Frozen in time through Goodwin's camera lens and with his keen attention to the lighting of the space, snapshots of these everyday office scenes become atmospheric, personalized portraits of each firm that are fascinating to peruse. Mundane details become a significant part in telling the story, whether it's a sign written in the local language, shelves of architectural models, potted plants, snow-covered streets outside a window in Scandinavia, or the brick details in a London office.

Peering through shelves or from the opposite side of the building, Goodwin's photos take on an observant and sometimes almost voyeuristic perspective. Employees appear unaware of the photographer's presence as they hunch over their desks and stare into computer screens, share a meal with their colleagues, or are in the middle of a meeting in a closed conference room. This sense of intimate observation is present even in large, established offices that accommodate hundreds of employees, such as an empty windowed room in Foster + Partners' Riverside office, which has approximately 1,200 employees.

It's also a treat to know the previous lives of the firms' offices, and how much they have grown into the space since moving in. The firms work in former schools and breweries, a printer of vinyl record sleeves, or in a space tucked inside a building that used to house diplomats.

Altogether, Goodwin's photos showcase the diversity of each firm's workspace just as they are in that point in time. As Goodwin continues to travel around the world, have a look at some of his office photos of architecture practices in London, Scandinavia, Beijing, Paris, and Seoul.

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