Architecture studio Carlana Mezzalira Pentimalli has unveiled the new headquarters of Itagency, Faba, Maikii and Exclama in Vascon di Carbonera, north of Treviso, Italy – a region known for its dense industrial warehouses. The new building not only redefines office space, but also combines architecture, art and community elements to create an innovative and collective working environment that considers its social impact. The office building, with its pitch on the roof, adapts to the changing environment and the needs of its users.
An office that is flexible and open to the future
Carlan Mezzalir Pentimalli’s design is a radical departure from the traditional office model, adapted to contemporary trends of remote working and digitalisation. Work-life balance is a priority. The new office features a dynamic and flexible layout, allowing adaptation to different user needs. The home-inspired interiors create a space that is welcoming and conducive to social interaction.
“Our designs are an invitation to innovation and exploration. We see each building as a space that fosters social interaction and community building,” – say architects Michel Carlana, Luca Mezzalira and Curzio Pentimalli.
Office building with pitch on the roof: functionality meets aesthetics
The clou of the project is its capacity for transformation. Every architectural element was designed with flexibility and future changes in mind. The building’s design allows for easy modification of the interiors, with the roof acting as a communal space for employees. The four-storey layout encourages interaction, increasing engagement and collaboration among teams. The ground floor houses multifunctional spaces for meetings, exhibitions and other events, while the upper floors accommodate flexible offices. A system of mobile walls and modular elements allows the meeting rooms to be quickly reorganised, while fabric and glass partitions provide visual and acoustic separation. The design also includes intimate areas for private conversations and focused work, which coexist with open coworking spaces.
Modular desks and shelving systems allow the level of privacy to be customised, creating both niches for working and spaces for discussion and social interaction. An additional element that emphasises the modern character of the building is the carefully concealed mechanical system, masked by a metal truss, which gives the interior an industrial, contemporary dynamism. The flexible organisation of the space supports different working styles and enables companies to adapt quickly to market changes and internal restructuring.
The roof as a communal space – art and relaxation in the modern office
One of the most unique aspects of the building is its roof, which has been designed as a meeting and relaxation space, breaking the conventional approach to office spaces. It is an open, accessible space that serves as a community terrace and an integration point for games. The interiors and roof are enhanced by the artwork of artist Lorenzo Mason, whose work explores issues of non-verbal communication. Mason’s art adds an extra dimension to the space, creating an inspiring place that encourages interaction and expression of emotions. His concept, based on graphics and symbolism, is intertwined with the architectural vision of Carlan Mezzalir Pentimalli, transforming the office into a space not only for work but also for creative expression.
“Our approach combines architecture, urban planning, engineering and art, aiming to create designs that are adapted to their surroundings and flexible to changing needs,” – the architects emphasise.
The future of workspace: the office as a living organism
Carlan Mezzalir Pentimalli’s philosophy is expressed in a building that is not only a functional working environment, but also a dynamic, evolving social space. With a flexible approach, the design adapts to the changing environment and the needs of the users, redefining the hybrid model of the office as a place of communal living.
Design: Carlana Mezzalira Pentimalli (Michel Carlana, Luca Mezzalira, Curzio Pentimalli)
Photography: Marco Cappelletti
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