Sector: Offices | European Architects' Alliance

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2018 – ILIAD, Milan and Rome

2018 – Confidential Client, Milan

2018 – Tupperware, Milan

St James’s Market

This flagship scheme is part of a decade-long investment programme to revitalise St James’s Market. We’ve redeveloped two key blocks in the heart of London’s West End, delivering offices, retail and a new public square directly south of Piccadilly Circus – an area that became isolated following the construction of Regent Street in the 1820s. […]

5 Broadgate

Our world-class headquarters for financial services firm UBS have raised the bar for office and workplace design. We worked with developer British Land to design a functional, pragmatic space that allows UBS to consolidate its London workforce for the first time. The result – a 13-storey ‘groundscraper’ – is visually innovative and represents a powerful […]

The Hiscox Building

A better, brighter office space in a forgotten part of York’s medieval heart – that was the challenge set for us by insurance firm Hiscox. The Hungate was once a wool market, a place where people came together. We were asked to honour that heritage by creating a contemporary office space that would act as […]

2017 – Postevita, Rome

2016 – Boston Consulting Group, Milan

Experiencing rapid growth, and faced with capacity constraints, BCG saw an opportunity to re-position its brand in the Italian market, and to differentiate itself amongst competitors by leveraging its relocation. An historical building located in the heart of Milan offered the perfect opportunity to implement BCG’s vision, to reinforce its openness to a wider business […]

Eurasia Tunnel Operation & Maintenance Building, Istanbul

GMW MIMARLIK has been responsible for major transportation projects including several international airport terminals and train stations. One of their recent commissions, by the BOT consortium led by Yapi Merkezi of Istanbul and SK E&C of South Korea, was for the design of the support buildings for the Eurasia Tunnel, which became operational on 22 […]

Odeabank Turkey Headquarters, Istanbul

Following their striking growth in 2 years after the establishment in Turkey, Odeabank decided to move their operation all under one roof and organized a competition with limited invitation. The initial competition brief was to provide an office fit out project for Odeabank’s headquarters circa 600 staff on 7 floors (from 34 to 40) in […]

Amer Sports Headquarters, Finland

Nestled inside an old railway carriage factory in Helsinki, Finland, the new Amer Sports offices are part of the sporting goods company’s transition to a new work culture. Gullstén-Inkinen Design & Architecture transformed the beloved Helsinki building into a modern office and retail space that is as inspiring as it is functional. The biggest feat […]

2015 – Wind, Milan

2015 – Citibank, Milan

Citibank commissioned the restyling of its main office, located in a historic an listed building in downtown Milan. Client’s request was to fully renovate its working and meeting spaces, introducing a clean and contemporary look. AMA has studied organized spaces in such a way as to give an identity that environment immediately remind the customer. […]

2015 – KPMG, office, CPH

Project: Office, spaceplanning Size: m² Location: Copenhagen Status: Built Client: KPMG Architect: DesignGroup Architects A/S & GMW Architects – Denmark

2015 – Jorcks Passage, CPH

Project: Office & glass roof in the passage Size: m² Location: Copenhagen Status: Built Client: Jorcks Ejendomselskab Architect: DesignGroup Architects A/S – Denmark

Commvault office, The Netherlands

Commvault helps companies protect, access and use their data anywhere, anytime. The Utrecht office offers training and sales support for The Netherlands and North Europe. The previous location was so old that clients were not received there. We have helped Commvault in the transition from a traditional cell office to an activity related work environment. […]

Ministry of Infrastructure & Environment, Netherlands

The government is changing and its housing must be more efficient and attractive. Presently employees are spread over a number of locations. Within a few years the step will be taken to move into one building where everyone will work according to the ‘New Work’ principal. In anticipation of this transition towards one governmental location […]

Office Amsterdam, Netherlands

Hollandse Nieuwe has designed a new head office for a listed company. A transparent workspace has been developed for more than 50 people whereby intimacy has been created in the open areas with the help of a flexible cupboard system and small closed workspaces shielded from the main traffic routes. The clear layout combined with […]

Haagse Poort, Netherlands

The Haagse Poort was threatened with becoming vacant. Hollandse Nieuwe was asked to develop a vision for the ground floor and meeting centres. The solutions would contribute to a successful transformation from a single tenant to a multi tenanted building and an attractive landlord proposition. The ground floor has become a public zone. It is […]

Vopak, Netherlands

Hollandse Nieuwe has transformed the head office of VOPAK situated in the Netherlands, into a bustling meeting centre and an inspiring open workplace. At VOPAK’s request we created an attractive and accessible design where professionalism and intimacy go hand in hand and whereby the core values safety, durability and the rich history of VOPAK are […]

Greenpeace, Netherlands

Greenpeace NL has moved to a dockyard monument, completely renovated with sustainability being top priority, meaning energy efficient and the creative and careful re-use of materials. The interior, designed by Hollandse Nieuwe, is based on the same principles of sustainability and re-use. Old furniture, protest materials and even parts of one of the ships have […]

