{"id":167627,"date":"2025-12-04T11:38:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T11:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/167627\/"},"modified":"2025-12-04T11:38:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T11:38:18","slug":"office-in-the-ukraine-emphasizes-comfort-in-residential-setting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/167627\/","title":{"rendered":"Office in the Ukraine Emphasizes Comfort in Residential Setting"},"content":{"rendered":"

In modern corporate environments, familiar residential elements can actually help foster productivity just as effectively as standard contract furniture, and also serve as a welcoming place for staff, too. For a new project, Between the Walls<\/a> blended the comforts of home and the functionality of an office. \u201cPeople no longer want sterile work environments, they crave warmth, comfort, and a sense of belonging,\u201d says Victoria Karieva<\/a>, designer and co-founder of Between the Walls. \u201cFrom the earliest planning stages we focused on designing a space that doesn\u2019t impose pressure, but instead calms, inspires, and restores inner balance.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Located in Kyiv, Ukraine, the office, dubbed Mislad<\/a>, features a dynamic open-plan area near the entrance. The hexagonal-shaped meeting room, complete with glass doors, double layered curtains, and plush carpeting, provides visual softness and acoustic performance.<\/p>\n

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Inspired by the building\u2019s historical context, the team invited artist Anastasiia Leliuk<\/a> to reimagine existing components and craft new ones that call to mind classic detailing. Known for her poetic gestures, the creatures of mythology became a central theme for Leliuk. To give the kitchen section a unique look, she created a large-scale bas-relief. Made of segmented papier-m\u00e2ch\u00e9, the piece depicts fantasy beasts.<\/p>\n

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There are four work areas, each with its own distinct atmosphere. In the room closest to a neighboring synagogue, for example, a warm yellow echoes the tone found on the house of worship\u2019s facade. The director\u2019s office is in a more secluded part of the space, and serves as a minimalist canvas for eclectic touches. Dark blue Donald Judd-style shelves are mounted on the wall, next to an upcycled armchair with leather upholstery.<\/p>\n

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Pistachio and eucalyptus green tints are paired with blues and earthy neutrals for a soothing effect, while burgundy and black hues add structure and intensity. The material palette has a mix of metal, marble, and glass that lends just enough sheen. Sustainability and reuse play a central role via preserved brick and wood that help keep the character of the setting.<\/p>\n

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With a balance of art and storytelling, an effortless fluidity is achieved, which enriches the employees\u2019 experience every day. \u201cOur approach results in a space that feels both inviting and professional, modern yet emotionally resonant,\u201d Karieva notes.<\/p>\n

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To learn more about the Mislad office and Between the Walls, please visit betweenthewalls.com.ua<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Photography by Andriy Bezuglov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Anna Zappia is a New York City-based writer and editor with a passion for textiles, and she can often be found at a fashion exhibit or shopping for more books. Anna writes the Friday Five column, as well as commercial content.<\/p>\n