Google’s New HQ Is Possibly The Coolest Office In Singapore Right Now
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By Nandini Balakrishnan — 14 Nov 2016, 04:33 PM
Google just opened its new Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore on 10 November
Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong during the launch of Google's new HQ in Singapore.
Image via Facebook/ Lee Hsien Loong
The cool new office was launched by Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and it looks absolutely amazing
Hardware Zone Singapore said that Google moved from Asia Square 1 at Marina View to Mapletree Business City II and their new office goes all the way from the third to the eight floor, from blocks 60 to 70 with an employee count of around 1,000 people.
Prime Minister Lee mentioned in his Facebook post about the launch that when Google first started in Singapore back in 2007, they only had 24 employees.
We've all heard of Google's beautifully designed offices that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing - from sleeping pods to unlimited supply of gourmet food and coffee, it's basically a dream office!
What's really amazing is that the office space is truly localised, with all the spaces named after major landmarks in Singapore
Adding to the appeal, the office is designed with spots of greenery throughout the space as the colour is known to have calming effects. Imagine staring at this view after staring at your bright computer screen for hours!
Also, as a Googler, you can work anywhere you want. Goodbye stuffy cubicles...
According to Stuff, Google employees do not have a fixed desk space, unless of course they want one. So, that allows them to pretty much work from any corner in the office or wherever you feel like.
It further explained that the theory behind this practice lies in the fact that people interact a lot more when they are not chained to their specific desks. So, it sparks conversations, discussions that have the potential to become innovations. How cool is that!
As a company that is committed to their staff and believes in maintaining the well being of their employees, Google even offers a Fitness and Wellness Center. Employees get FREE massages!
When they said happiness and wellness of their employees are important, they meant it! Employees can even get free manicures, pedicures and blowout if they need to head to an event after work.
They also have gym that is open 24 hours, seven days a week. Employees can even consult personal trainers and sign up for gym classes.
.... and if you find yourself falling asleep at your desk after lunch, fret not. Just switch jobs because at Google Singapore, you can take mini naps at their full-sized sleeping pods.
Now, on the most important aspect of a cool office - FOOD.
Who needs work-from-cafe day when your office has it all - wholesome food, snacks, freshly brewed coffee, free-flow of wine and beer!
Breakfast and lunch are served at their main cafe, Shiok and the best part is that the menu changes everyday! Employees can expect an array of cuisine from different parts of the world - Italian, Indian, roasts, desserts, salad bar for the health nuts and the list goes on.
Also, Stuff mentioned that Shiok at Google does not serve dinner. Why? Because they don't encourage their employees to work till late.
Last but certainly not least, the office has a play area. They have a huge Lego wall. Did we mention Lego?
