The canteen represents a specific brief, where we have to keep both effectiveness and quick turnaround for diners in mind. We really wanted to visually divide the space, but at the same time it was necessary to maintain an overview when looking for a free table. We also did not want to interfere with the existing structures of the building. That is why the idea of inserting "park pavilions" or "arbors" arose, which visually and acoustically divide the space and at the same time do not strictly define it.

Our effort was to create a different environment for employees who spend most of the day in the office, which would bring a pleasant change to their day during their meal break. The ideal would be to divide the working day by sitting in the park for a picnic. Therefore, Monet's painting Breakfast on the Grass was our mood inspiration. We tried to bring a more informal atmosphere to the “austere and strict” office building. A lot of greenery, natural materials, seating of various types - all this should make lunch time more pleasant for workers.

Another problem we perceived in the space was acoustics, which is why we chose elements made from special acoustic materials – partition panels in the pavilions, but also sound-absorbing upholstery made of recycled PET materials on chairs and lamps.

One of the challenges was the greenery concept, which was understandably very important to us. We were looking for rather unusual species for interior use, that would evoke a park, a garden, or sitting under a tree rather than the greenery of the "urban jungle" that is often used today. Most of the species we initially selected prefer the exterior to the interior. Based on consultations with a specialist, we finally created a beautiful planting that should prosper in the canteen environment.