2014 – Visiant, Milan

AMA has designed and completed in Vimercate near Milano the new Headquarters for Visiant, a corporation specializing in Contact Center management for companies such as Google. High-tech details, bright colours and a measured use of transparencies create the ultimate space functions and promote an innovative and interactive workspace. For this kind of client it was paramount to create an […]

2014 – Quaestio Capital Management, Milan

Quaestio Capital Management Office space for an innovative investment advisor, completed in a flash, supporting original solutions in terms of trasparency, acoustics and decoration. Photo: Giuseppe Albera

2014 – Palazzo Ravizza, Milan

History outside, modernity inside. The redevelopement project involves renovating the entire building with the aim of making it contemporary, functional and sustainable. Common spaces are characterized by an elegant design and the use of refined materials: a finely detailed reception hall and elevator lobbies, a restored marble and wrought-iron main stairway preserve the original aesthetics, while satisfying modern taste and […]

2014 – Office hotel, Bredgade 30-32, CPH

Project: Bredgade 30, exclusive multi-user office hotel. Conversion and restoration Size: 7.500 m² Location: Bredgade 30, Copenhagen Status: Built Client: Jeudan A/S Architect: DesignGroup Architects A/S – Denmark

2014 – Ashurst, Milan

The Milanese office of an international law firm based in London and with branches in all continent. Part of the renovation of a early 1950’s building close to Piazza della Scala, the interiors’ dynamic lines, bright colours and trasparent planes contrasts with the darkish carpet, the black lined corridors’ ceilings and the tribal art sculptures […]

2014 – Credit Bank of Bujumbura, Burundi

Construction of the new headquarters of the bank – Winner of international competition in April 2012

2013 – SIAB Bank Premium Club, Saint Petersburg

SIAB Premium Club has a new modern 9th floor office space with unique meeting rooms in St. Petersburg GI designed the new interior for a Russian private bank SIAB. SIAB had three objectives, to differentiate from a traditional ‘old-style’ bank, to provide exclusive customer service and employee comfort and satisfaction. As a result, the interior […]

2013 – Espace Orban, Brussels

Construction of a mixed-use building (offices/housing/commercial ground floor)

2013 – Alma Media HQ, Helsinki, Finland

Alma Media wanted to centralize operations under one roof. Alma Media Corporation is a media group that publishes over 30 newspapers and operates in ten different countries. It is listed in the Helsinki Stock Exchange. GI Design & Architecture was commissioned for workplace development and the interior design of Alma Media’s new headquarters in central Helsinki. […]

2013 – Outotec Offices

Cooperation with Outotec began in the fall of 2012, when the Gullstén – Inkinen was commissioned to design the interior for the new offices in Espoo. One of the main factors/reasons behind the move was the desire to give up the room offices and move to an open plan office environment. The aim was to […]

2012 – Pfizer, Brussels

Reorganization and restructuring of the Belgian headquarter of the pharmaceutical company Pfizer – Implementation of the principle of Flexwork

2012 – Google, Milan

Google celebrates individuality, creativity and innovative business practice within a high-energy environment and emphasises the importance of the individual and maintaining a small-company ambience throughout company growth.

2012 – BNP Paribas Insurances, Milan

A contemporary office, minimalist in style, with just a few transparent walls. But white is not the only colour: special areas, such as coffee rooms and document centers are colour-coded and themed for easy identification and orientation. Facilities include a conference and training center, with meeting areas that can be adjusted in size, “quiet” rooms, […]

2012 – Biogen Idec, Brussels

Creation of offices for a biotechnology company which encompasses new flexwork strategy

2012 – An investment bank: Societé Générale, Milan, Italy

In a nod to SG’s corporate values and clientele, the design language needed to convey a dynamic image and yet to remain rather sober and understated. Therefore, to support SG’s long history and business strategies, AMA created an energetic and environmentally sensitive workspace, while respecting established banking aesthetics. In association with GMW Partnership, London. Photos: […]

2011 – V Kontakte HQ, Saint Petersburg, Russia

V Kontakte, a Russian social media site, located in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It operates in the former Soviet region and has currently 100 million users. Approximately 70% of its users are within Russia. The staff is young and so they wanted more informal spaces and less ‘traditional’ formal spaces. The design concept was ‘an industrial […]

2011 – Law and Finance, Milan

Wood, glass and marble for the new office of a boutique of financial, corporate and trade law. Photos: Giuseppe Albera

2011 – Longtou Temple Park – Entrance Building, Chongqing

New built multifunctional building for office & event utilisations within a newly created park, completion approx. 2011. Timber louver sliding panel facade and a standout concept in terms of sustainable design.

2010 – Pfizer Italia

Albera Monti Associati and GMW Architects have just completed a major refurbishment of Pfizer Italia’s 6,000m2 headquarters in Rome. The project involved the complete removal of the existing fit-out and the installation of new ceilings, air conditioning and lighting, as well as partitions, furniture and finishes. Careful planning and phasing of the work allowed the […]

2010 – Albini cotton mills, Bergamo

New building connected to the spinnery, housing on the ground floor administrative and managerial offices, training and convention rooms, and on the first floor the creative offices and a unique fabrics library.

