<Project Blueriot: Office spaces inspired by nature and aviation technology>

Revealing the Hidden Potential of Spaces

The original interior of the building was filled with plasterboard layers, suspended ceilings, and partitions, creating a cramped, almost gloomy atmosphere. Despite its location on the highest floor with inspiring views of the Prague skyline and surrounding landscape, the space suffered from a lack of natural light. The renovation thus focused on removing layers of postmodern aesthetics and gradually revealed and preserved the exposed monumental concrete vault and previously hidden surfaces. These modifications allowed for more dynamism and light to be introduced into the interior, achieved mainly by fully glazing the eastern facade with sliding portals.

The original reinforced concrete monolithic vault was cleaned and left exposed, finished with plasters and colorful glazes. A built-in level in the form of a gallery was inserted into the space; suspended steel structures that increased the overall area by 60 m². Beneath this "upside-down hull," a striking lighting and acoustic object called the "whale wing" hovers, consisting of an aluminum structure combined with components from 3D printing. The total length is 16 m, and the object passes through two curved glass infills. The underside of the object is equipped with a foil that helps improve acoustics (reducing reflections) while also contributing to an even distribution of light. The "whale wing" object is inspired by two other famous levitating exhibits – Kaspar's Blériot, located in the National Technical Museum, and the skeleton of a sperm whale, suspended in the National Museum.

Aviation Aesthetics in Surprising Harmony with the Underwater World

These two iconic objects – Blériot and the whale skeleton – set the main direction and character of the overall ambiance of the interior. The structural solutions, color palette, and choice of materials throughout the space do not hide their inspiration from the aesthetics of aviation and the depths of the ocean. Aluminum and stainless steel details, coral red evoking the legendary "Red Baron," and ink-dark blue contrast with the soft light ceilings and raw concrete monolith. Reflective surfaces, along with dramatic lighting, visually expand the entire space and enhance its depth and raw beauty. The original pillars, now covered with live climbing plants, introduce a green element into the interior and thus complete the harmonious connection between technology and nature.

Switches in Coral Red

No detail escaped the watchful eye of the architects from CISARSTUDIO, and thus the switches, sockets, and other terminal electrical components play a fundamental role in the interior. In this sophisticated and harmonious environment, the berker R.1 switches in a custom-mixed Coral Red color stand out. These switches are not just functional elements but serve as an aesthetic accent that brings personality and character to the space. The Coral Red color refers to the vibrant hue of coral reefs, but we can also trace its aviation inspiration to the "Red Baron." The vibrant red shade of the switches and sockets adds dramatic elegance to the interior and creates an eye-catching visual contrast with the surrounding environment. "Mixing a special color according to the RAL color chart so that it perfectly fits the architect's concept is the reason for our custom production program, Hager Manufaktura," explains Thomas Grund, the general director of Hager Electro in the Czech Republic, whose portfolio includes berker switches. "The berker R.1 design line is one of our youngest. They are kind of our millennials, wanting to attract attention and provoke a little with their appearance. Therefore, they are created with a round switch in the center of a square frame. Circle in the square – and when you crown the result with a radiant color – that truly becomes an accent that you can't miss in any interior," Thomas Grund reflects with a smile. "This striking detail demonstrates how a small element can have a significant impact on the overall design concept. And these switches boldly shout to the world that they want to play one of the main roles in every interior," adds Katrin Grund, the founder of the Prague concept store MONOBRAND, which supplied the switches and sockets for the project.

Perfection in Every Detail

The Blueriot project is an example of a perfect fusion of technology and design, where every detail – from the innovative lighting object to the boldly chosen switches – contributes to creating an efficient, comfortable, and visually attractive office space. For architects and designers, this project represents an inspiration for approaching renovation and designing spaces creatively and innovatively, ensuring they not only meet current technological standards but also aesthetically enrich the work environment. And the boldly chosen Coral Red switches emphasize how even small details can play a key role in the overall expression of interior design.

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BLUERIOT | DEVERON A.S. OFFICES

Studio: CISARSTUDIO | cisarstudio.com
Architect: Ing. arch. Tomáš Císař
Photo: Alex Shoots Buildings Electrical Supplier: MONOBRAND s.r.o.
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