Design company Room 11 went with a very meta look for the Royal Wolf headquarters based in Australia. The company modifies and sells old and new shipping containers, so it was only appropriate to use the same material for building the office.
The result is a very industrial look, with a darker aesthetic throughout the building. DesignBoom sources that "the workplace is built entirely from the steel units, utilizing the fabrication and construction methods employed by the organization." Considering the company specializes in these matters, it makes sense that Room 11 used a tested procedure for this building process.
The headquarters come complete with multiple offices, meeting rooms, a lobby and reception area, as well as space for a kitchen and bathrooms. Photo Credits: designboom, room11.au
Shipping Container Headquarters
Room 11 Opted for a Meta Design for the Royal Wolf Company
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