# Anti-Microbial Office Designs Cybernet's New Office is Completed with Anti-Microbial Surfaces By Francesca Mercurio | Published 2021-08-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cybernet References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2021/08/20/fiandre-architectural-surfaces-urban-active-surfaces/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+dezeen+%28Dezeenfeed%29) & [matteobelfiore](https://www.matteobelfiore.com/) Matteo Belfiore Architecture and Skukoh have produced a contemporary office design that is equipped with [anti-microbial surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antimicrobial-additive). The updated headquarters for cyber company Cybernet is finished with [Fiandre](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiandre) Architectural Surfaces - an Italian manufacturer that specializes in high-end ceramic surfaces. The purpose of the design was to priorities the well-being of Cybernet's employees. In order to do so, the designers chose Fiandre's Urban Active Surfaces collection to finish the space. Through a process called photocatalysis, Fiandre's ceramic surfaces react with light and begin to oxidize - thus destroying bacteria and viruses. Not only does the office boast cleanliness, but it is also a highly aestheticized space. The architects drew from [Japanese rock gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitaoka-group-office) in order to make a welcoming lobby space. Image Credit: Matteo Belfiore Architecture ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anti-microbial Surfaces:** The trend of incorporating anti-microbial surfaces in offices to ensure the well-being of employees and visitors. - **Photocatalysis Technology:** The trend of using photocatalysis technology in construction and design to destroy bacteria and viruses on surfaces. - **Japanese-inspired Office Design:** The trend of using Japanese design elements in office spaces to create a calming and welcoming environment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can utilize anti-microbial surfaces and photocatalysis technology to create clean and safe spaces for clients. - **Construction:** The construction industry can employ the use of anti-microbial surfaces and photocatalysis technology in building materials to promote healthy and safe environments for occupants. - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore new advancements in photocatalysis technology to develop more efficient and effective ways of destroying bacteria and viruses on surfaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decorative Ceramic Office Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiandre.md) - [Workstation-Sanitizing Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tolomeo-lamp.md) - [Mold-Avoiding Painting Coatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectrum-blue-antimicrobial.md) - [Balanced Office Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpurifying-paint.md) - [Wired Grid Open Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scienceio.md) - [Silver-Infused Self-Cleaning Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-antimicrobial-keyboard.md) - [Biophilic Workplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-garden.md) - [Clean Workstation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workstation-kit.md) - [Playful Contemporary Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-contemporary-office.md)