Reaktor HQ
Helsinki, 3500 m2
Reaktor HQ of 3500 m2, in the heart of Helsinki, was completed in 2018.
The Design and technology company Reaktor is known for its nonhierarchical corporate culture that is based on engaging its employees. The company’s working methods are constantly developing, and it seemed appropriate to design the new offices to follow suit.
The primary goal of the project was to create an office that would convey the spirit of Reaktor – the Reaktor house. Another objective was to use spatial solutions to create more diverse work culture for the company.
The goal was to make the premises as comfortable as a home. The design follows the style of Scandinavian minimalism, and all unnecessary decorations have been left out. Technology is an important part of Reaktor’s work, but it was not an aspect the company wanted to highlight in the office design.
The design is based on the idea that, above all, the office must provide an inspiring environment for work, which is why it must be easy to adapt and modify it to meet various needs. The sixth floor can be entirely separated from the work spaces, thereby offering a venue for events and a more informal environment for the employees to enjoy, including two atmospheric saunas. The meeting rooms can be converted into a work space when not otherwise needed, and dividers can be used to transform the space according to what is needed. All the work spaces contain walls that are reserved for drawing, as they can be very useful during, for example, brainstorming meetings. All fixtures on the premises are fully customised for Reaktor’s needs.