Curved Glass Facade Defines Lombard Odier’s New Headquarters in Geneva

The architectural firm Herzog & de Meuron designed the headquarters of Swiss private bank Lombard Odier, featuring a curved glass facade adorned with rows of slender steel columns. The building, named One Roof, emphasizes a sense of openness.

Located north of downtown Geneva, near the main train station, this building offers panoramic views of Lake Geneva through its expansive glass walls. The curved facade not only creates an iconic appearance, but also features curved concrete projections that provide a small open area in the interior and outdoor terrace.

The thin steel columns that support the concrete elements blend in with other vertical details such as rainwater drains, creating an interesting visual experience. Unlike many conventional offices, One Roof has no clear front or back. Each side of the building has an entrance leading in four directions, making the building feel open on all sides.

The building can accommodate up to 2,600 people, including 2,000 Lombard Odier employees who were previously spread across six different locations in Geneva. The interior focuses on creating a functional workspace. At the center of the building is a leaf-shaped atrium that maximizes natural light, illuminating the surrounding meeting rooms and workspaces.

The client area is located on the side of the building facing the lake. The interior was designed by French designer Rodolphe Parente and includes a main lobby on the ground floor, a double-height meeting room, a restaurant, and a lounge with direct views of the lake. On the other side is an auditorium facing an outdoor amphitheater, creating a flexible space for presentations and informal events.

In addition to workspaces, supporting facilities are also available in this building, including an underground gym, a café with a spacious terrace, and other public areas. In terms of sustainability, the building is equipped with solar panels on the roof and a heating and cooling system that utilizes water from Lake Geneva, making it an example of architecture that combines energy efficiency with user comfort.