Office for BASF in the German capital

Homely representative office

BASF has opened a new office in the German capital city at Leipziger Platz in Berlin. In the striking architecture of the TRION building, the world-leading chemical company welcomes experts from politics and business. To support this purpose, brandherm + krumrey developed an office design that incorporates modern work concepts. Flexible room functions, a warm colour scheme and a carefully curated selection of furniture and materials create an inviting atmosphere for professional exchange.

The central area of the capital office is an open space with reception and open lounges, which also serves as an event area. From here, various rooms can be accessed that can be used for different purposes in line with contemporary workplace design. Alongside standard workstations, there are meeting rooms for confidential discussions and spacious areas for receptions and networking events. The central event space can be divided or expanded with a moveable wall to suit a variety of uses. One of the lounges can also be transformed into a private space with a curtain. The furniture is both high-quality and homely. Upholstered chairs and sofas, open shelves and plants, along with muted, friendly colours, create a discreetly pleasant atmosphere. This well-thought-out, functional and aesthetically appealing office concept offers BASF optimal workspaces and a distinctive setting for hosting important guests.

Client
BASF

Location
Berlin

Completion
2023

Architecture
léonwohlhage Gesellschaft von Architekten mbH

Project team
Susanne Brandherm, Kim Falger, Carolina Hahn, Carla Bayer

Photos
Joachim Grothus

Sustainability aspects

Building in existing contexts
Conversion, modernisation and upgrading of existing spaces

People in the rooms
Creation of new and diverse room situations for different needs; clear division of usage areas; promotion of well-being; open exchange with employees and managers in the planning process for needs-based design

Spatial quality
Expansion of office spaces; measures to improve room acoustics; individual lighting concept

Choice of materials and products
Dark, calming colours; woven textiles; flooring with high percentage of recycled materials; low-energy lighting

Floor plan