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A look behind the scenes of the company's largest project to date
A new LELOSI business, administrative and development centre is currently under construction in Komenda, representing the company’s largest development project to date. Covering approximately 3,000 square meters, the centre will bring together product development, creative teams, a showroom, a photography and video production studio, support departments, meeting rooms, reception area, and spaces for everyday work and collaboration.
However, the new centre is not simply a response to the need for more space. It also reflects the stage LELOSI has reached today: evolving from a fast-growing entrepreneurial success story into an increasingly structured organization while preserving the energy, dynamism, and working culture that define it.
As the project takes shape, we spoke with Studio Kalamar, the architectural firm that designed the building and guided it from the earliest concepts through to execution. How does an architect view a rapidly growing company? How can a workspace support people, creativity, and development? And what story is being created in Komenda?
How did the story of the Komenda centre begin?
The project emerged from two very different starting points. The first was the site itself, and the second was LELOSI. We first needed to understand the company's energy, its way of operating, and its way of thinking. We had to discover what LELOSI really is.
When did you realize this would not be a typical office building?
Once we understood the company's dynamics, it became clear that the building could not function like a typical corporate environment. On one hand, it needed to create a welcoming atmosphere; on the other, it had to support concentration and focused work.
How did you translate that dynamic into the space itself?
"LELOSI is defined by an extraordinary diversity of work and people. Some employees work with numbers, others with words, and others with colours - and each requires a different type of working environment.
That is why we designed the building as a network of different environments connected according to the needs of the teams and their ways of working. Some departments need to be close together, others separated, while some must remain visually connected.
We created a network of spaces and atmospheres that we hope will function together as LELOSI."
You often talk about the feeling of a space. What was most important to you?
"Every workplace should feel welcoming. That means providing enough space, natural light, and thoughtful organization that allows employees to work efficiently while maintaining the right balance of proximity and distance from colleagues and the resources they need.
We tried to create an atmosphere of comfort - a space that gently embraces you.
We deliberately avoided reflecting the dynamic nature of LELOSI products in the interior because that could overwhelm employees. A workspace should not be overwhelming. Instead, we chose warm colour palettes, pleasant materials, and a calmer atmosphere. The vibrancy comes primarily from the people themselves.
We also paid special attention to the meeting rooms, which have a different energy than individual workspaces. Meeting tables should encourage creativity and dialogue. That is why these spaces are more energetic - geometrically bold, dynamic, and rich in colour. They have almost the same effect as a cup of coffee."
How can a space influence company culture and collaboration?
A space can create a welcoming environment where people feel good. From that point onward, it becomes LELOSI’s responsibility.
What does the Komenda centre say about LELOSI’s development?
"The building communicates that this is a company worthy of trust.
When someone arrives at a facility like this, they immediately sense that it is an organization that has grown from a garage startup - from the vision of an individual who gradually transformed an idea into reality, including physical space. The success of one idea created the need for an organized environment. A space that enables a little more 'business as usual' and therefore emphasizes stability.
At the same time, the people building LELOSI will never allow this to become merely 'business as usual.' This is LELOSI."
Which company values did you want to reflect in the space?
Above all, the building should enable the values the company lives by. Its quality will become evident when it supports quality work - when people stop thinking about the building itself and focus on LELOSI.
You often emphasize that architecture should not take centre stage. Why?
A building should not be the main actor. A building is a retreat. Its role is to create a stable, calm, and supportive environment that allows employees to focus, feel comfortable, and use the space effectively over the long term. It should not be loud or attention-seeking, because that would interfere with work.
Is there a detail visitors may not notice immediately but that carries a special story?
"There are many such details. But that is precisely the essence of good architecture - it does not demand attention but works almost invisibly and naturally.
We tried to create a building that people would enter with the feeling: 'This already feels familiar.'
A building is a collection of subtle impressions that create a sense of well-being. It serves as a backdrop that supports employees throughout the day. And it is perfectly fine if that remains unnoticed. In fact, it probably will."
Which elements of the project are you most proud of?
"We would not necessarily say we are proud, but we are grateful to have been part of it.
Matej and his team made communication enjoyable. We were happy to listen to their ideas, translate them into architectural language, and we hope we succeeded in doing so."
What was the biggest challenge of the project?
"An important question was how to build responsibly and thoughtfully. We had to design in a sustainable way while also respecting the investor’s budget - which is often one and the same thing.
We believe that the amount of money spent is often directly linked to the amount of CO₂ emissions generated. If we want to reduce emissions, we must create buildings that use as little material as possible and, consequently, require less financial investment."
What will the centre include?
"The new centre in Komenda will cover approximately 3,500 square meters and has been designed as a modern business facility prepared for the company’s continued growth. The building currently accommodates around 150 workstations, with capacity for future expansion. Appropriate infrastructure for employees and visitors will also be provided, including more than 100 parking spaces.
Inside, there will be departmental offices, nine meeting rooms, several kitchens, and various communal spaces for socializing, informal meetings, and collaboration between teams, including coffee lounge areas. A spacious cafeteria will be another important feature, opening toward the north and benefiting from soft, even natural light throughout the year.
A distinctive part of the centre will be the showroom and the photography and video production studio, where the stories, collections, and content customers engage with under the LELOSI brand will be created. The centre will also include a reception area dedicated to welcoming visitors.
The building offers views of the Julian Alps, the Karawanks, and the Kamnik–Savinja Alps, while the roof has been designed to allow for the future installation of a photovoltaic power plant."
What would you like people to feel when they first enter the new LELOSI centre?
That they are welcome in the building. That they will feel good here.
By the end of the summer, the new centre in Komenda will begin to take on its final form. Teams will move into the building, the showroom will come to life, the photography and video production studio will begin operating, and the spaces will finally gain what Studio Kalamar believes gives them true meaning - people.
With an investment of nearly €10 million, the project represents the company’s largest investment to date and an important step in its continued growth. Through it, LELOSI is not merely building new premises but creating an environment that will support product development, creative processes, new knowledge, and collaboration between teams for years to come.
Although the centre is still under construction, it already reflects the company’s ambition to build its future on its own expertise, people, and development. If LELOSI has spent recent years building a recognizable brand, Komenda will be the place where its next chapter is written.
Author: Mateja Živoder
