This vast 2,400 sqm office, located in the core of the Varso II building, is deeply rooted in the "Love Your Workplace" global brandbook. This is a comprehensive set of workplace guidelines that we had the distinct opportunity to co-create with Ørsted a few years ago. Driven by years of deepened knowledge in neuroscience, well-being, and work efficiency, this playbook ensures that every Ørsted office puts people first through three main zones: collaboration, connection, and concentration.

Because this project is so heavily focused on the human experience, we decided to present this case study differently. Rather than a standard architectural overview, this is a story. We invite you to step into the shoes of a typical Ørsted IT employee. Let us guide you through a full workday, experiencing firsthand how the aesthetics, acoustics, and layout of this maritime labyrinth actively engage and soothe the senses.

It's Thursday. You enter the vast space and are immediately greeted by an informal check-in area. A round table sits beneath a striking acoustic light fixture. You approach, greet your colleagues, and stow your items in the nearby transparent wardrobe. You take a moment to check on the abundant plant life; greenery hangs freely from plywood shelves, stands rigidly on a green wall, and proudly displays its leaves in freestanding pots.

While waiting for the coffee machine to warm up, you catch your reflection in a decorative silver ball. The image wavers slightly, reminiscent of looking into the sea — in the reflection of waves, you are never quite the same. Coffee in hand. Power on. Welcome to Ørsted.

You step into the Connection Zone. Here, you have choices: you can settle into a quiet niche, sit at a large communal table, or choose a smaller, more intimate setup. The lighting is adjustable to your exact needs. What do you feel like doing? You might catch up with a colleague from another department, asking how their latest presentation went, call a constructor or simply enjoy a quiet second breakfast before the rush begins.

It's time to dive into your tasks. Welcome to the Work Zone. Today requires intense focus, so you book a dedicated Focus Room. Inside, the yellow light reflecting gently from the ceiling creates a pleasant, non-intrusive atmosphere. You are enveloped by thick, soft carpeting and PET felt wall cladding that entirely eliminates unnecessary external noise. You automatically adjust the desk height, tailor the soft upholstered chair to your posture, and effortlessly connect your laptop to the screens. You are ready to start.

Minds are buzzing. It’s time for a break. You move back to the Connection Zone — a versatile area created from three distinct parts that form one long, cohesive space. It features an entertainment area, a kitchenette, and a quiet corner that can effortlessly transform into a large town hall meeting space by rearranging movable furniture. You opt for a quick game of shuffleboard to clear your head.

Congratulations. You have completed your tasks. It wasn’t an easy day, but it’s good to come to an office that actively takes care of you. Many of these solutions — from the rigorously verified low-carbon recycled materials to the neuroscientific principles shaping the colours and acoustics — cannot be seen with the naked eye, but they are always there, ensuring you work in the best possible way. Love Your Workplace by Ørsted takes care of you.

Ørsted is a global leader in wind energy, currently best known for their joint venture with PGE to build a monumental wind farm in the Baltic Sea. This project marks our third successful collaboration with the company in the capital of Poland. Arranging their largest floor area in the core of Varso II meant consistently applying the global "Love Your Workplace" principles we helped co-create. Beyond the functional division into collaboration, connection, and concentration zones, we heavily prioritised Ørsted’s strategic environmental goals. A significant portion of the movable furniture was carefully refurbished or reused from previous implementations. New materials were strictly selected to align with brand guidelines — utilising recycled finishes and materials with rigorous environmental certificates, such as Cradle to Cradle. Combined with colours and shapes rooted in our continuously deepened knowledge of neuroscience and well-being, the final result is a highly efficient office that truly puts people first.