People First Bank
This open-plan workspace redefines banking environments with clean lines, a light warm palette, and flexible seating options. Contemporary design elements like textured walls, natural wood tones, and integrated greenery create a modern, approachable, and inclusive atmosphere for staff and visitors alike.

Dynamic Open-Plan Workspace

This open-plan workspace redefines banking environments with clean lines, a light warm palette, and flexible seating options. Contemporary design elements like textured walls, natural wood tones, and integrated greenery create a modern, approachable, and inclusive atmosphere for staff and visitors alike.

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The open-plan workspace features a blend of clean lines, textured walls, and soft lighting, creating a harmonious and collaborative setting. Natural wood finishes and vibrant greenery evoke warmth and approachability, while ergonomic furniture ensures comfort for staff and clients. Customers can choose to adjust the sit-to-stand desking to suit their preferences. This design facilitates seamless interactions, reflecting the shift toward customer-first, relationship-oriented banking. The inclusion of soft curves and subtle colour accents enhances the space's modern aesthetic, fostering a welcoming and professional environment tailored to evolving banking habits.

This open-plan workspace showcases a forward-thinking approach to design, fostering a seamless blend of professionalism and approachability. With clean lines and carefully curated textures, the space embodies modernity while maintaining warmth and accessibility. Textured wall panels add visual depth, complemented by natural wood tones that ground the design in simplicity.

The use of greenery is both aesthetic and functional, bringing vitality and a sense of calm to the space. Ergonomic furniture enhances comfort, catering to the needs of both staff and visitors. The layout encourages natural interaction, emphasising collaboration and accessibility. Thoughtfully integrated lighting plays a crucial role, with warm, diffused illumination creating a welcoming ambiance that avoids harsh contrasts.

Soft curves in furniture and architectural details add to the environment's inviting nature and brand voice. These design choices align with the broader intention to move beyond transactional interactions, establishing a setting where conversations thrive. This workspace signals a commitment to creating an inclusive environment that prioritises both empowerment and customer engagement.

By incorporating flexibility and simple straightforward appeal, this area exemplifies the transformation of traditional spaces into ones that cater to changing demands and a migration towards digital interactions in the everyday. It reinforces the idea that design is for the people and community, championing everyday people living everyday lives and all about fostering meaningful interactions and connections.

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Open plan self-contained semi-private consultation pods combine honest aesthetics, transparency and functionality. With natural textured timber finishes, ergonomic task furniture, and focus pendant lighting, this design reimagines banking as a collaborative, conversational experience, offering clients a comfortable and approachable space for conversation and advice.

Semi-private pods for personalised banking

A welcoming and open design transforms the Flinders Street branch into a modern community hub

The overall view of Flinders St HQ branch

An inviting consultation desk blends functionality with greenery, fostering open and welcoming conversations.

Inclusive, transparent and engaging

A vibrant digital display greets visitors, showcasing People First Bank’s commitment to community and inclusivity.

The shopfront signage

The bank's facade combines lilac and deep purple accent panels with prominent logos and a glass entry, offering visibility into the welcoming, modern lobby.

The street view

Interior view of People First Bank’s Flinders St Branch

Open and transparent

A lush planter enhances privacy and comfort at a consultation desk, with a pendant light aiding acoustics.

The open plan consultation pods

A private office with vibrant geometric decals, cozy seating, and natural accents.

The private offices

The community corner, a vibrant, modern space dedicated to local projects and sports memorabilia.

The community corner

Inviting client advisory desks with a modern curved design, soft textures, and a featured leafy planter for a fresh touch.

The flexible consultation pods

The consultation bar near the entrance, featuring a modern curved counter and inviting seating.

The digital bar

The mission statement wall in brand colour 'ribbon blue' is halo illuminated so visible day and night

Arrival view towards brand wall

An inviting lounge area with a curved deep blue couch, soft lighting, and warm peach-toned accents.

The welcome lounge

External view of Collins St Melbourne branch located in the heart of the financial precinct of the CBD

External streetfront view

The glass facade highlights vibrant portraits and bold graphic elements, reflecting inclusivity and community pride. Natural light floods the space, inviting passersby to explore the interior’s welcoming atmosphere and innovative design philosophy.

External supergraphics of everyday people

A bright and inviting lounge greets visitors, showcasing People First Bank's modern, community-focused ethos. This space features soft pastel tones, greenery, natural wood textures, and a mission statement wall that emphasizes the bank’s customer-centric philosophy.

Welcome Lounge at People First Bank

A vibrant corner featuring boldly coloured mobile display plinths, dynamic lighting, and interactive displays showcases the community-driven spirit. This playful yet sophisticated space embodies inclusivity and engagement, reflecting the design's emphasis on fostering meaningful connections and championing bold, approachable aesthetics.

Vibrant Community Corner

A central digital bar island opposite the branch entry enhances the customer experience with its inclusive, flexible format. Featuring sit-and-stand options, neutral tones, and integrated technology, this multifunctional hub supports self-navigation, advice sessions, and a seamless blend of welcoming inclusivity and practicality.

Interactive Digital Bar

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The Ministry,
79-81 Borough Road,
London SE1 1DN, United Kingdom
44 20740 36132

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Level 3, 223 Liverpool St
Darlinghurst NSW 2010 Australia
61 29319 0933


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