Ubisoft, a global powerhouse in interactive entertainment and game development, has once again teamed up with Conexus Studios to craft a workplace that will support the growing aspirations of the Singapore office. Following the success of our initial collaboration back in 2022 on the fifth and sixth levels of Solaris, this new space is an extension of Ubisoft Singapore’s office, taking up level four of the building.

Drawing inspiration from the design themes of other levels, this office design places a strong emphasis on natural light and greenery, aligning with Ubisoft's objective to enhance the overall well-being of the employees. Moreover, the design philosophy blends in the innovative display of Ubisoft's brand and products, creating spaces that narrate a story which resonates with those who inhabit them.

Harmonising Nature and Design

As the main reception for all three floors of the Ubisoft Singapore office, a sense of cohesivity in design is amplified in the choice of colour for the space. Keeping in line with the green-blue colour scheme that characterises the other floors, this latest level taps into the healing potential of nature by embracing a palette of earthy tones interwoven with darker hues of sea blue.

Enhancing this nature-inspired aesthetic, the space incorporates abundant greenery into the office, enlivening the workplace to provide a more refreshing environment for employees. Ubisoft’s brand logo takes pride of place at the front of the community area, elegantly framed by leafy patterns on a frosted glass panel. Singaporean cultural elements are also infused into the design through the splash of Peranakan tiles at the reception desk, echoing the vibrant aesthetic found in the mural art adorning the upper-level pantry.

Crafting a Conducive Office Environment

To create an optimal workplace experience, Conexus Studio delineated the work areas from the communal spaces, situating the staircase leading to other office levels in the intersection. Here, a custom-designed metal display panel serves as a partition between the work desks and the walkway to the stairs, increasing privacy for the staff working behind it, while providing a platform for the showcase of Ubisoft’s newest games and other internal updates.

Strategic placement of workstations near windows throughout the office enables seamless integration of the outdoors, inviting abundant natural light to flood the workspace and energise the team. To complement this natural illumination, subdued lighting fixtures are installed, casting a gentle glow throughout the office that fosters an ambience of calm, conducive to focused work.

Near the entrance of the back office lies the open collaboration area where the Ubisoft team discovers a haven of comfort amidst lush greenery providing visual and auditory seclusion. Purposefully placed near the workstations, this space offers easy access to staff in need of a semi-private space for unfettered creativity, spontaneous brainstorming, and moments of relaxation.

Prioritising Community and Comfort

At the heart of the workplace is a spacious event space reflecting the firm’s commitment to building its community. With little fixed furnishing set in place beside the platform tiered seating, the flexible space can host everything from exhilarating game launches to company-wide meetings or even double up as a casual breakout area. A minimalist tree sculpture stands sentinel in the centre of the space, allowing staff and visitors to gather around it for insightful discussions. Nostalgic arcade games and foosball tables inject a playful energy, as plush couches, geometric sofa stools and carpets evoke a homely sense of comfort without sacrificing functionality.

Similarly, in the game-testing room well-loved by visitors and staff, the snug yet practical space is adorned with cosy cove lighting and custom-made wallpaper that showcases iconic Ubisoft game design motifs, creating an immersive environment that fosters connection in comfort.