







Red Bench is an intervention in the central atrium of the City Plaza business complex in Zagreb. The project builds upon an existing bamboo island, a popular place for employees to relax and gather, transforming it into a distinct and recognizable spatial feature. A continuous red ring encircles the green island, creating a dialogue between architecture and nature while strengthening the identity of the entire atrium.
The bench accommodates a variety of uses, from casual seating and informal meetings to more private conversations within semi-enclosed booths. Set against the neutral backdrop of the office environment, the vibrant red color acts as a landmark, bringing energy, character, and a strong visual presence to the space.The intervention is conceived as a system of prefabricated steel segments mounted onto the existing concrete structure. This approach ensures precise fabrication, efficient material use, and a streamlined installation process. Through a minimal yet strategic intervention, the project significantly enhances the quality of the public space, providing employees and visitors with an inviting setting for relaxation, social interaction, and informal work.
Architecture
Studio Sadar
Program
Outdoor intervention
Location
Zagreb, Croatia
Phase
Completed
Year completed
2022
Team
Jure Sadar
Photography
Klemen Ilovar



Plaza layout
Intervention
Metal sheet mockup
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Red Bench is an intervention in the central atrium of the City Plaza business complex in Zagreb. The project builds upon an existing bamboo island, a popular place for employees to relax and gather, transforming it into a distinct and recognizable spatial feature. A continuous red ring encircles the green island, creating a dialogue between architecture and nature while strengthening the identity of the entire atrium.
The bench accommodates a variety of uses, from casual seating and informal meetings to more private conversations within semi-enclosed booths. Set against the neutral backdrop of the office environment, the vibrant red color acts as a landmark, bringing energy, character, and a strong visual presence to the space.The intervention is conceived as a system of prefabricated steel segments mounted onto the existing concrete structure. This approach ensures precise fabrication, efficient material use, and a streamlined installation process. Through a minimal yet strategic intervention, the project significantly enhances the quality of the public space, providing employees and visitors with an inviting setting for relaxation, social interaction, and informal work.
Architecture
Studio Sadar
Program
Outdoor intervention
Location
Zagreb, Croatia
Phase
Completed
Year completed
2022
Team
Jure Sadar
Photography
Klemen Ilovar



Plaza layout
Intervention
Metal sheet mockup
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