In April 2021, Kering announced the opening of its new office space in Mexico City. The Kering headquarters manage the development of renowned brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin, Ulysse Nardin, and Girard Perregaux. The opening of these offices in Mexico City marked a further commitment to Kering’s presence in Central and South America.

The offices are situated in Polanco, one of the most exclusive areas in the northeast of Mexico City. The building is located less than 500 meters away from Plaza Carso, Plaza Antara, and three blocks away from Masaryk Avenue, the most famous fashion street with boutiques such as Gucci, Tiffany, Hermes, and Louis Vuitton.

With open views of Polanco and the Bosque de Chapultepec area, the offices occupy the 8th and 9th floors. The spaces were carefully designed to reflect the quality and commitment of the Kering brands, blending Mexican essence with modernity and style. The main challenge was bringing ancestral elements into a contemporary and cosmopolitan context, representing both Latin America and haute couture. The timeless brutalism, both imposing and familiar, brings a connection to the original culture resonating beneath Mexico City's surface.

A central helical staircase connects both floors, creating a sculptural and iconic focal point for the office. Clean glass volumes, wood details, and touches of Mexican furniture give the space a strong personality. High standards for maximum comfort were incorporated, alongside LEED certification criteria. Acoustic treatment was fundamental, with materials chosen based on the shape and volume of each space, tailored to the activities within them.

The project faced the challenge of adapting the office spaces for functionality during the COVID-19 pandemic. Strategies included improving natural ventilation, using filters in the air conditioning system, and designing workspaces to respect distance measures and ensure proper circulation flow. Special materials were selected to maintain visibility between office spaces.

Sustainability was a key focus, with various strategies employed to achieve LEED Gold certification. This involved ensuring materials met the highest market standards and implementing passive strategies to enhance building efficiency and user comfort. The result is an office space that embodies simplicity, comfort, and sustainability, while reflecting the heritage and modernity of Kering's prestigious brands.