In the design for the Bochum headquarters of the IT company Pradtke GmbH, the planners at Zeller & Moye adopted this idea. Today, the once fixed workplace must adapt to changing needs and, together with the employees — 70 in this case — become dynamic and flexible, allowing for different working modes and locations. Ideally, everyone can actively move between spaces: settling down at a computer for focused work, engaging in brainstorming within a small group, or attending larger gatherings such as discussions, training sessions, or events. Alternatively, one can move into a differently characterized zone within the 494-square-meter office landscape—one that enables social interaction, relaxed togetherness, or, conversely, separation for contemplation and recovery. Two areas were created within the elongated rectangular ground floor plan, divided by a centrally positioned foyer and staircase: to the right, a large, flowing space with an extra-long worktable and acoustic booths for concentrated work. Here, people can also cook and eat together or hold spontaneous meetings. A cushioned seating landscape even allows for power naps. To the left of the staircase lies a large, flexible hall equipped with movable furniture for teaching formats and events — extendable auditorium elements serve as mobile seating rows. The space offers views into an adjacent inner garden, which has a calming effect. Natural, sustainably selected materials, integrated planting, ample daylight, and natural ventilation all contribute to the well-being of users and visitors. The concept of a miniature landscape, with its varied and open spatial design, promotes movement and interaction as well as inspiration.
