Bosch Building Technologies' new Munich headquarters in Neuperlach proves that a dated 1990s office complex can be reimagined as a forward-thinking workplace. This revitalized administrative building showcases what's possible when two local design powerhouses collaborate: Oliv Architekten handled the building renovation, while CSMM crafted the interior concept. The result replaces the sterile corridors and isolated cubicles of yesteryear with a thoughtfully balanced mix of open-plan areas and dedicated zones. It's a genuine culture shift – from assigned, stationary desks to an agile, adaptable workspace. And importantly, this transformation isn't a one-time overhaul; it's an evolving process that keeps employees at its center.

Step through the entrance and you're immediately greeted by an awe-inspiring two-story atrium flooded with natural light. The generous lobby features welcoming lounge areas that invite people to pause and connect. A central spine lined with meeting pods and a vibrant cafeteria flows behind the reception desk, with stairs and elevators ascending to upper-floor office levels. Here, glass-walled meeting spaces, open collaboration zones, and colorful screens create flexible sections for agile work – whether in meeting rooms, project areas, phone booths, or labs. Warm wood tones and natural fabrics blend seamlessly with clean contemporary lines and premium finishes. The entire design language reflects Bosch's corporate palette: blue, light blue, green, and red. A desk-sharing model accommodates 600 workstations while supporting up to 1,000 employees. Yet despite the open, flexible setup, the company deliberately rejected digital desk reservations. Instead, they introduced "home zones" – designated home bases for each team – a deliberate antidote to anonymous, depersonalized hot-desking.

Lush greenery reinforces the welcoming atmosphere, while flexible furnishings and modular components adapt fluidly to each team's evolving needs. But there's more: beyond the offices themselves, employees will soon have access to a conference center, on-site childcare, and a company cafeteria. Plans are underway to integrate the site into a larger green campus that blends residential and working spaces – available to employees, visitors, and residents alike. This interconnected approach creates value on multiple fronts: strengthening the company's culture while enriching the broader neighborhood.

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Photography:
Sebastian Arlt
www.bastiarlt.de

(Published in CUBE Cologne Munich 03|25)