Centre Zifergauz brings together cross-functional teams from all areas of Gazprom Neft's business, which develop digital solutions for prospecting and development of hydrocarbon deposits, develop remote drilling control technologies, industrial automation systems and logistics robotization. There are digital laboratories for artificial intelligence, control of robots and drones, 3D printing, the creation of industrial gadgets and telemetry sensors in center.
To create the space of the new center in the historic building "House 12" on the island of New Holland, the company used modern technologies that have allowed to improve the energy efficiency of office space by a third. Thus, sensory water management systems reduce water consumption up to 50%, and biodynamic lighting allows you to maintain high productivity throughout the working day. Foamed recycled aluminum and more than 100 tons of environmentally friendly glass have been used for the new walls and stairs of Zifergauz.
The main objective in the development of a lighting design solution for this project was the creation of a unified, productive and comfortable lighting environment for a multifunctional space, which houses premises that perform different tasks.
The original functionality of the historical building where Zifergauz is located did not imply sufficient access of natural light. It was necessary to design an optimal lighting system that would solve the problem of lack of sunlight and ensure a comfortable work for employees.
It became possible to compensate the lack of natural light in the room with the help of dynamic lighting and Tunable White technology. This technology is a convenient and contemporary tool which helps you to program light scenarios and color temperature changes during the day. An intelligent artificial lighting system that considers human biorhythms helps to activate human resources, setting them up for productive work during the day, and in the evening helps to relax and tune in to rest.
A new comfortable working environment in Digital Transformation Centre is also formed due to the balance of horizontal and vertical illumination. Vertical illumination of brick walls is provided by recessed luminaires with asymmetric optics. Thus, the space is filled with light, creating a similar effect to the natural one.
The flexible lighting environment meets the needs of users, both individually and as a team. In this case, technological flexibility of space acts as a tool that forms the diversity of the light environment.
There are large light panels were used in the interior, as well as continuous light lines reflected in the mirrored ceiling, increasing the volume of the room, and filling it with light. Light panels installed in halls and office spaces allow not only create a flexible ceiling space system, but also reduce the noise level due to a special sound-absorbing material. Light portals visually neutralize the strict structure of a historical building, involving a person to explore the surrounding space while immersing himself in a workflow.
A special decorative effect is created by the multimedia system, which also absorbs noise. Media panels easily integrate into the interior and allow you to broadcast dynamic media content that can be controlled by an application for smartphones. This solution provides an opportunity to create dynamic color and light scenarios, new images and impressions, play with textures, shape emotions, and revive the interior of the space.
The scenario of changing the color temperature is the same for the entire space of the office, which makes the movement of people between work areas and public spaces comfortable and exclude the differences in color and light contrasts. Reflected light systems in corridors and public areas not only accentuate the architecture of the historic building, but also provide with balance of vertical and horizontal illumination, ensuring visual comfort.
The design concept of the office space is supported by a special lighting effect that simulates natural light passing through the tree crowns.
Architect: VOX Architects
Lighting design: QPRO
Photo: Daniel Annenkov