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XTL

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PROJECT

  • Area: 6,880 sq. ft.
  • Interior designer: Cléo Katcho
  • City: Montreal
  • Project type: New construction
  • Photographer: Ulysse Lemerise B.

Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica employee lounge
The XTL Transport office design project demonstrates that a distinctive and inspiring work environment does not necessarily require costly renovations. For this large-scale project, the challenge was to create bright, welcoming office spaces that reflect the company’s identity, while staying within a tight budget and adhering to a tight schedule.

The interior design approach therefore relied on simple, sustainable, and strategic interventions to maximize visual impact. The world of transportation and movement served as the concept’s guiding theme: interplay of lines, directional arrows, contrasting colors, and graphic elements on the floor—evoking, in particular, crosswalks—give rhythm to the spaces. These elements serve as both a visual signature and an intuitive wayfinding tool that guides employees as they move through the offices.

The choice of materials also reflects the day-to-day realities of XTL Transport. With heavy foot traffic between offices and operational areas, the finishes had to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean, and retain their appearance over time. Product availability was also a key criterion for meeting the project’s deadlines.

In open-plan workspaces, the furniture and lighting were selected to create comfortable individual areas that promote concentration, without resorting to the traditional cubicle layout. The lighting also helps set the mood: it is more stimulating in areas dedicated to work and concentration, and becomes warmer in the lounge areas, the dining room, and the relaxation areas.

The result is a functional, sustainable, and dynamic office space that reflects XTL Transport’s identity while providing the teams with a pleasant, accessible work environment tailored to their daily needs.

 

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Audio-Technica Office
Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica Meeting Room
This project demonstrates that it isn’t necessary to use an abundance of high-end materials to create a compelling work environment. Instead, we focused on graphic design elements, color, and lighting to bring rhythm to the spaces, while selecting durable, low-maintenance materials. Every decision had to have a real impact, stay within budget, and help create a place where teams want to work and gather.
Cléo Katcho

Interior design, APDIQ certified