Business events centre (BEC) zone

Business events centre overview, set out in the workplace design guide

The business events centre (BEC) provides a dedicated, high-quality setting for meetings, events and engagement with external stakeholders. It offers a clear, welcoming and professional interface with the building, supporting collaboration, communication and public-facing activity.

The image to the left shows BEC layout with examples of how each space type might look

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BEC space types

The BEC reception provides a welcoming arrival and waiting area for visitors, with an ergonomically designed workstation supporting the day-to-day operation of the business events centre.

 

 

 

 

 

Business lounge spaces provide an open, informal environment supporting breakout from formal meetings and conferences, offering a relaxed setting for spontaneous discussion and networking. 

 

 

 

 

 

Conference rooms (medium 8 to 10 people, large 14 to 16 people, extra large 20 to 24 people) provide enclosed, acoustically protected spaces for planned in-person or hybrid meetings. These bookable rooms support meetings with internal and external participants. Extra large conference rooms provide interconnecting spaces that can be used individually or combined.

 

 

 

 

Cloakrooms provide storage space for coats and bags for use by staff and visitors accessing the BEC. Storage solutions are typically open fronted with hanging rails and storage compartments.

 

 

 

 

Green rooms provides quiet, comfortable space within the BEC, where guests or speakers can wait, prepare and relax ahead of high-profile or press events. 

 

 

 

 

 

BEC refreshment hubs provide space for visitors to gather informally before, during or after events, with facilities for drinks and refreshments.

 

 

 

 

 

Note: The BEC pantry, AV room, print hub and furniture storage room examples are not included.

Continue exploring the core zones and support zones

Team home

The team home zone supports day-to-day desk-based activity, providing dedicated work settings that enable individuals to carry out routine tasks comfortably and effectively over longer periods.

Team home zone

Meeting

The meeting zone provides a flexible range of spaces that support collaboration, discussion and shared activity. It offers a choice of settings designed for both in-person and virtual working, enabling teams to come together away from the workstation, to work effectively and productively.

Meeting zone

Do not disturb

The do not disturb zone provides calm, controlled environments that support concentration, complex tasks and confidential activities. These spaces are designed to minimise distraction and offer greater control over lighting, acoustics and thermal comfort, to accommodate a wide range of users.

Do not disturb zone

Wellbeing

The wellbeing zone provides places to pause, reset and recharge during the working day. These spaces are designed to promote wellbeing and inclusivity; offering calm, welcoming environments that contribute to a positive, balanced workplace experience.

Wellbeing zone

Support

The support zone provides shared facilities and services that enable the workplace to function smoothly and efficiently. These spaces support day-to-day activity across the building, helping people to work comfortably, productively and with minimal disruption.

Support zones

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Design approach

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Space types, set out as part of the Government Workplace Design Guide.

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