Burckhardt+Partner have realized the new headquarters of the Selmoni Group for around 300 employees in Münchenstein near Basel. With a total area of 21,000 m2, an office building with workshop, warehouse and parking garage with its own staff restaurant and fitness room has been created, plus a spacious atrium that extends over five floors.

The shape of the circle, which corresponds to Selmoni's values through its perfection, simplicity and timelessness, was implemented as a formal language throughout the building. Thus, the large-scale entrance hall and exhibition area, representative of the building, were equipped with numerous circular skylights that bring daylight into the entire building and provide energy-efficient lighting for the offices adjacent to the atrium.

The irradiation of sunlight depending on the time of day allows the rhythm of daylight to be traced in the building, which can contribute to an emotional sense of well-being and convey and experience a reference to the outside. Since daylight changes constantly according to the time of day and the seasons, and weather conditions can also cause severe reductions, the skylights are supplemented with artificial light. Energy efficiency was given a very high priority in the design. All areas are equipped with energy-efficient luminaires, supported by innovative control and regulation technology.