What would it take to raise your motivation and creativity levels?

Perhaps a secret garden, 'Granny flat' interiors and an allotment.

That's certainly the conclusion at Google headquarters in Covent Garden, London, where the company's recently finished 160,000 sq ft headquarters offers a quirky take on the traditional office.

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Occupying half of the ultra-modern Central Saint Giles development in Covent Garden over five floors, renowned interior designers PENSON were given the task of creating a vibrant workspace.

The result is amazing variation of work and lounging space which finds room for 1,250 non-traditional desks, according to a statement.

What this office make you work harder?

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    'Hedge Your Bets Secret Garden' on roof terrace of Google headquarters, Central Saint Giles, Covent Garden, London

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    'Flower power' boardroom

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    Granny bedhead boardroom

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    Lala Library' seating area

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    'Snug-lushness' seating area

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    Reception area with giant Union Jacks

  • Google HQ, London

    'Hedge Your Bets Secret Garden' on roof terrace