SAINT-EUSTACHE, Quebec – Maison Lavande, a family-owned company specializing in lavender perfumes, turned to ISSASTUDIO to design its new administration office attached to an new and expanded production area.

ISSASTUDIO, an agency specializing in biophilic design, was commissioned to design the interior of the administrative area. Architectural and site management services were provided by Syscomax. The building's visual signature, suggested by Syscomax, is an architectural ensemble of defined geometric lines blending country and Scandinavian allure, while echoing Maison Lavande’s logo.

Because nature has always been of great importance and inspiration to the Maison Lavande family, nature's shapes and colors were incorporated in project. Wood and neutral colors are at the heart of the materials chosen to create a sustainable environment in harmony with the surrounding nature. Accent colors, such as green and terracotta, are also found on both floors of the building.

For its part, the project's cabinetwork takes up the codes of natural analogy through its play on shapes and textures. Resembling stone at times, and flora at others, through the integration of plants and trees, and even a garden at the foot of the staircase, the woodwork allows employees to exploit the space and personalize it through the addition of decorative objects that are meaningful to them.

Groupe API – Teknion supplied the partition walls. Furnishings were sourced from MillerKnoll, Burovision and Element de Base.

At the heart of the Maison Lavande’s new headquarters is an atrium that features a vast cathedral ceiling and plentiful natural light plus views of the neighboring agricultural fields. The design is inspired by biophilia to offer comfort and peace of mind. It sets the scene for the atrium’s collaborative lounges, a café, and a conference room that can accommodate 12 people.

The administrative offices are located at the rear of the atrium. The layout is a mix of closed offices and open-plan workstations, according to the needs of the employees' functions. All the furniture is designed to be collaborative to maximize discussion. Acoustic booths are also available, giving everyone access to more confidential spaces.