A modern, minimalist lobby with teal walls and a glass partition. Exposed light bulbs hang from the ceiling in a row. The glass features "Arts Council England" text, creating reflections on the walls.

ACE Midlands Office

Birmingham, England

2011

Client The Arts Council England

Buildings · Workplace

As part of a revisioning of a number its buildings, the Arts Council England sought to update its Birmingham offices to fit new, more flexible and more public uses. Importantly, this interior work couldn’t compete with the heritage architecture of this listed former industrial building.

A modern, spacious meeting area with wood-paneled walls and large windows. Three people are sitting at a long white table on white chairs. The ceiling features hanging pendant lights, and natural light fills the room.

A series of architectural models and floor plans showcasing a modern design, with multi-level structures, staircases, and interior spaces, architecture by MOXON Architects.

The design is clean and simple, in warm wood and white. A diversity of spaces have been designed, and unified through materiality and style: a soft cushioned compartment for intimate groupings; an open area for children or informal meetings; and a flexible space for dining, lectures or larger gatherings with tables that lift to lie flat against the walls.

To complement these more open and fluid spaces, formal meeting and lecture rooms are arranged off a ramped circulation spine, with acoustic separation provided by specialist glass to maintain visual continuity.