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Inspiration • Merck KGaA

Merck KGaA

Custom orange accents energise Merck's heritage headquarters.
Office Darmstadt, Germany
by Design in Architektur
Merck KGaA

Design in Architektur revitalised an existing office building at Merck KGaA's Darmstadt headquarters into a modern, flexible workplace that supports spontaneous interaction and knowledge-sharing. By preserving the original structure and making cost-effective interventions, the design balances heritage with contemporary functionality, featuring Hale series, custom-coloured Ratio 29 Pendant Lamps and Twist PET Felt Stack Stools throughout the transformed spaces.

  • LocationDarmstadt, Germany
  • ArchitectDesign in Architektur
  • ClientMerck KGaA
  • Year2024
  • Photography

    Lars Gruber Architekturfotografie

  • Ratio Pendant LampsRatio Pendant Lamps
  • Hale PET Felt Counter StoolHale PET Felt Counter Stool
  • Hale PET Felt Stack ChairHale PET Felt Stack Chair
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From rigid floors to social hubs

Breaking up the original rigid floor plan created space for coffee stations, dining corners and open presentation areas equipped with the complete Hale series. Hale Stack, Counter and Bar stools offer different seating heights that naturally separate quick coffee chats from longer team meetings. These varied zones replace traditional closed offices with spaces that encourage employees to move between focused work and social interaction throughout the day, essential for Merck's shift towards hybrid working.

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Custom colours reinforce corporate identity

Bright custom orange Ratio 29 Pendant Lamps complement Merck's vibrant brand identity against neutral base tones on walls, floors and ceilings. These custom-coloured pendants add playful touches to the interior without overwhelming the heritage architecture. Twist PET Felt Stack Stools in office zones provide flexible seating for dynamic meetings and brainstorming sessions, easily moved and stacked as team sizes change. This combination of custom colours and adaptable furniture creates a workspace that feels both professional and energetic, supporting knowledge-sharing and spontaneous interaction in a building that honours its past.

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