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use of colour, details and furniture selection.
“An emphasis on white and light-toned wood
species evokes the Scandinavian feel. This is
reinforced through environmental graphics that
showcase images of Norway. The columns on each
floor are wrapped with graphics of birch trees.
These are shown in different seasons on each level
and act as wayfinding elements, so visitors know
where they are at a glance.”
The overall green and blue colour scheme is
based on DNV GL’s corporate identity.
The layout of the desking also facilitates easy

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staff connection. Low partitioned workstations
create an open-plan workplace that allows lines of
sight right across each floor. Meeting rooms, quiet
rooms and utility areas are located at the core to
maximise natural daylight on the desk surfaces. The
120º workstations are used instead of benching to
define individual workspaces, while also fostering
collaboration and teamwork in groups.
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