And what exactly was the goal? The city administration describes it enthusiastically: “Our model space gives us the opportunity to make new working environments tangible for our employees. It has become a true ‘home port’ for us.” The floor plan functions as a real testing and learning environment, enabling mobile work, exchange, and retreat alike. Functional agility is supported by 14 ergonomically equipped workstations compliant with ASR standards, complemented by twelve flexible spaces for project-based and temporary work. The area is modularly organized, openly zoned, and used by different municipal departments on a rotating six-month cycle. This allows each department, within a defined timeframe, to test and evaluate new working modes — including fresh impulses and shifts in perspective. To support this, the space offers clearly defined usage zones: an open space for communication, teamwork, and focused work; a project area with mobile furniture for group work and presentations; and writable walls to foster creative processes and agile collaboration. These are complemented by phone booths and a meeting room equipped with media technology. At the center, the “coffee point” encourages exchange and a sense of community. Informal conversations, shared lunches, or spontaneous meetings can take place here. Integrated office management areas with lockers, a printer pool, and organizational infrastructure complete the setup. “Full speed ahead!” — one might say — for a new working culture.
