The logistics and warehouse facility for THERMO KING, completed in under a year, stands as a compelling example of successful collaboration between the client, architects, and contractor.
Compact, highly functional, and visually refined, the facility supports the full scope of operations of THERMO PRO - the official importer of Thermo King refrigeration units in Bulgaria and a long-standing partner of the brand. Designed by the IPA team, the base is structured into three distinct yet seamlessly interconnected zones: administrative, logistics and warehousing, and servicing - each operating independently, yet housed under one roof.
The warehouse features a dedicated delivery reception and preparation area, as well as a series of self-contained storage rooms. The integrated evacuation system ensures safety while also enabling natural ventilation, contributing to a healthy and balanced indoor environment.
The service area comprises six work bays equipped for maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles, including vans, minibuses, semi-trailers, and trucks. In addition to ample artificial lighting, natural daylight is introduced into the workspace via glazed roof segments, ensuring a bright and comfortable working environment.
The administrative section is spread over two floors, accommodating offices and employee facilities. The main entrance - highlighted by a recessed, chamfered frame and an overhanging canopy - provides a distinct architectural gesture and clear orientation for visitors.
The clean-lined facade, clad in thermal panels, exemplifies classic industrial design. The facility’s visual identity is elevated through a carefully selected palette of white and grey, which clearly delineates the administrative and service functions. Striking accents in a vibrant blue - used on the service doors and aluminum composite window frames - add a modern, recognizable character.
The exterior space has been meticulously planned to ensure smooth circulation and maneuvering of both passenger vehicles and trucks. Ample parking is distributed around the building and along the site perimeter, effectively accommodating customer flow and operational needs.
In both architecture and bridge, success lies in numbers and strategy. With the THERMO KING logistics and warehouse center, we played a winning hand - a four-of-a-kind: the investor, the architects of IPA, the contractor, and the people who bring the base to life every day.
