2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

AC Mobility | Driven by Motion

Entrant

DB&B Philippines, Inc.

Category

Interior Design - Office 

Client's Name

AC Mobility

Country / Region

Philippines

About The Entry

AC Mobility's workplace reimagines the traditional office by placing people, flexibility and collaboration at the centre of the workplace experience. Reflecting the company's vision of driving the future of mobility, the project moves away from a conventional reception-led layout in favour of an open, employee-centric environment that encourages interaction, adaptability and a strong sense of community.

The design concept draws inspiration from movement, energy and connectivity that define both the organisation and the evolving nature of work. An industrial-inspired material palette of exposed concrete, warm timber and bold brand colours is balanced with natural textures and integrated greenery, creating a workplace that feels dynamic yet welcoming. Every design element reinforces the company's identity while supporting everyday wellbeing and collaboration.

At the heart of the workplace is a hospitality-inspired breakout space that serves as the primary social destination. Designed to encourage spontaneous interaction, informal meetings and moments of recharge, the space strengthens workplace culture by bringing employees together in a relaxed and engaging setting. Adjacent collaborative zones and multifunctional areas further support agile working, allowing the environment to adapt seamlessly to different activities throughout the day.

Flexibility continues throughout the workplace with meeting rooms connected by operable walls that can transform private discussion spaces into larger collaborative environments. Executive areas balance professional functionality with a more relaxed hospitality character through carefully crafted detailing, natural materials and integrated lounge settings, supporting both focused work and informal leadership engagement.

Brand identity is thoughtfully embedded throughout the workplace rather than applied as decoration. Feature lighting, architectural graphics and subtle references to mobility reinforce the company's purpose, while a prominent values wall serves as a daily reminder of the organisation's mission and shared culture.

By prioritising employee experience over traditional workplace conventions, the project demonstrates how thoughtful design can create a more connected, adaptable and engaging environment. The result is a workplace that reflects AC Mobility's innovative spirit while empowering its people to collaborate, connect and shape the future of mobility.

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Credits

Senior Designer
Peachy Ducanes-Miguel
Senior Project Manager
Mark Reyes
Senior Construction Manager
Sherwin Ramos
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