Client
IKIGAI — Co-working
Year
2021
Area
640m²
Location
Merchant Square, Nairobi, Kenya
IKIGAI
A 640m² space that boosted member retention and became a signature location for the brand's expansion.
The Challenge
A growing co-working operator needed a flexible, community-driven space that could adapt to varied member needs.
Our Solution
An industrial-zen concept with modular furniture, biophilic elements, and zoned areas for focus, collaboration, and social connection.
The Outcome
A 640m² space that boosted member retention and became a signature location for the brand's expansion.
Creating a flexible workspace for work, community, and wellbeing.
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Feel calm, airy, and welcoming.
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Reflect a contemporary and cutting-edge aesthetic.
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Support flexibility and adaptability for different workstyles.
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Encourage collaboration and community interaction.
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Integrate wellness and biophilic design principles.
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Create a distinctive workplace experience that differentiates the brand.
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Accommodate both focused work and social engagement.
Inspired by Zen and modern work.
Inspired by the principles of Zen and the evolving nature of modern work, we designed an environment that balances tranquillity with energy and flexibility with functionality. The workplace was planned to offer a variety of settings that support different modes of working, from quiet focus areas and collaborative zones to informal social spaces.
A carefully curated mix of modular furniture allows the space to adapt to changing user needs, while biophilic elements and abundant planting introduce warmth, improve wellbeing, and strengthen the connection between people and their environment. Industrial finishes and contemporary detailing add character and authenticity, creating a space that feels modern yet approachable.
The result is a dynamic and highly adaptable workplace that encourages creativity, collaboration, and community while offering members a distinctive and inspiring place to work, connect, and grow.
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