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Outdoor garden with plants at Galápagos office by MOSS Outdoor garden with plants at Galápagos office by MOSS Light-filled workspace with integrated greenery at Galápagos office Relaxed office lounge with cascading greenery at Galápagos by MOSS A corridor wrapped with lush vertical green walls surrounding a glass-walled meeting room in a modern office interior. sunlit atrium filled with large planters of tropical plants, next to wooden stairs and seating areas under high ceilings. sunlit atrium filled with large planters of tropical plants, next to wooden stairs and seating areas under high ceilings. sunlit atrium filled with large planters of tropical plants, next to wooden stairs and seating areas under high ceilings.
Category
Exterior Landscape Design, Interior Garden Design

Architect: OZ Architects

Location: Oegstgeest

Design Year: 2020-2021

Construction Year: 2020-2022

Project: Biophilic design in the interior, green walls, and backyard garden

Parties involved:  CBRE Netherlands, Provast

Construction:  Donkergroen

Photo credits: Jordi Huisman

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Galapagos is a fully integrated biotechnology company with a focus on transforming patient outcomes through life-changing science and innovation. MOSS was hired to imagine a biophilic experience both inside and outside the new office. Galapagos sought big green gestures around their new office to create a welcoming atmosphere where the team can connect with greenery to improve productivity and well-being.

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MOSS included more than 200m2 of lush vertical green walls inside the office. More than 50 species of plants are incorporated in the walls, interior planters, and green-integrated furniture elements. MOSS arranged plantings to instill a sense of calmness and collaboration. These selections are a robust mix of plants that bring a year-long connection to nature indoors.

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At the entrance, MOSS took a dynamic and green approach to the building. The green design uses soft lines and geometric shapes to promote slowing down and connecting with nature. Visitors can notice birdhouses, insect hotels, and depending on the seasons, scores of butterflies fluttering around the floral garden perimeter.

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The outdoor design for this project also includes a quiet backyard garden that opens up to a waterway for employees to find space for respite. The side garden also allows for shared activities and programs, with a space for small presentations, informal meetings, and an outdoor workout space. Visitors of the garden are granted the chance to feel the exhilaration of being out on the water without ever having left land.

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