{"id":1345,"date":"2021-12-10T01:30:20","date_gmt":"2021-12-09T17:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/staging\/?post_type=showcase&#038;p=1345"},"modified":"2023-08-24T10:18:06","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T02:18:06","slug":"howden-insurance-brokers","status":"publish","type":"showcase","link":"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/showcase\/howden-insurance-brokers\/","title":{"rendered":"Howden Insurance Brokers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Howden Testimonial Video\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3ZfivNjWHLc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Howden Testimonial Video<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Howden Insurance Brokers (\u201cHowden\u201d) is a leading independent international insurance broking group. Having selected the space at 79 Robinson Road, Howden appointed DB&amp;B to design and build their workspace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This project required DB&amp;B to deep dive into how the Howden businesses work together to offer their services through a series of workshops. The goal was to create a more agile and collaborative working environment which considers space adjacencies to support Howden\u2019s day-to-day operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>THE WARM INVITE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, the new Howden office now boasts a suite of shared areas that includes a grand reception, high tech meeting suites, quiet rooms, caf\u00e9 and training facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13107\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4.jpg 2560w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-4-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The grand reception greets everyone with an envelope of subtle sophistication, inspired by the notion of hospitality. Laid in an angled manner, this allows visitors unblocked vision of the magnificent panoramic views that surround this building. The reception desk spots an elegant quartz counter top with a backdrop that cradles all three of the business\u2019 logos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ceiling and floor pattern leads one seamlessly into a suite of meeting facilities. The various meeting rooms are dressed in a variety of unique and subtle themes that are simply visually-pleasing. Cushioned wall panelling, acoustic ceilings, nature-inspired wall paper, the sophisticated curation of lounge furniture and ambient lighting all but sum up the fine touches of hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1707\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13108\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-scaled.jpg 1707w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-683x1024.jpg 683w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-768x1152.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/3-1366x2048.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1707px) 100vw, 1707px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Themed meeting rooms and quiet rooms feature a variety of muted tones, textures and patterns.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1708\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13109\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-scaled.jpg 1708w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-683x1024.jpg 683w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-768x1151.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-6-1366x2048.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1708px) 100vw, 1708px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1708\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13702\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-scaled.jpg 1708w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-683x1024.jpg 683w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-768x1151.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-7-1366x2048.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1708px) 100vw, 1708px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1708\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13703\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-scaled.jpg 1708w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-683x1024.jpg 683w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-768x1151.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Howden_Singapore-8-1366x2048.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1708px) 100vw, 1708px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1708\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13110\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-scaled.jpg 1708w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-683x1024.jpg 683w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-768x1151.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/2-1367x2048.jpg 1367w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1708px) 100vw, 1708px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The themed meeting and quiet rooms are treated with a variety of pastel hues, textures and motifs.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchored by a majestic central bar counter that offers hints of European influences, the caf\u00e9 is clad in largely blue furniture with gold trimmings. This eye-catching combination of design elements motivates employees to use this space for meaningful work discussions or to simply catch a breather from work with full-length window views of the cityscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13112\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2.jpg 2560w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.dbb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Howden_Singapore-2-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PROMOTING VISIBILITY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the workspaces, DB&amp;B opted to promote visibility and maximise the use of natural lighting. By opting for clear glazing over solid walls, visibility is maintained across the various spaces. The different neighbourhoods are equipped with amenities to support the operations of the respective businesses. Work benches are opted with collaboration areas peppered carefully or used as subtle space dividers. Quiet pods are also fitted for those who prefer more focused work. 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