experience. Integrating a visual element helps alot in the relaxation process.

The massage area is very simply designed. The rooms are divided by curtains. The space has a very earthy feel because of the use of colors and materials such as wood flooring and pebbles. The area includes massage beds and an electronic massage chair as well.