The highly anticipated Workspace Design Show is returning to London's Business Design Centre, boasting an impressive array of new features to explore.

From 27-28 February, some of the industry's leading designers, architects and built environment partners are invited to delve into a range of different displays, including an immersive forest stage and an interactive lighting installation. Altogether, 2024’s features represent an incredible spectacle for attendees of the Show, which has become a must-visit event for workplace interiors professionals since its inception in 2021.

Gensler curates the Design Talks Lounge

The design concept for the Design Talks Lounge at the Workspace Design Show 2024 delves into the overarching theme, ‘Bloom – Exploring the Thriving Ecosystem of Work Life’. Thoughtfully curated by Gensler, this engaging experience aims to shed light on and draw inspiration from nature, encouraging a positive perspective on balancing the worlds of work and life.

Both established and independent furniture consultants, Hunters, have partnered with sustainably-focussed firms to help bring this concept to life. Workplace plant supplier, Exubia plays a central role with eye-capturing biophilic design, seamlessly merging live planting with innovative moss elements. This is complemented by a 66-metre custom printed fabric backdrop provided by Kvadrat, featuring a forest design and crafted by the incredibly skilled seamstresses at Waverley.

The flooring is supplied by Material Hangout and Mogu. Well known for its bio-based solutions, these choices reinforce the Design Talks Lounge’s environmental ethos. The furniture is carefully selected from Andreu World, a firm renowned for its commitment to sustainability, with products made from biodegradable and compostable properties. To extend the life cycle and impact of the design of the feature, post-event will see the redistribution of the plants and furniture featured, while the fabric finds a second life in charity projects - ensuring a sustainable and waste-free approach.

tp bennett designs a conceptual entrance

Architectural, design and planning practice tp bennett design a series of elegant columns arranged in a conceptual maze for the feature entrance to Workspace Design Show 2024. Serving as a symbolic representation of the intricate ecosystem of work life, each column embodies the essence of ‘Bloom’ – another nod to the event’s theme.

They stand tall and varied, taking inspiration from the diversity of experiences and challenges often experienced in life and both physical and metaphorical growth. As visitors navigate through the varied paths, they encounter different sculptural pieces created by Aectual. Each of these sculptures illustrate a delicate bloom, composed of recycled sustainable materials and textured 3D printed surfaces with accompanying organic biophilia provided by Vantage Spaces and Planteria.

Vantage Spaces are using preserved foliage - which is harvested sustainably - using natural dyes to preserve the stems and ensure they are VOC free, 100% natural & biodegradable. Overall, this conceptual maze invites contemplation on the organic nature of career progression, encouraging individuals to appreciate the beauty and resilience inherent in their professional journey. The feature is finished with a captivating modular, linear lighting system, subtly integrated by iGuzzini, paired with contemporary textiles from Kvadrat and specialist plant lighting from Soltech.

BDP designs the Insights Lounge, inspired by biophilic design

Both the Occupiers Forum and the Sustainability Works sessions will be held in the Insights Lounge, designed exclusively by Lisa Pasi, graduate interior designer with international architects practice BDP. Also addressing the theme of, ‘Bloom’, Pasi’s concept will focus on the symbiotic relationship between man and nature.

Hunters once again play a key role in terms of sourcing sustainable partners. Pasi’s vision promotes the purpose and validity of using natural materials within the workplace environment. To this end, wood and stone are not only aesthetically pleasing and foster a sense of warmth but also positively influence mood and well-being.

Interior designer at BDP, Lisa Pasi comments, “Despite being constantly reminded of our connection to nature through our senses, this association tends to diminish when we find ourselves indoors, surrounded by artificial light and synthetic materials. Therefore, by adhering to biophilic design principles, the inclusion of natural materials will establish a connection to nature, bolstering concentration, creativity, and job satisfaction.”

The sustainable credentials of flooring firms Mogu, Material Hangout and Material Source Studio partner, Ege Carpets also underpin the concept. Overall, visitors of the Insights Lounge can enjoy a tactile experience, and encounter the customisable options and unique qualities of natural materials - which are sure to enrich the overall comfort and engagement of individuals in the workplace.

Living Workplace lighting installation

Jason Bruges Studio presents two interactive lighting prototypes on the theme of ‘Living Workplace’. Each prototype is a 1:1 section of an existing, full-scale permanent artwork. The first prototype, called 'Energy Dynamics' - originally developed for the Ukrainian energy company DTEK - uses technology for storytelling. The second prototype entitled 'The Experience Tunnel', was created for trading firm XTX Markets, and introduces interaction to foster human connection and collaboration.

Recharge Lounge

M Moser Associates has crafted a captivating oasis featuring the exquisite Pebble Rubble modular seating range from Italian furniture manufacturer, Moroso that transports us to the serene surroundings of the forest.

Amidst the lively atmosphere of the Workspace Design Show, visitors will have the opportunity to be immersed in nature-inspired surroundings, where tranquility and rejuvenation seamlessly merge. As the name suggests, the Recharge Lounge offers an opportunity to reset, refuel, recharge. Here, Electrosonic provide an experience where architecture, storytelling and technology connect in this enchanting retreat.

Collectively, these features will form a key part of Workspace Design Show 2024 and promote meaningful discussions around the future of workplace, particularly in terms of best practice in sustainability.

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