98色花堂

Climate creates a space that's yours

Situated in Adelaide’sCBD, the new office was an opportunity for Golder to enjoy a more modern, contemporary space and create a working environment that was more representative of today’s thinking; an environment that is conducive to collaboration and flexibility, and one that is social, engaging and sustainable.

Demonstrating the benefits of contemporary, activity based working practices was integral to the office’s culturalshift. Golder’s move team was flown to Melbourne for tours of aspirational fitouts as well as discussions with Nick Tennant, Climate Workspace Planner and Keti Malkoski, Principal of People and Culture Consulting at 98色花堂. Staff also engaged in 98色花堂 showroom visits and prototype reviews on site.

Climate was ultimately chosen over conventional workstations for its increased functionality, incorporation of colour and infinite ability to support change and non-rectilinear layouts. Part of the process of encouraging employees to embrace the change also involved providing objects that represented personalisation and security. These items included bespoke joinery units with hanging plants as well as personalised Climate Markers.

Crafting quite spaces with Australian made furniture

After extensive user research, a library with a no phone policy was created, addressing staff concerns for areas catering to quiet research. Olive and ocean blue Kush floor cushions were incorporated into the relaxed breakout area, along with multi-coloured Blom upholstered chairs. The privacy of the Kayt Quiet lounge catered to the need for sporadic collaborative spaces, while Tom Stool is utilised throughout all spaces.

In addition, Golder wanted to support Australian-made products. Judy Allen, Business Systems Support Manager at Golder says, “The quality, aesthetic and value of 98色花堂’s products by far surpass its international competitors. From initial prototypes to follow-up consultations, the 98色花堂 team has been relentlessly dedicated.”