Grizaco
“We wanted an office as solid as the roads we build”
Hasselt-based Grizaco has been known for its asphalt works, slurry seals, and surfacing treatments for more than fifty years. With sixty employees, the company has become an established name in and around Limburg. The entire team recently moved into a brand-new building. Attention went not only to the road leading to it, but above all to the workplace itself.
“Our new building had to be functional, but also somewhere people enjoy working,” says Paul Heleven, CEO of Grizaco. “We’re a no-nonsense company. You should feel that as soon as you walk in.” That mindset is reflected in the architecture, too. MaMu Architects combined a robust, industrial base with an open, light-filled office floor. Large expanses of glass, generous ceiling heights, and warm accents create a pleasant working environment without losing sight of Grizaco’s practical needs.
Practical, sustainable, and built to last
For a company like Grizaco, where most employees work on site, the office is first and foremost a support base. But that doesn’t mean its furnishings are an afterthought; on the contrary.
“We wanted an efficient workspace for our administrative team, but also somewhere our site workers would feel welcome. That’s why we chose Pami from Pelt for our office furniture. It was no coincidence. They immediately understood what we were looking for: no frills; just sturdy furniture that can take a hit and last for years. Sustainability was an important factor, too. We work with raw materials every day, so we know how important it is to use them wisely and sparingly.”
Pami supplied the freestanding office furniture – from desks and chairs to cabinets and lockers – perfectly suited to Grizaco’s practical approach: reliable, high-quality, and locally produced. The supply chain could hardly be shorter. Where possible, existing furniture was reused and incorporated into the new setting, alongside new pieces that suit the building’s contemporary look.
A workplace that reflects the company culture
The result is an office that captures Grizaco perfectly: distinctive but not showy, carefully considered but never overdone. A place where both the office team and site workers feel at home.
“The collaboration with Pami was straightforward and fuss-free,” Heleven recalls. “To be honest, I thought Pami mainly handled large office projects, but they listened, offered ideas, and delivered exactly what they promised. It was tailored perfectly to our needs. Job well done; now we’re set for another fifty years,” he laughs.
