Located on the ground floor of the Connect Corporate building in Guadalajara, Mexico, the new Hines offices take advantage of the view of the lobby and the glass walls facing outside to maximize natural lighting and, consequently, create a healthy and pleasant work environment
The investment and real estate management company Hines has commissioned the Mexican studio Work+, which has nearly 30 years of experience in office projects, to create the new headquarters in Guadalajara. The space enjoys a privileged position that allows for integration with the lobby and direct connection with the outdoor environment; thanks to the new design, the Hines offices offer a space that reconciles productivity and communication
Spaces that require more privacy are placed against the existing walls of the building, in order to leave an open area in the heart of the office dedicated to the operational activities of the work teams. Meeting rooms, kitchen, and private offices are therefore contained in enclosed spaces distributed along the perimeter. The building's glass walls are left clear to allow natural light to flow deeply inside
A corridor punctuated by concrete columns connects the offices to the general hall, in a succession of perspectives on the Hines spaces: accents of color, carpets, furnishings, informal meeting corners, etc. The study of lighting and spatial perception has led to the choice to maximize heights and to the installation of suspended drywall panels with integrated lighting, complemented by ceiling lights and fixtures to provide direct and indirect light
