Reception area render of the QBuild Gold Coast office fitout

QBuild Office Fitout - Gold Coast

Commercial

Contemporary Government Workplace

Coastal Calm: A Responsive Workplace

As lead consultants for QBuild's expansive 700sqm Gold Coast office fitout, Burleigh Beach Designs orchestrated a complex project involving close collaboration with specialist engineering consultants (Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Access) and Private Certifiers. Our role encompassed not only interior architecture but also the coordination of essential services upgrades, including HVAC modifications and ensuring full compliance for fire safety, emergency lighting, and data infrastructure.

Design Response

Responding to the client's desire for a 'coastal environment' feel within a busy operational hub, the design carefully balances the need for focused work and collaborative interaction. A primary challenge was mitigating acoustic intrusion from adjacent high-activity zones. Our solution employed strategic placement of high-performance acoustic panelling on walls and columns, alongside dedicated quiet rooms for concentration and privacy.

The design carefully balances the need for focused work and collaborative interaction, creating a productive Gold Coast workplace with a distinct coastal identity through strategic acoustic solutions and biophilic design elements.

Workflow & Spatial Organization

To enhance workflow and minimise distractions in the open-plan workstation areas, a distinct wayfinding path defined by timber laminate flooring guides circulation around central islands, discouraging shortcuts through work zones. Embracing biophilic design principles, integrated planters punctuate workstation rows, introducing natural elements directly into the workspace and contributing to staff well-being.

Key Design Features

The main internal passage, connecting to end-of-trip facilities and adjacent to the kitchen/breakout area, was transformed into a key design feature. Timber-clad arbours with integrated lighting create a rhythmic procession, evoking a walk through a shaded Gold Coast coastal track while simultaneously acting as an effective acoustic buffer. Burleigh Beach Designs meticulously curated and coordinated the furniture, fittings, and equipment (FF&E) package, ensuring the selection aligned with the coastal aesthetic, ergonomic principles, and the functional demands of a modern government workplace.

Gallery

Open-plan office fitout for QBuild's South Coast Offices with four workstations, acoustic blue pinboard, and timber finishes

Office corridor with timber feature wall, indoor plants, and glazed meeting room at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Dual workstation setup with acoustic pinboard, timber desk, and privacy screens at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Wide view of open-plan office with linear workstations, acoustic panels, and planter dividers at QBuild's South Coast Offices

Two-person workstation with mesh chairs, acoustic panel backing, and timber surfaces at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Reception area for QBuild's South Coast Offices with stone-look counter, timber slat ceiling, and greenery feature wall.

Office zone with window-facing desks, central printer station, and acoustic partitions at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Print and workstation zone with open desks, acoustic panels, and indoor planting at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Central aisle view of open office with workstations, acoustic wall panels, and planter partitions at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Timber-framed corridor with blue abstract feature wall and framed artwork at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Office corridor with timber flooring, framed coastal artwork, and glazed meeting rooms at QBuild's South Coast Offices.

Boardroom at QBuild's South Coast Offices featuring timber finishes, leather chairs, built-in screen, and glass partition.

Expertise in Office Environments

Beyond specific government requirements, this project showcases our capability in designing modern, productive office spaces on the Gold Coast. We focus on creating environments that enhance workflow, support staff well-being through considered ergonomics and acoustics, and reflect organisational culture. Our experience extends to spatial planning, technology integration, and creating flexible workspaces adaptable to future needs.

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Architectural Approach

Acoustic Performance

Strategic application of high-performance acoustic solutions to create distinct work zones within an open environment, balancing collaboration with focus.