Building Modification – Investment Company

Vele Investments, a leading investment firm, sought to create a sophisticated and modern office environment that reflects its values of leadership, professionalism, and cultural heritage. To achieve this, Turnkey Interiors (TKI) was entrusted with the task of implementing a comprehensive building modification that would seamlessly blend contemporary aesthetics with functional efficiency. 

Reception Area
As visitors enter the office space, they are immediately welcomed by a sophisticated reception area that exudes a modern, minimalist design. The area’s aesthetic is a masterful blend of contrasting elements, primarily achieved through the use of bold white and black tones. The walls and ceiling are painted in crisp white, allowing the black accent features to stand out and create a striking visual impact. The design is both timeless and contemporary, ensuring the space feels both welcoming and professional.

The floor features a carefully selected wooden vinyl, combining light and dark tones to introduce warmth while maintaining the sleekness of the overall design. The light and dark hues harmonise, grounding the space while providing a sense of depth.

A key feature of the entrance is the glass sliding door framed in black, which provides a seamless transition into the reception area. This choice of materials contributes to an open, airy feel, inviting guests into the heart of the building with ease.

Above, the ceiling showcases an elegant arrangement of lighting. The light panels are framed in black squares, creating a visual rhythm across the ceiling. A section of the white ceiling encloses the HVAC system, allowing for a clean and uninterrupted aesthetic. Smaller black squares encircle the downlights, strategically placed in the centre to ensure a well-lit, functional environment.

The reception desk serves as the focal point of the space, crafted from a combination of black and dark wood. The desk’s bold black surface contrasts beautifully with the warm, textured wooden column that supports it, adding a touch of natural elegance to the otherwise sleek design. Behind the desk, a large mural of an elephant stands proudly, symbolising wisdom and leadership. This image ties back to the client’s local roots and reinforces the investment company’s values, offering visitors a sense of connection to both the business and the region it operates within. The client’s logo, prominently displayed on the wall, further personalises the space and strengthens brand identity.

General Areas
Moving from the reception, the design of the general areas maintains the minimalist aesthetic, with carefully chosen materials and thoughtful design elements that support the overarching vision for the space. The flooring continues the theme from the reception area, with a light-coloured wooden vinyl that offers a sense of continuity while brightening the space. The floor is bordered by a dark-coloured skirting, which contrasts with the lighter walls and adds definition to the perimeter of the room.

The ceiling in these areas is adorned with sleek panel lights, designed in a black bar pattern. These elements create a dynamic visual effect, where narrow strips of light appear to separate distinct bands across the ceiling, infusing the space with an energetic and modern vibe. This design choice not only enhances the lighting but also complements the geometric lines and structure throughout the building.

In keeping with the client’s ethos, some walls are adorned with custom wallpaper that features imagery resonating with the company’s values and regional identity. These bespoke elements introduce an added layer of personality to the space, subtly reinforcing the client’s brand without overwhelming the design. The carefully selected imagery creates a visual dialogue that ties together the interiors and the company’s culture.

To further enrich the environment, carefully placed decorative items punctuate the general areas. Traditional drums, canes, and tin sculptures in the shape of an elephant’s head are scattered throughout. These items serve as both artistic expressions and symbols of local heritage, while also aligning with the investment company’s emphasis on wisdom and leadership. The sculptures, in particular, offer a tactile and visual contrast to the sleek lines of the architecture, adding warmth and a human touch to the space.

Meeting Rooms
Designed to facilitate both collaboration and professionalism, the meeting rooms in this office space strike a balance between transparency and privacy. Enclosed by glass partitions, these spaces maintain an open, connected feel while offering a sense of separation for focused discussions. The partitions are further enhanced with geometric single-line patterns, adding a subtle yet striking visual element that reinforces the contemporary aesthetic of the office.

The flooring in the meeting rooms introduces a deliberate contrast to the rest of the office, featuring a dark-coloured carpet that grounds the space while offering acoustic benefits. This choice helps to absorb sound, ensuring that conversations remain private and minimising distractions from the surrounding office environment. The contrast between the deep hues of the flooring and the crisp white ceiling panels enhances the sense of height and spaciousness, contributing to an atmosphere of clarity and focus.

Work Room
Designed with both functionality and employee well-being in mind, the work room offers a structured yet visually engaging environment that promotes productivity. The layout consists of several rows of long, flat desks, each divided by sleek glass partitions running down the centre. These partitions provide a subtle separation between workstations while maintaining an open and connected atmosphere, ensuring that collaboration remains effortless while allowing for individual focus.

A key focal point of the work room is the accent wall, which features a striking wallpaper design depicting a herd of elephants grazing. This imagery serves as a symbolic representation of teamwork, resilience, and the strong foundational values that the company upholds. The mural introduces a natural, calming element to the space, fostering an environment that is both inspiring and reflective of the company’s cultural roots.

Conclusion
The comprehensive building modification carried out by Turnkey Interiors has resulted in a modern and functional office space that aligns seamlessly with the investment company’s brand identity and operational needs. If you are seeking to transform your corporate space with expert interior solutions, contact Turnkey Interiors today to bring your vision to life.