Mastercard Cafe & Breakout Area

The Mastercard Cafe & Breakout Area project was designed to infuse a unique mix of natural and modern elements within the company’s Global Headquarters. Featuring bamboo cladding and sliced maple logs alongside high-gloss plastic laminate, the space was transformed into a visually stimulating coffee bar and lounge, ideal for informal gatherings and relaxation.

Mastercard Cafe & Breakout Area

The Mastercard Cafe & Breakout Area project was designed to infuse a unique mix of natural and modern elements within the company’s Global Headquarters. Featuring bamboo cladding and sliced maple logs alongside high-gloss plastic laminate, the space was transformed into a visually stimulating coffee bar and lounge, ideal for informal gatherings and relaxation.

Gallery

Gallery

Challenges

Material Contrast and Integration

Balancing the distinct aesthetic and functional qualities of contrasting materials like bamboo, maple, and plastic laminate in a cohesive design.

Durability in a High-Traffic Area

Ensuring that all materials used can withstand the wear and tear typical of a busy cafe and breakout space.

Installation Efficiency

Completing the installation quickly and efficiently to minimize disruption in a crucial communal area within the headquarters.

Maintaining Operational Continuity

Executing the renovation without interrupting the daily routines and activities that occur in and around the cafe area.

Overcoming Challenges

Innovative Material Use

Employing cutting-edge techniques to ensure that the natural materials used, like bamboo and maple, are treated and finished to last in a high-traffic environment while maintaining their aesthetic appeal.

Efficient Project Execution

Coordinating meticulously with all stakeholders to schedule and execute the work during low-usage hours, possibly utilizing overnight and weekend shifts to keep the area operational during business hours.

Custom Fabrication

Designing custom elements in advance, allowing for quicker assembly on-site, reducing both the complexity of installation and the potential for operational disruptions.

Dynamic Collaboration

Ensuring all teams, from designers to contractors, are in constant communication, facilitating a smooth and rapid transformation process.

Conclusion

The newly revitalized Cafe & Breakout Area at Mastercard Global HQ represents a perfect blend of functionality and design innovation. By thoughtfully combining varied materials and executing a complex design, this space now serves as a central hub for relaxation and informal interaction, enhancing the daily experience of Mastercard employees.

Gallery

No items found.