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An Open-Plan Office in Warsaw Is a Hub Filled With Vibrant Color

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An Open-Plan Office in Warsaw Is a Hub Filled With Vibrant Color

Fresha, developer of scheduling software for beauty salons and spas, wanted its newest hub to reflect the dynamism of their team, and the innovation that occurs within. With a bold approach to color and materials, SAAN Architekci designed the new office in Warsaw, Poland.

Bright hallway with green walls, plants, and a large illuminated sign displaying the word “fresha.”.

Located in Central Tower, a high-rise commercial building in the capital city, the architects wanted to bring vibrancy to the 5,920-square-foot, open-plan space. After flipping through the company’s brand lookbook, Fresha’s signature violet tint caught the team’s attention, and from then on they were determined to emphasize a range of bright hues. “We saw these colors and knew they would add energy, so we decided to use them in the office,” says Iga Sawicka, co-founder of SAAN Architekci and project lead.

Small office booths with frosted glass doors and neon phone symbols, surrounded by green plants.

Neon outline of a telephone receiver on a green textured wall, with a green chair partially visible in the foreground.

Clean lines and vivid accents are complemented by a soft loft aesthetic, featuring exposed ceilings and painted ductwork. Zones dedicated to individual work are awash in neutrals, wood, and green accents to foster focus. The lime green communication sector includes ergonomic furniture and phone booths.

A ceiling with green painted pipes

A brightly lit, modern office hallway with green walls and ceiling. Glass doors on the right open into a conference room with red chairs. Workers are visible through the frosted glass.

Modern office hallway with glass partition walls and a bright yellow floor, leading to an open room. A person is seated on the left, using a laptop at a desk.

Transparent glass partitions amplify the tones in a prismatic effect. These dividers also maintain a sense of spaciousness while ensuring just enough separation between each department. Neon signs spelling out motivational phrases add a fun touch.

A modern conference room with a long wooden table, red chairs, large TV screen on the wall, and glass writing boards. The room has ceiling lights and green plants in the corners.

Modern lounge with red seating, a round ottoman, wooden shelves with plants, a wall-mounted TV, and a person walking by.

Conference rooms and creative workspaces, highlighted in an intense orange, offer ample space for business discussions or brainstorming sessions. A lounge area, dubbed the playroom, has a panoramic view of the city, the perfect place for staff members to recharge. Plush upholstered seating and ottomans are ultra comfortable, ideal for socializing or relaxing during the day.

Modern office space with orange accents, a partition with potted green plants, a high chair, and a TV on a wooden cabinet. White and wood textures dominate the room.

A modern room with orange walls, round seats, a tall mirror, and terrazzo flooring. Green plants by the windows and a high chair complete the setting.

A modern office lounge with orange seating and a neon sign reading "Work hard, play hard." A person sits on the couch, and a person looks in a mirror. Large windows show city buildings.

Modern kitchen with bold blue cabinetry, open shelves with various items, white countertop, and sleek appliances including a coffee maker and toaster.

At the heart of the space is the kitchen, which encourages employees to gather for meals or events. A large wooden island sits in the center, and a lamp-planter fixture hangs overhead, filled with live greenery. Plants placed in every corner of the office provide a much needed connection to nature and a lived-in, residential look.

A long wooden conference table with blue chairs, surrounded by hanging green plants. Cabinets and a neon "Make It" sign are visible in the background.

Office kitchen area with wooden cabinets, coffee machines, and a "Make it happen" neon sign on the wall. Blue chairs are at a wooden counter, and glasses hang upside down above.

Fresha’s workplace is now anything but traditional, enhanced by the full-tilt color that is central to the uplifting environment. “We moved away from a monochromatic palette, and by experimenting, we were able to design an office that is of the moment but not trendy. It’s timeless,” Sawicka notes.

Modern office kitchen with wooden counters, blue bar stools, and hanging plants. A logo and neon sign are visible on the wall.

Office space with a person sitting on a blue chair at a wooden desk, surrounded by hanging plants. Large windows provide natural light.

For more information on SAAN Architekci, visit saanarchitekci.pl.

Photography by Tom Kurek.

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