STYLEPARK PEDRALI
Spaces in Dialogue
What does an office setting that meets today’s requirements look like? When individual tasks dynamically alternate with collaborative processes, there is a need for environments that provide guidance and flexibly combine different ways of working. At the same time, expectations are growing that workplaces should promote a sense of belonging and the well-being of the team through their structure and furnishings. With the #PedraliGentleHabitat stand, which the Italian company Pedrali recently unveiled at Orgatec in Cologne, describes precisely this approach: modular working environments that support productive processes whilst also creating space for relationships, interaction and personal well-being.
The central question focuses on how openness and focus can be reconciled. Acoustics play a key role: with “Ondine”, DWA Design Studio for Pedrali has developed a modular acoustic system that translates functional requirements into a defining design element. The “Ondine Wall”, “Ondine Partition” and “Ondine Desk” versions offer solutions that structure walls, define spatial zones or screen off workspaces. The characteristic wave structure lends rooms depth and rhythm, whilst the sound-absorbing properties promote a balanced acoustic environment. “Ypsilon Connect” by Jorge Pensi Design Studio takes this concept a step further: as a versatile partition system, it organises open-plan layouts and supports a spatial organisation that can adapt to changing requirements. This spatial clarity gives rise to workspaces that facilitate collaboration just as naturally as they do focused individual work. The “Rizz Workstation” by Robin Rizzini provides the structural framework for this and integrates seamlessly into a variety of office configurations.
In addition, the "Buddyhub Desk" and the "Buddyhub sideboard" both with sound-absorbing panel and the "Buddy poufs" have been expanded to include a new version fitted with castors, designed to offer greater flexibility and adaptability in workspaces. The ergonomic "Polar task chairs" from Jorge Pensi Design Studio, in new designs with mesh covers in terracotta and sage green, offer meanwhile additional comfort as well as freedom of movement, supporting a dynamic way of working.
Equally important are inviting spaces where ideas can take shape in a cosy atmosphere. Here, Sebastian Herkner’s “Blume” sideboard makes a striking statement and lends structure to open spaces. This is complemented by “Buddy Oasi Serpentine” by Busetti Garuti Redaelli: the modular seating arrangement provides comfort for spontaneous conversations, thereby naturally integrating communication into the space. Where there is room for socialising, quiet spaces are also needed to maintain a balance: with its enveloping form, the “Ila Armchair” by Patrick Jouin offers a sheltered setting for focused work or confidential conversations. The “Estratto” coffee tables by Formafantasma complement the scene with a sculptural presence that blends architectural precision with everyday practicality.
The lighting also contributes to the harmonious overall effect: the "Kawara" by Yusuke Kawai and "Filicudi" by Andrea Pedrali lightings create targeted accents and respond to different usage scenarios within the space. A new lighting system also complements the "Arki-Table Desk" with a central LED solution featuring a bridge-like structure, which ensures uniform illumination of the workstations. The dimmable lighting, set at 3,000 Kelvin, can be individually adjusted at each workstation. An integrated shelf provides additional space for plants or personal items. The “Twiny” rug by DWA Design Studio, in addition, serves as far more than just a decorative element: it lends open spaces an extra layer of texture. At the same time, it connects the individual zones into a coherent whole and fosters an atmosphere that combines openness and comfort.
That the qualities of contemporary workspaces have expanded beyond the confines of the interior are demonstrated in form of the “Lamorisse” outdoor lounge and sofa by Cazzaniga Mandelli Pagliarulo for example, as well as the “Alu” table: both bring the requirements of modern working environments to terraces and outdoor areas, opening up additional opportunities for meetings, focused work or informal get-togethers. For Pedrali, the quality of contemporary working environments is defined by the interplay of every component: acoustics, ergonomics, lighting and furniture intertwine to create a dynamic ecosystem that meets the diverse demands of modern work with aesthetic clarity. The designers craft environments that support concentration and collaboration while allowing creative freedom.
