Anima

When the traditional office building empties out at night, the goal of Anima is to contribute to the vibrancy of the street. The ground floor is open, transparent and public. Its spaces are flexible; for example, the gym can easily be converted into a conference venue. An attractive staircase in wood positioned centrally in the building inspires people to skip the elevator. More active individuals will find a climbing wall stretching from the ground floor to one of the rooftop terraces, which is visible from the square outside the building. Anima will be the center of Veddesta, where a new Stockholm neighborhood is emerging. The goal is to have a city block that contributes to well-being and an active lifestyle. The building has two levels that are tailored to the different scales of the surroundings. The tall section faces the city center, while the lower section faces shorter residential buildings. The two levels are united by a large terrace in the south, where everyone who works in the building’s office and co-working spaces can gather. The ground floor houses public spaces, including a restaurant, café and meeting venues, as well as an area that can be used for co-working. The flexibility of these spaces enables them to be used by one or several tenants over time. The design concept is a modern interpretation of the traditional “stone city,” with a distinct placement in the urban space. The building’s interior is reflected in the style of its façade, with a distinct base , body and crown. The ground floor opens up, with sections of pivot-hung windows. The surrounding park and square are brought inside the building’s ground floor, up the inviting staircases and out onto the terrace, to the rooftop setting, where greenery offers a contrast against the subtle red of the façade. Large glass sections reflect the surroundings in daytime, allowing the interior to shine at night. The glass sections on the top two stories are slightly angled, which changes the reflections and accentuates the crown of the building. The lower levels and office floors can be used either by one bigger tenant or several smaller tenants. The dynamic interplay between different functions will attract people outside of business hours as well, contributing to a safe, thriving city.