GHD Hamilton's office transformation
At a glance
At GHD, we’re committed to promoting collaboration, connection and flexible working arrangements for our employees. In line with this vision, our new Hamilton office was designed to showcase our services, while also creating a welcoming and calming environment that reflects the essence of the Waikato region.
The challenge
We recognised that a much-needed refurbishment of our office space provided an excellent opportunity to showcase a tangible reflection of our core values and culture. We’ve always been passionate about promoting a positive work environment that fosters collaboration, connection and flexible working arrangements and the refurbishment project aimed to reinforce these values.
Our response
We took a holistic approach and stripped the building back to its core, embracing an industrial-style aesthetic that provides character and uniqueness to the space.
In keeping with our commitment to the Waikato region, we incorporated elements that reflect the unique character of the area. For instance, the Waikato River is a key feature of the region and is highlighted on meeting room doors and windows through a graphic that spans across the windows. This not only adds a sense of connection and place but also provides a unique and visually striking approach to enhance the space.
The open-plan layout of the working spaces and desks encourages collaboration, with dedicated collaborative working spaces catering to all types of work styles. The office design is not only functional but also energising, creating an environment that promotes creativity, innovation and teamwork.
Through the refurbishment of our Hamilton office, we’ve demonstrated our commitment to our clients and communities in the Waikato region, providing an inspiring space for our people and clients to come together.
The impact
The resulting design promotes a people-centric, agile environment that enables a diverse discipline of consultancy teams to work and interact in new and differentiated ways.