Talacha Studio has completed the offices of the Latin American Confederation of Customs Agents (CLAA) in Mexico City’s Juárez neighborhood. The design incorporates a carefully curated material palette, including soft wood, terracotta, wool felt, and pale terrazzo, to create a welcoming and efficient workspace. The studio aimed to balance the industrial nature of the CLAA’s core business with a thoughtful material selection, resulting in a modern and inviting office environment.
The L-shaped floor plan is designed to maximize natural light, with workspaces positioned in well-lit areas and support spaces tucked into darker nooks. Three large cylindrical columns are strategically placed throughout the office, serving as functional elements and design features. One column is wrapped in vertical wood slats and extends into the reception desk, while another is clad in terracotta tiles to match the kitchen floor. The columns also help to define different areas of the office, such as the open-plan workspace and private offices.
The office features a range of design elements, including custom lighting fixtures wrapped in locally sourced wool felt to double as acoustic baffles, white furniture, and terrazzo flooring. The studio’s thoughtful design and material selection have created a contemporary office space that balances efficiency with a tactile, inviting atmosphere. According to Talacha Studio, the project demonstrates that high-quality materials and thoughtful design can elevate any workspace, even on a tight budget.
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