2010 – Zenith Building, Brussels

A 30.000 m2 office development in the unique location and working environment of Espace Nord, one of the most important business district in Brussels. The building, with its hanging gardens, is like an urban beacon and can be seen from many parts of the city. Architects CERAU – SCAU

2010 – European Parliament Building Extension, Brussels

European Parliament Building Extension, Brussels (in association) 77,000 m2 – office, conference, restaurant, broadcast and visitor facilities(in association)

2009-2010 – Bau 21 sala riunioni 101, Basel

– Otto Rudolf Salvisberg 1936 – landmark building – concept, preliminary and final design, construction administration

2009 – Protontherapy Center, Trento Hospital

The design promotes confidence and wellness, through the use of traditional, natural and ecofriendly materials. In association with Cerau.

2009 – Italease, HQ for a bank, Milan

An obsolete Data Center has been rejuvenated and refitted into an high-tech 20.000 sqm office complex, through the extensive demolitions, the addition of extra floors and new volumes, the complete redesign of internal circulation and workspace distribution, the implementation of up-to-date equipments.

2009 – Google, Country office, Milan

For this innovative company, design is essential for the development of its activities, which means flexibility, extremely comfortable working environments with enhanced community spaces.

2008 – Vodafone Turkey Headquarters, Istanbul, Turkey

GMW MIMARLIK was appointed to provide architectural and interior design services as well as the project management of the fit out project of Ece Plaza located within the business district of Maslak on the European side of Istanbul, as Vodafone Turkey Headquarters. In accordance with Vodafone’s global standards, our primary objective was to create secure, […]

2008 Feldbergstrasse 35, Frankfurt a.M.

Revitalisation of 1970s Office Building. Completion 2008. Individual laser cut slit-pattern as a binary translation of share prices reveals buidling’s history.

2008 – Discovery Channel, Italian headquarters, Milan

The brief is ‘An office that doesn’t look like an office’ The design concept is to create a workspace that is an inspiring place to be: cool, stylish, highly functional, and also a memorable ‘destination’ that becomes a conversation piece for visitors. In association with GMW Partnership.

2007 – Universo Servizi, Corporate Head Quarters, Milan

In Milan, in a semicentral area of urban requalification, AMA designed the 10.000 sqm new corporate headquarters of Universo Servizi – Banca Fideuram (Intesa San Paolo Group).

Unilever Headquarters, Finland

Unilever wanted to find a new office that would meet their needs. The result was an interesting and modern office space in Vallila, Helsinki, located in a former car showroom exuding the spirit of the functionalist movement with a curved roof. In addition to office space, the facilities include learning kitchens, a meeting place for […]

2007 – Republic of Turkey Chancellery Building, Berlin

The proposed design for the Republic of Turkey’s Chancellery Building in Berlin explores and seeks to address the dialectics of mass/void, inside/outside, private/public, transparency/solidity with the intention to create a contextually suitable, welcoming building. The proposed design employs passive solar design and other green building principles to minimize its impact on the environment.

2006 – Lottomatica, Rome

New office headquarters for the world’s largest Lotto company through the complete refurbishment of a geometrically complex building of circa 15.000 m2. A progressive tapering towards the higher floors allowed the creation of hanging gardens, to conceal the technical volumes, while the facade is dominated by the lightness of a transparent glass skin connected with […]

2005 – Deutsche Bank Turkey Headquarters, Istanbul, Turkey

Following the decision to move their Istanbul operations all under one roof, Deutsche Bank commissioned GMW MIMARLIK to design their 1,500 sqm offices on two floors of Tekfen Tower- one of the best contemporary office buildings in the city. The main reception area and corridors have been treated as an art gallery exhibiting the rich […]

2005 – Polaris World, Murcia, Spain

New office building

2004 – The Lawyer’s Villa, Val Tidone, Lombardy

This country house in the hilly region of the Appennino Piacentino was designed for a Milanese lawyer. Inspiration comes from the Moebius ring, which is considered by some mathematicians to mirror the structure of the Universe. Its fluid shape is a statement of modernity and leaves no space to any regional, country or faux-antique suggestion. […]

2004 – Job Centre, Milan

Commissioned by Milan Municipality and Provincial Govt., this project is part of a program financed by The European Union to rehabilitate bleak suburbs. We envisioned an dynamic, functional and comfortable place, rich in colour and eco-conscious that might become a focal point in the life of a disadvantaged neighbourhood: an space extremely flexible that can […]

2004 – City Light House, Berlin

New built Office Building in Berlin’s former West CBD, completion 2004. Award winning project for outstanding design, sustainability and lighting concept.

2004 – Helvetia Center, Milan

The Helvetia Insurance Company new Italian head-quarters in Milan also include a conference center, a restaurant and job caffé that are open to the public, thus contributing to the urban renewal of the neighbourhood. Green walls and roof gardens create recreational spaces for office workers and help reduce energy consumption.

2003 – DuPont Office Building, Tamon Valley, Asturias, Spain

DuPont – Office building in Valle del Tamón (Asturias) – 10,000 m2

1993-2010 – Umbau Bibliothek, Zürich

1993-2010 – Chemielabor, Zürich

1993-2010 – Geschoss D, Zürich

1993-2010 – Convertion WKL 147, Basel