Mislad is an office in Kyiv designed by studio Between the Walls to bring the comforts of home into a professional workspace. The space features an open-plan area at the entrance plus a hexagonal meeting room with glass doors, curtains, and plush carpeting for acoustic softness. Materials such as preserved brick, wood, metal, marble, and glass combine with a colour palette of pistachio green, eucalyptus, blues, burgundy and black to balance warmth and structure. The kitchen includes a large papier-mâché bas-relief by artist Anastasiia Leliuk depicting mythological creatures, rooting the design in historical context.
The office contains four work areas, each with its own atmosphere for varied tasks. A secluded director’s office contrasts a warm room near a synagogue façade by using minimalist design, Donald Judd–style shelves, and an upcycled leather armchair for a personal touch. Flooring, lighting, and reused materials help maintain continuity and comfort throughout the space.
Image Credit: Between The Walls
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Home-inspired Office Design
- Blending residential aesthetics with workplace functionality transforms traditional offices into inviting and personalized environments.
- Acoustic-friendly Workspaces
- Incorporating elements like plush carpeting and curtains enhances acoustic comfort, offering noise mitigation in open office layouts.
- Artistic Corporate Environments
- Integrating artistic elements and historical references into office designs fosters creativity and cultural depth among employees.
Sectors Adopting This
- Interior Design
- The merging of home-style comfort with office spaces presents a frontier for interior design, reimagining professional environments.
- Furniture Manufacturing
- The demand for furniture that harmonizes comfort with professionalism opens avenues for innovative product development in office furnishings.
- Acoustic Solutions
- Addressing the need for sound control in open-plan offices invites advancements in materials and design tailored for acoustic management.
