Microsoft

Microsoft’s uniquely Australian design concepts were brought to life by MPA to reflect iconic landscapes and meet Microsoft’s Intelligent Workplace standards.

Traversing seven levels, each floor conveys a different Australian landscape, all connected through a single internal staircase. Prototyping was key to the successful delivery of this project. It allowed the Microsoft team to realise the desired feel, form and function of the space. It also enabled serviceability, clash detection, aesthetics and functionality testing to be completed prior to finalising the remaining fitout components.

The finished space features an arrival floor, customer floor and work floors. With over 2,000 data connections and over 150km of network cabling, technology is integrated throughout the entire fitout.

Other highlights include conference rooms, live stream space, small serveries, Xbox room, wellness space with gym, mothers’ room and first aid room, grab and go kitchen and community space and computer ‘key’ wall.

In addition to the standout elements, 3,000 items of loose furniture were sourced from 20 regions around the world, including Australia, with over 5% indigenous involvement across the fitout.