The story
An interior upgrade for more flexible use

Not every meaningful design intervention requires a new building. In Kigali, BAG’s existing meeting room needed to work harder: formal discussions, collaborative workshops, events, and community gatherings all competed for the same limited interior. The upgrade treats flexibility as the core design problem. Adaptable furnishings, clearer organization, and targeted interior improvements allow the room to change character without a complicated reset or a large construction budget.
The aim is a space that feels welcoming in everyday use while still supporting focused work and larger group activity. Journeyman International’s role was to help identify where modest changes could create the greatest functional return, extending the usefulness of an existing asset rather than replacing it. Changes to circulation, storage, furniture, and atmosphere would allow more activities within the existing room.




