Bris – Children’s Rights in Society is a politically and religiously independent children’s rights organization that listens to, supports, and strengthens the rights of children in society.

With a strong focus on children and thorough preparatory work, Kaminsky Arkitektur designed Bris’s new headquarters using circular design methods. The goal was to create a functional and welcoming workspace that reflects Bris’s identity while minimizing its carbon footprint. Maximizing reuse and recycling was a top priority.

Having outgrown its previous office, Bris relocated to central Stockholm to be closer to partners. The new office, located in a classic building with façades in three directions and ample natural light, started out as a neutral space with a limited budget, marking the beginning of a transformation to reflect the organization’s identity.

“With Bris’s new office, we aimed to create Sweden’s most welcoming workplace where every employee, child, politician, and decision-maker feels comfortable upon entering. Through our shared focus on sustainability and reuse, Bris and Kaminsky Arkitektur have shaped a workspace that is not only inspiring but also appreciated by all who enter.”
– Binaji Marouf, Head of Communications and Advocacy

It was vital that the design team understood Bris’s supportive work and, above all, the children it serves. The office had to support various professional roles and allow for both digital and in-person meetings with children, parents, and delegations. Since the space is used around the clock, it also needed to work well for overnight staff. Sustainability and climate-smart choices guided the renovation.

As a donation-based non-profit, Bris needed every decision to feel justified. The office had to avoid seeming extravagant or impersonal. In close dialogue with Bris and through collaborative workshops, a concept was developed that aligned with Bris’s vision and values. The office should feel kind and home-like, while also being representative and safe, especially for children in vulnerable situations.

The result was a flexible layout that supports Bris’s future operations. The design utilized existing structures and reused furnishings to reduce environmental impact. Despite a tight budget and renovation limitations, the transformation was significant. A carefully chosen colour palette harmonized the landlord’s surfaces with reused furniture, creating a playful scheme of pastels and bright accents, including custom elements like the reception desk.

Following circular design principles, Kaminsky applied the "waste hierarchy": existing furniture was inventoried and preserved, redesigned where possible, and supplemented with reused items. Thanks to extensive research and collaboration with generous suppliers, the office was furnished with nearly 100% reused materials—furniture, lighting, carpets, and curtains.