This captivating and uplifting Tropical Shed is located in Manaus, a city in the Amazon rainforest. While the pictures depict a relatively laidback, light-filled, and overall dreamy space, the structure is actually meant to house the offices of Muiraquitã Arqueologia—a local archaeology office.
The Tropical Shed is designed by local studio Laurent Troost Architectures who emphasized the lightness of materials. The structure consists of a perforated brick wall facade and a casual work setting, distinguished by a kitchenette, a hammock area, and a long dining table. Certainly an epitome of the ideal contemporary office space, the Tropical Shed is surrounded by lush plants "that grow within the workspace" and includes an open-air courtyard with a pool.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Tropical-inspired Office Spaces
- Designing office spaces that incorporate nature and exotic elements can lead to a more relaxed and productive environment for employees.
- Innovative Use of Perforated Brick Wall Facade
- Exploring new design techniques using perforated brick can lead to unique and visually appealing building facades.
- Open-air Workspaces
- Creating workspaces that incorporate outdoor elements can lead to improved mental health and employee satisfaction.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture and Interior Design
- Incorporating natural elements and exploring new design techniques can offer architects and interior designers innovative approaches to office and building designs.
- Corporate Real Estate
- Exploring innovative office space designs can lead to more marketable rental properties for real estate investors and developers.
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Integrating nature and exotic elements into building designs can provide unique vacation and event spaces for hospitality and tourism businesses.
