Sheldon delivered the state-of-the art space under a design and construct engagement. The office was to feature the best in technology and design, with every element carefully selected to inspire the team and enable them to do the best work of their careers. Paying attention to R/GA’s New York office fitout, particular heed was to be given to their Design Kit of Parts in which every item had been carefully selected by the R/GA team for specific reasons. Featuring a multiple use training room, four conference rooms and four huddle rooms, along with a sit-to-stand workstation for every employee, every element in the office, from the ergonomics, acoustical treatments and flooring to the furniture, lighting and specific Audio Visual facilities were all to support employee health and wellness.

Designing around the central atrium

The atrium that runs up the centre of 9 Castlereagh Street, a building designed by the renowned architect Harry Seidler, would prove to be most challenging aspect in creating a physically connected office. To maximise the shape and natural light provided through the atrium, the Sheldon design team cleverly incorporated the atrium into the designs various workpoints to enable a natural visual connection. The result is a space that can attribute several different workspaces whilst being connected through the central Atrium.

High End Audio-Visual Integration

The Audio-Visual facilities were crucial to the functionality of the space, and their seamless integration into the office gives R/GA’s workplace a unique edge. Feature uplighting highlights the exposed ceiling while providing a similar look and feel to the circadian lighting system in R/GA’s New York office. With R/GA’s objective to create the “Worlds Most Connected Office” it was paramount that the Sydney headquarters accommodated for a variety of international collaboration.