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Piraeus, Greece
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SeaJets Office Space
Piraeus, Greece
SeaJets has travelled millions of people across the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean, connecting more than 50 Greek islands with the largest fleet of fast ferries in the region. Its growth is no coincidence. Within a few months, SeaJets acquired x8 new ships, solidifying its position as the largest private shipping company in Greece. With continuous investments in services and a focus on passenger experience, it continues to evolve dynamically.
For the next step in its development, the company renovated a floor at its headquarters in the Port of Piraeus, which will house a new business unit.
A key need was to organize the offices based on the teams of each sector. For better functionality, a model with private offices was chosen. Since the work teams have intense communication both among themselves and with external partners, it was essential to ensure organization and acoustic isolation.
Thus, the offices were placed around the perimeter with the central corridor in the middle. In addition to the five office clusters, there is a main meeting room, the reception, and an executive office.
The existing building was an old office building, facing the Port of Piraeus. The floor plan was broken down with slanted angles and without clear geometric shapes. The building's framework was in irregular positions relative to the floor plan, creating additional challenges in the design. The building's columns were worn and corroded.
One of the main goals was to upgrade the atmosphere of the space, and the architectural peculiarity of the "broken" floor plan was a decisive factor in the design. The architects adopted inclined lines and slanted partitions to create a functional central corridor that organically connects the offices. The space was shaped into levels that allow flow and flexibility, incorporating both open collaboration zones and private offices.
Natural light, with the only source being the surrounding windows, posed a challenge, which was addressed with transparent partitions, allowing light to spread freely throughout the interior. At the same time, the placement of artificial lighting was strategically designed to interact with the natural light, enhancing the atmosphere and spatial experience of continuity and transparency.
The irregular geometry of the floor plan served as a tool for functional organization, which was also reflected in the overall aesthetic approach. The reception and waiting area were designed as the first point of contact with the office's architectural language, while the meeting room and work zones, whether for small teams or larger groups, were designed in a way that allows adaptability and comfortable collaboration. The open spaces combine with private offices, allowing for different levels of interaction and focus.
The old framework of the building was not concealed but integrated into the design as a structural and aesthetic element. The columns, with exposed concrete, were highlighted as memories of the original construction, giving character to the space and creating a balanced play between the old and the new. The "voids"—the gaps between walls, floors, and ceilings—were used to add depth and highlight architectural details, enhancing the geometric clarity of the design.
In the ceilings, where there was sufficient height, wooden panels were placed, adding warmth and structure, while on the remaining surfaces, Barissol cladding was used, enhancing the sense of brightness and comfort. The design, overall, did not seek to impose a new system on the space but to compose the existing architecture with a modern, flexible layout.
The choice of materials enhances brightness and the sense of spaciousness. White surfaces reflect light, wooden finishes add warmth, while glass partitions allow the diffusion of natural light. Marble is used in selected areas.
Overall, the space was designed to offer an immersive experience: the slanted surfaces and rhythms of the architectural arrangement create a dynamic path through the office, guiding visitors and workers through an environment that adapts to their movements. From the surrounding windows, depending on the position in the space, views of the sea, the port, and the ships unfold, enhancing the company's connection to the maritime landscape of Piraeus.
For the next step in its development, the company renovated a floor at its headquarters in the Port of Piraeus, which will house a new business unit.
A key need was to organize the offices based on the teams of each sector. For better functionality, a model with private offices was chosen. Since the work teams have intense communication both among themselves and with external partners, it was essential to ensure organization and acoustic isolation.
Thus, the offices were placed around the perimeter with the central corridor in the middle. In addition to the five office clusters, there is a main meeting room, the reception, and an executive office.
The existing building was an old office building, facing the Port of Piraeus. The floor plan was broken down with slanted angles and without clear geometric shapes. The building's framework was in irregular positions relative to the floor plan, creating additional challenges in the design. The building's columns were worn and corroded.
One of the main goals was to upgrade the atmosphere of the space, and the architectural peculiarity of the "broken" floor plan was a decisive factor in the design. The architects adopted inclined lines and slanted partitions to create a functional central corridor that organically connects the offices. The space was shaped into levels that allow flow and flexibility, incorporating both open collaboration zones and private offices.
Natural light, with the only source being the surrounding windows, posed a challenge, which was addressed with transparent partitions, allowing light to spread freely throughout the interior. At the same time, the placement of artificial lighting was strategically designed to interact with the natural light, enhancing the atmosphere and spatial experience of continuity and transparency.
The irregular geometry of the floor plan served as a tool for functional organization, which was also reflected in the overall aesthetic approach. The reception and waiting area were designed as the first point of contact with the office's architectural language, while the meeting room and work zones, whether for small teams or larger groups, were designed in a way that allows adaptability and comfortable collaboration. The open spaces combine with private offices, allowing for different levels of interaction and focus.
The old framework of the building was not concealed but integrated into the design as a structural and aesthetic element. The columns, with exposed concrete, were highlighted as memories of the original construction, giving character to the space and creating a balanced play between the old and the new. The "voids"—the gaps between walls, floors, and ceilings—were used to add depth and highlight architectural details, enhancing the geometric clarity of the design.
In the ceilings, where there was sufficient height, wooden panels were placed, adding warmth and structure, while on the remaining surfaces, Barissol cladding was used, enhancing the sense of brightness and comfort. The design, overall, did not seek to impose a new system on the space but to compose the existing architecture with a modern, flexible layout.
The choice of materials enhances brightness and the sense of spaciousness. White surfaces reflect light, wooden finishes add warmth, while glass partitions allow the diffusion of natural light. Marble is used in selected areas.
Overall, the space was designed to offer an immersive experience: the slanted surfaces and rhythms of the architectural arrangement create a dynamic path through the office, guiding visitors and workers through an environment that adapts to their movements. From the surrounding windows, depending on the position in the space, views of the sea, the port, and the ships unfold, enhancing the company's connection to the maritime landscape of Piraeus.
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