Modern Offices: Spacious, Green, and Intelligent
Hey there! Let's talk about some tech-savvy offices around Russia that are setting new standards for workspace design. First up, the TechnoNikolay office in Ryazan, boasting a sprawling 3,000 sqm floor space designed to accommodate 170 workers, with an average of 22 sqm per person (more than twice the current norm). This office is powered by a solar energy station without batteries, providing up to 70% of energy needs during the spring through autumn months. Geothermal heating and cooling systems are employed, which are reportedly three to five times more efficient than electricity. The office also boasts adaptive lighting and smart ventilation systems that save up to 40% on electricity usage.
Moving on to the new Vakhtovsky complex by Gazprom Neft, the project is designed to house up to 260 people, providing around 48 sqm per person. Combining living and office spaces under one roof, the complex features a two-story sports center, dining, and relaxation zones. Individual residential modules, spanning over 6,000 sqm, are equipped with smart home systems, climate control, and dynamic lighting. The dining hall offers both traditional cuisine and a 'Swedish-style' option, with 24/7 cafes and a shop available for snacking. The recreational facilities cater to various tastes, with a cinema, hair salon, massage rooms, spa area, library, VR center, and numerous green spaces and cafés located in the central atrium.
Though the exact investment costs for either project are not disclosed, studies suggest that the building expenses for smart and green offices can range from $2,000–$4,000 per square meter in premium developments. On the North, construction costs tend to be higher. However, Gazprom Neft claims to have found a way to save on costs by employing prefabricated construction methods, which speed up the build process significantly and minimize waste.
To sum up, smart and green offices like these incorporate various cost-saving and eco-friendly features – from energy-efficient systems and renewable energy sources to smart building automation and recycled materials. These practices help achieve sustainability and cost efficiency, making these tech-savvy workspaces not just places to work, but comfortable living spaces too.
- Incorporating sustainable living into workspaces, the latest fashion-and-beauty trends extend to smart-home-devices, with residential modules in tech-savvy offices offering climate control and dynamic lighting systems.
- Technology has a significant role not only in our lifestyle but also in food-and-drink choices, as the Vakhtovsky complex caters to diverse tastes with a 'Swedish-style' dining option and numerous cafés.
- Forward-thinking companies like Gazprom Neft are leveraging gadgets and innovative technology in travel, offering virtual reality centers and green spaces within their office complexes.
- Shopping experiences become more immersive with smart-home-devices, as office spaces integrate adaptive lighting and ventilation systems that save up to 40% on electricity usage.
- The home-and-garden concept expands to workspaces, with green spaces and cafés located in central atriums of tech-savvy offices, promoting a lifestyle that fosters harmony between humans and nature.
