Geolog
Bussiness center
About
Blank developed the architectural concept, interior and landscape design of the multifunctional business center GEOLOG (23 Obrucheva St.) from Hutton Development. The project was approved by the Moscow Architectural Committee: a 13-story administrative building with underground parking, open public terraces and all the necessary infrastructure will appear here.
Idea
The architecture of the complex is based on the principle of "tectonic shifts": the displacement of parts of the building relative to each other. The idea of the architectural concept of the business center was the works and scientific discoveries of the scientist-geologist, traveler and explorer Vladimir Afanasyevich Obruchev. The main emphasis of the project in architecture was made on the "natural element" in the architectural form. The building is as if "divided" into 2 parts of different volumes, reminiscent of the shift of tectonic plates. Due to the identification of the compositional perspective, the above-ground part of the object is emphasized.
Facades
The facades are decorated with white and grey panels. The area of the facade glazing increases depending on the floor height, opening up unique views to the users of the facility.
Interior
An important design element of the common areas is the spiral staircase, which leads visitors to the mezzanine with a business lounge, which can be booked for meetings or as a flexible, isolated workspace.
Wayfinding
Navigation elements repeat the lines and architecture of the building, intuitively directing visitors to certain infrastructure facilities or offices of the complex. Signs placed at key decision-making points for all segments of visitors emphasize interior solutions and help the space become even more comfortable and welcoming for guests. We were faced with the task of developing a design and navigation for an underground parking lot as part of a business center. We used a contrasting combination of colors for the best readability of information, and also provided for the illumination of navigation elements, which is especially important in poorly lit parking spaces.
