The Color Block Office by Studio Pastels

The interior design of this chartered accountant’s office in Ahmedabad has been realised by the young practice- Studio Pastels. The main concept was raised from the client's brief to provide transparency in the office and optimise the daylighting, while creating a fresh and energetic workspace for the staff. The concept of colour blocking is explored in this office, using the bright and cheerful colour palette of yellow and teal to keep the workspace energetic yet sophisticated to match the mood of the CA profession. 

The 500 sqft site is divided in 5 major zones; the reception, 2 cabins, staff area and service area. These areas are divided using glass partitions to provide visual connectivity and allow daylight to diffuse across all spaces.

The open area in the centre of the office is divided in zones like reception, workstations and storage by adding a sleek and elegant space divider in white.

The rectangular suspended light and table top define the sub volume inside the central open area. 

The wall next to workstations is composed of a series of simple open boxes in yellow, adding a pop of color. Furthermore, the glass task boards in yellow add vibrance to the workspace. 

The design approach to color blocking continues inside the master cabin’s timeless and sophisticated table where it is colored solid in white and teal.

The master cabin uses two opposite wall surfaces to capture the sunlight. A cabinet in teal and shelf in yellow compose the wall behind the master table. 

The yellow sofa sits against the geometrical printed backdrop next to the plants, making it a perfect lounge corner for winter afternoons.

The combination of artificial and natural light finely balance the ambience, complementing with the plants to make the space more lively.