Oliver Wyman France

Redesigning workspaces for an international strategy consulting firm.

3 500 m²

Paris, FRANCE

the project

- In brief

PARIS
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
ART CURATION

The goal:
To support Oliver Wyman, a leading strategy consulting firm, in transforming its Paris offices into a space that fully embodies its DNA: high standards, client focus, and elegance.

It is based on a thoughtful approach to space, conceived as a journey: fluid circulation, open areas that connect teams, and thresholds that encourage interaction. The materials, chosen for their tactile qualities—fine woods, fully recycled felt, and earthy tones—contribute to a sensory experience, where the space is perceived as much through touch as through sight.

Light is conceived as a defining element of the project—a true “choreography” capable of adapting to different uses, giving rhythm to the spaces, and supporting the various work schedules.

Finally, the building is designed as a spatial composition comprising several distinct zones:
— an open and dynamic first level, fostering interaction and informal encounters
— a more tranquil second level, dedicated to reflection, support, and in-depth work
— a third level embodying client relations, combining presence, clarity, and representation

Our missions and ambitions.

— Architectural design: creating an elegant and structured environment that reflects the firm’s aesthetic through its volumes, materials, and atmospheres

— Holistic Experience : designing a space conceived as a complete experience, where every detail helps reflect the identity and positioning ofOliver Wyman, with special attention paid to pathways, transitions, and perceptions

— Spatial Organization : development of a variety of layouts to accommodate multiple uses (collaboration, concentration, informal interactions, client接待), with a tiered approach based on usage intensity

— Flexibility & Reversibility : design of adaptable spaces capable of adjusting to the changing nature of work: offices that can be converted into private rooms, modular project spaces that adapt to the pace of teams, and focus pods designed as architectural retreats for immersive work

— Comfort & Performance : a focus on acoustic quality, flexibility, lighting, and well-being to support work rhythms and promote both concentration and collaboration

— Hospitality & Welcome: incorporating the principles of hospitality into the spaces, with a reception area conceived as a gesture, lounges designed as staged spaces, and café areas envisioned as micro-forums that foster interaction—not by imitating hotel conventions, but through a more subtle approach centered on the human experience

— Identity & Ambience : a selection of high-quality materials, a warm color palette, and a balance between sophistication and simplicity to create a refined, sensory, and welcoming atmosphere

— Artistic integration: curation of artworks (photography, sculpture, design) planned from the outset to enrich the spaces, evoke emotion, and reinforce the identity of the venue

— Celebrating culture: creating an environment that goes beyond its functional purpose to tell a story, embody a culture, and foster interactions

The Oliver Wyman project embodies a contemporary vision of the workplace: a space with a strong sense of identity, where architecture, art, and functionality come together to create an immersive experience that benefits both employees and clients.