Milium International: Transcending conventional hierarchies

Designed by Group DCA, Milium International is a new-age office space breaking down rigid social and interpersonal systems in a professional environment.

Located on the 15th floor of The Opus, Dubai, Milium International is a new-age office space that transcends conventional hierarchies. Influenced by the fluid, sculptural building it resides in– planned and executed by the innovative Zaha Hadid Architects– the design intent of the layout breaks down rigid social and interpersonal systems in a professional environment.

As the building is set amidst the concrete landscape of Dubai’s Business Bay and bestowed with an abundance of direct sunlight, indoor plants are strategically placed on breathing life into the space’s soothing neutral tones and adding freshness. The biophilic element subtly improves the overall health and well-being of the employees.

The skewed layout respects and represents the building’s original form. At this contemporary office, formal and informal meeting areas are designed to flow into one another. An array of seating arrangements at the entrance, including a bespoke community table, offer multiple break out zones.

The main office floor is mainly one-dimensional, and the floating acoustical fins on the ceiling line up in clean configurations, enhances the linearity of the space and the rawness of the concrete flooring. The modern carpeting adds a second layer of sound protection to ensure utmost privacy. The warm wood-clad surroundings and modern chairs inspires the soft colour palette. The end goal is to strike the right balance between less and more.

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