located within a building that dates back to 1965, the headquarters of the ljubljana stock exchange has been renovated by slovenian architects kosi in partnerji, in collaboration with arhitektura 2211. the design concept behind the refurbished interior focuses on accentuating the existing concrete structure of the premises with the introduction of a new colonnade, which runs through the entire length of the space and helps delineate offices.

 
 
within what could be a generic office building, the application of the colonnade intends to create an abstract and monumental aesthetic, resembling the symmetry and proportions of classical architecture. the combination of a balanced spatial composition, uniformity of materials and rhythmic repetition of elements also means that each space offers equal working conditions.
 
 
as people move through the colonnade, their perspective of the space changes as each step opens up a new office to the left and to the right. the illumination of the space also changes from day to night as strip lighting lines the colonnade, further emphasizing the spatial experience and overall symmetry of the architecture.

 
 
project info:
 
project name: renovation of the ljubljana stock exchange?s business premises
location: ljubljana, slovenia
client: ljubljana stock exchange
status: completed
year: 2017
area: 3444.45 ft2 (320 m2)
architecture: kosi in partnerji + arhitektura 2211 (ognen arsov, peter cesar, ana kosi, bine tekavec, kaja tod...