Eosta (Nature and More) has permanently relocated to a new and sustainable business property in Waddinxveen, Netherlands, which consists of a head office and distribution centre.
With its numerous sustainable and circular properties and spacious set-up, the CSR leader has realised a workplace that 'throws the door wide open to the up-and-coming new economy'.
Preparations for the design and construction of a new building commenced a few years ago, with Eosta in 'dire need' of new space, the group noted.
'The resulting building exudes warmth and humanity and may be considered the physical expression of the company’s core values of authenticity, togetherness and social responsibility,' said Volkert Engelsman, CEO and founder of Eosta. 'The interior design is organically conformed to the company processes and encourages leadership and self-leadership, co-creation and an innovative and sustainable corporate performance. In short: Dream – Dance – Deliver, as we refer to this at Eosta.'
The building has many circular and sustainable characteristics. Both the shell and design have a materials passport, which states the materials used to ensure they can be reused as much as possible after demolition. The roof of the distribution and packaging halls will be completely covered with solar panels, and rainwater will be collected and used for local horticultural irrigation.
The timber in the office is sustainable Dutch elm; the modular walls and insulating material in the partitions are circular; one of the stone walls is made from recycled construction rubble and toilet bowls; the office chairs are made from recycled plastic. A 'natural paradise' around and on the building is under construction.
