![Modern commercial space with an open-concept layout, featuring exposed ductwork, herringbone wood flooring, and a kitchenette with sleek, light wooden cabinetry. Bold geometric patterns and red accents offset the industrial ceiling, creating a dynamic and creative environment.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_5-e1713550801372.jpg)
![A contemporary meeting room featuring a cascade of ergonomic chairs focused on a large screen; green plant motifs on the walls, yellow accents from a draped curtain, and warm lighting complement the soft gray carpet and white ceiling.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_3-EDIT-576x250.jpg)
Google Paris
At Google Paris, old meets bold.
![A contemporary meeting room featuring a cascade of ergonomic chairs focused on a large screen; green plant motifs on the walls, yellow accents from a draped curtain, and warm lighting complement the soft gray carpet and white ceiling.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_3-EDIT.jpg)
The main challenge for Google’s Paris office was how to transform a historical house into a functional workplace without losing its unique character. Structural adjustments ensured the layout and MEP services supported Google’s operational needs while preserving the building’s heritage. The result is a sophisticated, creative environment that fosters collaboration and offers various work settings. A designed courtyard serves as an outdoor retreat, enhancing staff well-being. Through an extensive workplace strategy and master planning, HLW addressed the immediate and future needs of Google’s Paris operations, crafting a space that balances innovation with tradition.
A historical house turns into a high-tech workplace, while maintaining its character without sacrificing functionality.
Watercolor flooring and colorful recessed ceilings add to the office’s charm.
![Elegant spiral staircase with wooden steps, wrought iron balusters, and a smooth handrail, illuminated by a series of spherical pendant lights descending in a curved line, emphasizing the staircase's graceful helical ascent within a sophisticated, contemporary space.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_6.jpg)
![Classic French Beaux-Arts architecture features prominently with intricate stone facades, symmetrically balanced French windows, and wrought-iron balcony detailing flanking a central wooden door with transom window.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_1.jpg)
![Contemporary office space featuring sleek workstation clusters, pendant lighting, exposed ductwork, and large windows fostering natural light. The color palette is neutral with elegant architectural moldings emphasizing historical charm amidst modern furnishings.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_8-1.jpg)
![Elegant foyer featuring terrazzo flooring and a grand staircase, accentuated by whimsical artwork of pandas with balloons. Traditional moldings juxtapose modern playful elements, creating an eclectic aesthetic. Vibrant balloon clusters add a three-dimensional pop of color to the space.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Google_Paris_France_Technology_Workplace_InteriorDesign_2.jpg)