Malone Group

Plaza 255, Blanchardstown

Design Proposal - 27/02/24

This presentation proposes a very high-level concept design & series of ideas for Malone Groups proposed, new workplace at 255 Plaza, Blanchardstown Corporate Park. The design proposal aims to create a unique and inspiring workplace, bespoke to Malone Group and inspired by high-tech nature of their business activity.

It is understood that this design will evolve in collaboration with Malone Group should Somerville & MOR Architects be appointed for this design & build project which can be further tailored to Malone’s brief, budget & programme.

6.Future Adaptability

7.Proposed Concept Ceiling Plan

8.Key Statistics – Workplace Design Guidance

9.Precedent Images

10.Materials Palette

11.Concept Isometric Plan

12.Concept Images

13.Concept Walk Through

1 Project Team

1. Project Team

1.Main Contractor – Somerville

2.Architect / Workplace Designer – MOR Architects

3.MEP Designer - Client direct

4.M&E Contractor - Client direct

5.Fire Engineer – TBC post appointment (if required)

6.Principle Designer – McCallion Consulting

1.1 Main Contractor

1.1 Main Contractor - Somerville

For over 50 years, Somerville has successfully provided the highest quality fit-out and specialist joinery services to local, national, and international clients.

Somerville specialise in bespoke and

precision joinery elements. They have an extensive portfolio of commercial and workplace projects and have recently completed a high end two floor fit-out on Levels 11-12 of the Ewart building.

1.2 Architect

1.2 Architect - MOR Architects

MOR Architects are a design led practice creating exciting and innovative environments that put people first. We pride ourselves on addressing our clients needs whilst challenging perceptions to achieve high quality design solutions.

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2. Project Breif

2. Project Brief

The following accommodation schedule was discussed with Malone Group on 19.02.24.

Other considerations

- Malone Group content with draft layout & flow

- Teams to be spread across the floor plan

- Collaboration

- Acoustics and noise control

- Open plan for flexibility

- CAT A fit out will be fitted out to accommodate Malone Group requirements

- Access & security

3. Observations

3. Observation

4. Opportunities

4 Opportunities

5. Concept

5. Concept Floor Plan

6. Floor Plan

6.Future Adaptability

7. Reflected ceiling plan

7. Proposed Reflected Ceiling Plan

The proposed RCP is designed to create an open and spacious atmosphere to the office workstations providing an increased sense of height whilst intentionally also showcasing the M+E services, a key delivery sector for Malone Group.

Perforated 1200x450 angled ceiling tile rafts over desks denote workstation zones whilst the walkway areas will be defined by a 600x600 contrasting white grid with a mix of open and perforated tiles with draped vines to draw on biophilic design principles and enhance staff wellbeing.

Whilst this will create a contemporary dynamic feel, we are happy to work with Malone Group should a more traditional approach be required or to work within budget constraints.

The current perimeter bulkhead design over workstations and within cellular offices has been set out to multiples of 600mm to allow for a swap to a traditional 600x600 grid format should this be preferred.

8. Workplce statistics

8. Workplace Statistics

- Circa 46 no. FTE

- 40 no. workstations

- Opportunity for 60% increase future expansion of workstations to 66 no.

- 14 sqm per workstation (proposed layout)

- 9.8 sqm per workstation (future expansion)

- 30 no. collaborate workspaces

- 32 no. meeting spaces

- Breakout to facilitate circa 30 people

- Flexible presentation / townhall space to facilitate circa 55 people

- Meeting space to facilitate up to 36 people

9. Precedent

The following precedent images provide an indication of the proposed look & feel of the office space. Key drivers include,

- Spatial, design and material quality through the specialist joinery items to create a beautiful & welcoming working environment.

- Considered flexible & agile working spaces with optimal acoustic performance from the client facing social space to collaborative and focused working spaces.

- Strong emphasis on providing a healthy environment that connects building occupants to nature. Maximising views to the external and consideration of biophilic design through planters & suspended vines.

- Emphasis on collaboration and offer various ‘ways of working.’

-The design proposal aims to create a unique and inspiring workplace, bespoke to Malone Group and inspired by high-tech nature of their business activity.

10. Materials Pallette

The proposed palette of materials as follows,

- Clever use of Malone Group branding colour (Red, white, grey & black).

- Contemporary & natural materials, light in colour to ensure light and airy workplace.

- Controlled use of exposed soffit reflecting the layout of the office i.e. circulation space & workstations. Increased floor to ceiling height to enhance workspace.

- Biophillic design to enhance well being and a healthy working environment through connectivity to nature (planting & views to external)

- Robust, long-lasting materials& products suitable for a high trafficked commercial environment.

- Aesthetically pleasing products with consideration of acoustic control.