Artdesk's dream offices: Billie Blanket

Monday morning, Paris, a drizzly, overcast sky. As I passed the entrance to Artdesk, I was greeted by friendly smiles. Hmm… I went closer and found a living room with large leather sofas and a cozy kitchen. Long wooden tables were set up. Some people were eating lunch, others were working. What kind of place was this? Why was everyone smiling? Because we work here in a completely different way! We use Herman Miller’s «Living Office» concept. Here, employee well-being is paramount. Someone gave me a tour (the environment was beautiful) and explained everything in detail. As I listened, I thought, «It’s obvious: happy people are more productive.»

Undoubtedly! Artdesk implemented this new way of working in its own office space (an impressive 800-square-meter glass-walled building) so that other companies could adopt it. Their clients include Facebook, L’Équipe, Direct Enérgie, and Groupama, companies that commissioned them to redesign their offices based on this philosophy and to create an elegant décor (Kidimo recently joined the team to oversee all the decorating). There are no fixed workstations:

you can hang your coat in the cloakroom, and instead of sitting in one place all day, you move around. We work in designated areas, then leave the room to attend meetings elsewhere, make phone calls while cycling, or relax on the sofa with our laptops. In short: we embrace the philosophy that «home is where the soul belongs.» Most importantly: deliver high-quality work and get the job done. And the results? This office philosophy has been a huge success; everyone is productive, and…everyone is happy! Here’s a tour itinerary with more detailed explanations so you can truly understand this new philosophy.

«Plaza» is the entrance area: sofas, vintage armchairs, and a warm atmosphere make you want to linger.

This spacious room has several small corners where you can be alone, with a partner, or with friends. We also have lunch here.

No, there’s no parking here. It’s simply a beautiful decorative piece, purely for aesthetics, highlighting the open atmosphere of the community you’ve just entered.

Behind the sofa, you can vaguely see the kitchen in the distance…

Marble, wood, industrial-style lighting—everything has been carefully selected to make you feel right at home.

Items are arranged on a large black bookshelf, as if you were in a private residence. This is a dedicated space for working and exchanging ideas.

You can close the door here and work quietly, or think and focus with friends.

It’s warm, comfortable, and refreshing.
There’s a large room on the ground floor with a wooden and glass cube in the center for meetings.
This is a warm and inviting space, just like Artdesk’s style.
A meeting table, and most importantly—beautiful and relaxing furniture: wooden elements are everywhere, because wood itself is a soothing element.
A small exercise bike for stretching; behind the bike is a wall where anyone can hang their artwork, mood, or current wishes.
Another secluded corner, also furnished with very comfortable sofas, provides both noise isolation and a cozy relaxation space.
The second floor has an industrial style.
We are on a mezzanine floor under a glass roof, in a brightly lit office.
It’s filled with tropical coolness, straw, and natural elements…
For short meetings, we sit on benches piled with pretty cushions, or in 1950s-style armchairs. Everything feels so natural!

A small corner perfect for focused and relaxed conversation.

There’s also a large, rustic wooden table (with all the necessary power outlets in the center, of course). Above are countless pendant lights that Kidimo found and painted red. The bulbs emit a warm, soft glow. They’ve really thought of everything.

A comfortable armchair and a huge guitar perfectly complement the relaxed atmosphere.

A charming little room where you can work quietly and enjoy absolute tranquility.

Everywhere I looked, I saw exquisite decorative details.

I felt incredibly excited, delighted, and even a little overwhelmed. It’s a pity it was raining; I really wanted to stay on the terrace!

Image source: Billie Blanket

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