Our spaces, Roche guide of the built environment

Interiors Key Features

Ahead of time

Define level of adaptability according to the project priorities, many movable partitions are not always the best solution.
Think modular for base design elements and infrastructure.
Chose flexible, customizable, and reconfigurable furniture solutions.

Take design opportunities to promote and communicate sustainable awareness, considering local specificity.
Facilitate low-energy solutions for cooling, heating, lighting, etc. in compliance with Roche sustainability directives K6 – K18.
Choose non-toxic products and materials with a low environmental impact.

Communicate innovation, and showcase science and technology as the brand’s driving mission.
Show works in progress on integrated wall spaces, display cases, or media screens.
Provide multi-purpose spaces that encourage creativity and sharing knowledge and ideas.

Adopt new, recycled, reusable and recyclable solutions to new requirements. Rethink furniture design out of the box.
Propose furniture that has a casual, raw and spartan character.
Foster creativity and optimise investments by designing flexible, reconfigurable and modular assemblies.
Adapt design to Scrum methodology.

Fit to purpose

Interpret the Workplace Strategy as functional base for the workplace design.
Promote variable placement and alternative work situations.
Offer a diversity of spaces ranging in size and character. Avoid one solution that fits all.
Design different functional spaces with changing ambiences following typological criteria to achieve a balanced mix. Do not follow an eclectic design approach.

Layout provides space adjacencies for optimum functionality, according to Workplace Strategy.
Design solutions for providing the right level of privacy, acoustic, light, and thermal comfort depending on space requirements, as defined in the project performance specifications.

Select durable, resistant, easy-to-clean materials and design solutions.
Plan low maintenance systems and easy accessible HVAC and MEP installations.
Practice a low water use green concept.
Define a Life Cycle strategy based on the Dia Life Cycle Asset Management (LCAM) process.
Follow the building operation manual. Use the building management system to monitor, analyze and reset for optimum efficiency in operation.

Form at human scale

Focus on people, and consider non-linear spatial arrangements with meandering circulation to create a more interesting spatial experience.
Design, where appropriate, simple organic or circular shapes that accompany the body movement.

Maximize the height for a generous space feeling.
Choose ceiling types according to a concept defined by space typologies.
Use modular, rational criteria for the rhythm of lighting and installations, according to the building’s structure.

The atmosphere of space

All permanent workplaces should have quality natural light.
Allow light to travel across different areas using transparent or translucent partitions for a sense of openness.
Quality of light depends on the material’s reflectivity, so consider when defining colours for finishes.

Use of colours follows a clear concept directly related to the character of the space.
Colours captured from local context evoke a familiar environment that brings comfort, follow the Site Mater plan local guidelines.
Choose neutral, warm main colours, with no more than three accent colours, tone-in-tone.
Avoid many highly contrasted and saturated colours; do not use dark colours in open work space.

Employ adequate lighting solutions according to the use of each space.
Stick to a clear concept for lamps typology and formal language.
Offer diversity by mixing different types of lighting for a rich atmosphere. Avoid one solution fits all.
Select the appropriate light colour temperature for space function considering natural light and finishes colours.
All lighting fixtures should be energy efficient LED in compliance with K 18 Directive for lighting.

Plants and planters should be an integral part of the interior design concept.
The height of vegetation must adapt to the size of space, to contribute to a sense of openness.
Arrange plants in groups with diverse sizes and species, and use them for different functions.
The chosen species must have a low water consumption and be of easy maintenance, in agreement with Facility Management.

Adapted to the local environment

Reference traditional architecture or local crafts through patterns, textures, and colours to strengthen the sense of belonging.
Propose abstract interpretations in line with Roche brand simplicity and reduced expression.
Avoid literal use of decorative elements and never use Roche hexagon to create patterns.
In alignment with Roche brand and the site Master plan guidelines.

Define a concept for consistency in the use of materials.
Reinterpret local tradition in an abstract way through materials, techniques, and patterns, in alignment with Roche brand and the local guidelines.
Choose durable, low-maintenance, socially responsible and locally produced materials.

An inclusive workplace values individual differences and supports diverse ways of working.
The office layout should encourage social activities to foster the sense of community.
Foment well-being by offering choices, comfortable furniture, adequate lighting and support for sport activities.