A modern Scandinavian design, based on 6 basic shapes, the building is an architectural feat in that the desired and resulting effect works fundamentally on social engineering in the work place. The architect, Niels Torp, is a champion of humanist modern design, having designed Sweden’s SAS HQ with brilliant success. More a village than an office block, the complex comprises 6 roughly U-shaped buildings with courtyards and lakes stretching out into the landscape. The central spine is the street, complete with village style shops and restaurants, with an amphitheatre in the centre, offering images of an open-necked shirt and a ‘big, happy family atmosphere’ that was originally requested. However, criticism has come from the floorplan resembling half an aeroplane, and BA has actually downsized since moving its HQ there. Funny, that.

Written by  George Monkhouse.

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