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National Foods Workplace

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Arch / Design:		HASSELL (web)
Type:		Office
Year:		2008
Location:		Melbourne
Photographer:		Shannon McGrath (web)

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The interior of the building has been carefully designed to bring staff and products together, both literally and figuratively. Metaphors are used throughout the workplace to subtly reinforce the company’s commitment to their people and their brands.

A six-storey spiral staircase is a metaphor for pouring milk, and also a key device in maintaining collaboration between staff on different levels.

Sculptural plant walls signal a connection with nature, but also assist in improving indoor air quality and enhancing staff well-being. The reception is visually linked to a kitchen, giving visitors the opportunity to observe food being prepared and tested.

The Hassell design takes a non-traditional approach to corporate environments and acknowledges the journey of ingredients from farm to factory. It celebrates and reinforces National Foods’ commitment to primary producers, manufacturing and food production.