Banque des Chênes" concept

Competition won in 2024 - completion scheduled for 2026

Location: Gland, Switzerland

Year: 2024 (competition) - Work scheduled to start in 2026

Type: Retail / Office

Mission: Design and layout of reception areas, offices and collaborative zones

Inspiration & concept

This project was born out of a strong commitment to the area: the desire to link the interior design to the symbols of the commune of Gland.

  • The Serine, an emblematic river, inspires fluidity of movement,
  • The Bois des Chênes, a local natural area, guided the choice of the main material (oak cladding and furniture),
  • The fruit of the oak tree, a symbol of strength and durability, is featured in leaf-shaped pendant fixtures,
  • The color palette is inspired by the surrounding nature: green, blue and natural wood, balanced by Raiffeisen's institutional red to maintain a dynamic, contemporary identity.

 

Ambiance & materials

The space combines local roots and modernity:

  • Oak wood is omnipresent to create a warm atmosphere,
  • Organic acoustic suspensions reminiscent of foliage and luminous suspensions reminiscent of the fruit of the oak tree, the emblem of Acorn.
  • Dynamic colors, designed to stimulate creativity and customer welcome,
  • Careful attention to detail to make the banking experience more human and rooted in the local area.

 

Expected result

A project that blends local identity with the requirements of a modern bank:

  • A bright, welcoming place, anchored in the daily lives of local residents,
  • Workspaces designed to be both functional and inspiring,
  • A strong identity that distinguishes the agency as a player close to its community.