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ODOS Architects London Studio has recently completed Slack’s new central London work space. The space is a reflective and calm penthouse oasis perched in the rooftops above historic central London streets.
Courtesy of ODOS Architects – Photography : Philip Durrant
ODOS’s careful manipulation of light and views combined with a rich, but muted, material palette has created an immersive space for business which playfully engages with its city context. Located on the top two floors of a former BBC Radio 1 broadcasting building on Great Portland Street the 540sqm space is designed as a European platform for the promotion of Slack’s business application.
Courtesy of ODOS Architects – Photography : Philip Durrant New spaces are formed by discrete black volume interventions. An executive business suite, meeting rooms, phone booths, kitchen, work spaces and numerous ad hoc breakout areas create a suite of spaces tailored to the needs of the users and the specific operations of Slack.The dominating character of the found space was the abundance of natural light and extensive views of the London skyline.
Courtesy of ODOS Architects – Photography : Philip Durrant
ODOS Architects utilized this rich canvas around which to frame the concept for the new interior fit out. Occupiable roof light portals form what the architects refer to as the ?eyes to the city?. The reflective lining of the portal...