What the Future of Work Looks Like: Redesigning a Bank Headquarters

The redesign of the ground floor and basement of the bank headquarters in Vienna’s historic Gründerzeit district reflects a modern approach to the workplace. Instead of separating work, social interaction and well-being, the project combines them into one cohesive environment. Coordinating a project with so many different functional areas required careful planning and transparent collaboration—making PLANFRED an essential part of the process.

Employees can enjoy their afternoon coffee in a stylish café that extends into the basement level, creating an atmosphere that feels more like a contemporary lounge than a traditional staff canteen. Connected to the café is a flexible leisure area that also serves as a welcoming interface between the company and the public. It offers the ideal setting for informal client meetings, shared lunch breaks or after-work gatherings.

Dedicated meeting areas accommodate everything from small discussions to larger workshops while blending seamlessly into the overall design concept. The project demonstrates that modern workplaces no longer need to consist of plain white walls. Instead, thoughtful materials, warm textures and carefully designed spaces create an environment where people enjoy spending time.

The focus on employee well-being continues beyond the office itself. A dedicated fitness area allows staff to work out after a busy day or unwind during a yoga session, offering space for both activity and relaxation.

Bringing together so many different functions within one project is no small task. For Hellwach, PLANFRED helped keep every stage of the project under control.

“PLANFRED helps us coordinate plans, revisions and approvals across complex projects while making collaboration within the team and with all project participants straightforward and reliable.”

We think hellwach has created a truly unique workplace—one that respects the original character of the building while introducing a fresh and contemporary working environment. It’s a successful balance between productivity and well-being.

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