Google Cloud
Experience Center
Daniel Noguerol, Cloud Space Architect, Google Cloud
Cloud Space Munich is a collaborative environment that provides Googlers, partners, and customers access to innovative technologies and world-class expertise. The opening of their first 900 square meter Experience Center underlines Google's commitment to digital transformation in Germany and Europe.
Google Cloud wanted to create a state-of-the-art Executive Briefing, Innovation and Experience Center to show their customers how they can help them to accelerate and build what’s next for their business. The goal was to transform the existing historic post office into a world-class facility for showcasing the power of Google Cloud’s solutions. Overcoming structural constraints required strategic space planning, thoughtful material selections, and innovative use of technology.
Downstream crafted an immersive experience framework and flexible technology systems that could support Cloud Architects, and Program Managers deliver deep technical engagements to Executives, IT and business decision-makers, architects and developers. The client journey includes four zones (Portal, Hall of Fame, Demo Gallery and Beer Garden) connected by 27 experience touchpoints. Experience strategies included a deep focus on personas, user journeys and communicating Cloud Solutions to these audiences.
The result has transformed how Google Cloud connects with their clients, offering a future-proofed space that embodies the company’s forward-thinking values. More than a tour—it's an immersive experience into the heart of Google's technology, where the past, present, and future of Google Cloud converge. In its first year, the center achieved a 94% customer satisfaction rate through its impressive selection of industrial solutions, interactive experiences and successful implementations.
A one-of-a-kind immersive experience begins at the Portal, with custom Search Bar LED display and a data visualization center diorama, reinforcing the core message: everything started with a search.
Cinemas is where Google Cloud can present dynamic media in a comfortable, theatre setting. Architectural lighting responds to content, making visitors feel a deeper sense of immersion and intrigue.
Visitors can explore industry-specific solutions experience the power of generative AI, and gain inspiration from customer success stories in the Demo Gallery.
The Garden is an interactive space for presenters to debrief. The custom Pour Score installation offers a fun moment where an animated King Ludwig judges your beer pour—connecting the local Munich beer culture to Google's Machine Learning for a memorable experience.