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Barcelona - Spain

MTG's new headquarters reflect its corporate identity

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Objective

Located in a building designed by architect Carlos Ferrater in Barcelona's Olympic Village, MTG's new headquarters restores the building’s original structure, which had been significantly altered by previous tenants.

The main objective of the project was to create a working environment that reflects the key values of MTG: wisdom, innovation and know-how.

The aim was to provide employees with a healthy and comfortable space that promotes productivity and well-being, while optimising the building's internal circulation and organisation.

Bringing together the company’s three core values of wisdom, innovation and craftsmanship, Denys and Von Arend have created a space shaped by an in-depth understanding of the company, its clients, its corporate identity, its location and the building itself.

 
 
 

 

Solution

Denys and Von Arend took a holistic approach to the project, starting with a thorough analysis of the needs of the company, its clients and corporate identity. A significant refurbishment was carried out to restore the original architectural essence of the building, removing visual obstructions and improving interior circulation.

"It took a major refurbishment to 'see' the building that Ferrater designed again", explained the studio. The project has restored the perception of the interior architectural volumes, removed elements that obstructed visual perspectives and improved the efficiency of internal circulation: "The movement of people throughout the office is important to maintaining an organised environment and ensuring that everyone has clear, well-defined routes. Visitors must be accompanied when entering restricted areas, while internal circulation routes should be as short and efficient as possible," added Denys and Von Arend.

Although the company's organisation is classic and hierarchical, with closed offices for the general management and the other - mostly fixed - positions in the open-plan space, emphasis has been placed on very comfortable layouts and sufficient space between the desks. With open spaces, spaciousness, clarity and connection, the new headquarters provides a healthy working environment suitable for different tasks, where everyone has personal space to work individually.

For the meeting rooms, Urban chairs have been chosen. Featuring an armless design, a five-star base with castors and upholstery in the same colour palette used throughout the project, they blend seamlessly with the overall design. A monochromatic palette of greys, enriched by a wide variety of textures and shades, provides the backdrop for the company’s flagship product: the red components of its excavator buckets.

In addition, different areas have been designed to accommodate the team’s diverse ways of working. These range from spaces for standing work, equipped with wall-mounted or mobile whiteboards and high tables with stools that encourage movement and interaction, to more intimate and welcoming settings where employees can work undisturbed, make phone calls or simply take a break.

To create a healthy indoor environment with optimal climatic conditions, a series of specific measures have been implemented, including the installation of two motorised skylights that allow natural light to flood the interior. Their opening mechanisms also enable natural ventilation, minimising energy consumption. To ensure thermal comfort, each area has an appropriate climate control system tailored to its intended use and specific conditions. Meanwhile, carpets, flooring, felt wall coverings and suspended acoustic panels help maintain optimal acoustic conditions throughout the space.

"We have met expectations: the workers told us that they feel very comfortable as it is a quiet area and the offices provide them with space and areas for the different times of the day and to suit their needs", stated Denys and Von Arend.

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Architects/Interior designers
Denys and Von Arend
Location
Barcelona Olympic Village
Customer
MTG
Year
2024
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