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It's an unfortunate fact of life, but there are a lot of people out there who don't like their jobs and dread going into the workplace every Monday. We honestly can't blame you if you're stuffed in a cubicle without cool decorations or free lunch (shout-out to Google). More and more companies are starting to up the standards of their design and ambience, as they realize its benefit for employee productivity and happiness. Not only do the following office spaces have some sweet amenities, but many of them have world-class architecture and interior design. Check em' out with this week's installment of Fresh Builds: 15 More Awesome Offices You Need to See.
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Aplicake
Aplicake
Location: Krakow, Poland
Architect: Unknown
Aplicake is a small start-up located in Poland that specializes in mobile software development. Even for such a small company, they've got a great-looking office, which even features its own bean bag room. Now that's something every office needs.
Nothing Amsterdam
Nothing Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Architect: Alrik Koudenburg and Joost van Bleiswijk
If you're thinking that this is a normal office building, then you thought wrong. The office of Nothing Amsterdam was constructed by Alrik Koudenburg and Joost van Bleiswijk completely out of cardboard!
Bahnhof
Bahnhof
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Architect: Albert France-Lanord Architects
The office for Swedish Internet provider Bahnhof is made out of a former World War II bunker. It honestly looks a lot like the Dharma Initiative from Lost or Dr. Evil's lair from Austin Powers, which makes this workspace pretty tough to beat.
Threadless
Threadless
Location: Chicago
Architect: Unknown
From a pool table and a ping pong table to crazy graffiti art and reclining lazy boy chairs, we are pretty sure this office is undeniably awesome.
Van Der Architects
Van Der Architects
Location: Tokyo
Architect: Van Der Architects
Van Der Architects has done wonders to their own office environment. Although the foosball table is a definite perk, the most fascinating thing about this office is their take on the cubicle, turning it in to a personal workspace cabin.
ISLE Media
ISLE Media
Location: Honolulu
Architect: Wat Design
This office space for ISLE Media is almost like a real life Sim City. All of the office was created from 2D flat panels with pixel design, which we think is pretty awesome, though it might get a little distracting for employees.
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Airbnb
Airbnb
Location: San Francisco
Architect: Garcia-Tamjidi
These San Francisco based offices of Airbnb feature cabin work spaces over cubicles and a full time chef for employees to take advantage of.
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Architect: studio o+a
Since Facebook is the most popular social media platform in the world, you probably aren't surprised that they have an awesome main office. We have to admit that they exceeded our expectations by featuring a live DJ booth in their Palo Alto office that is actually a converted garage.
Horizon Media
Horizon Media
Location: New York
Architect: a + i Architecture
Founded in 1989, Horizon Media is one of the largest mass media companies in the country. The company not only has an established reputation, but an office space to match it. The building was originally a printing factory and totals over 115,000-square-feet with large, open working spaces and a warm environment.
Macquarie Group Offices
Macquarie Group Offices
Location: London
Architect: Clive Wilkinson
Last year, the investment banking company, Macquarie, consolidated all their offices under one roof in London and had Hollywood designer, Clive Wilkinson, do a number on the interior. This mecca is a masterpiece of bright colors and stunning staircases.
Red Bull's HQ
Red Bull's HQ
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Architect: Sid Lee Architecture
Red Bull in Amsterdam has an office space that encourages creative energy and entrepreneurship, thanks to Sid Lee Architecture. Remember, Red Bull gives you wings, especially if you work for them.
Assemble Studio
Assemble Studio
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Architect: Joachim Holland
The awesome ceiling and woodwork of this office building are what make it really unique. Inspired by origami art, architect Joachim Holland worked with employees of the company to create the latticework ceiling.
99designs
99designs
Location: Berlin
Architect: 99designs
This waterside office building houses design company 99designs in an innovative space with a relaxed interior. The conference table even doubles as a ping pong table.
Medge Consulting
Medge Consulting
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Architect: DAPstockholm
This office for a Stockholm-based consulting company combines traditional interiors with a modern and comfortable aesthetic. The space has large televisions and lounges with unique designs, which combined with traditional conference rooms create an excellent balance of work and relaxation.
Comodo
Comodo
Location: Hong Kong
Architect: Alain Wong
Alain Wong actually designed this office space for his own company, Comodo. Its simplistic yet trendy atmosphere makes it an enviable workspace.