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As part of our award-winning expertise, we provide office fit out services in Manchester and Liverpool across a range of industries and sectors. We get to know your specific requirements and then apply our user-focused, end-to-end approach to plan, design and deliver innovative workspaces which enhance collaboration, efficiency, productivity, ergonomics and employee wellbeing.
We combine our expertise and experience with leading insight into current interior design trends and an extensive knowledge of product development to truly transform workspaces. Our research and knowledge are an integral part of how we continually innovate our offering and improve the modern working environment.
Many people worry that a workplace fit out will cause a great deal of disruption and impact the daily running of the business but our dedicated team of experts strive to ensure this isn’t the case. Your Penketh Group Project Manager will be your single point of contact to handle every detail and ensure that your project is delivered on time and within budget. We will be with you every step of the way to provide you with peace of mind throughout the process and then become a partner beyond the project, offering value-added support and aftercare services.
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We get to know your business, its people and your main objectives to truly understand what you want to get out of your commercial fit out. We do this through a number of meetings and visits to our Manchester showroom where you can see the latest products up close and innovative workspaces in action.
We translate everything we glean from our initial conversations into a bespoke design which stays sensitive to your brand values and budget. We use industry insights, trend knowledge and your unique requirements to inform this creative process.
We manage every process along the way, no matter how big or small, to ensure a seamless transition into your new workspace by assigning you a dedicated Project Manager who will liaise with a network of subcontractors and oversee the end-to-end process.
Category A fit out
Cat A office fit out is the first stage in the development of the space and offers a standard level of finish before implementing Cat B elements. This process typically includes bespoke features such as suspended ceilings, raised floors and partition walls, as well as mechanical and electrical installations such as fire alarms and air conditioning. This part of the process enables you to evaluate and maximise the use of the space and introduce new work settings such as breakout areas and social spaces.
Read more about the new CAT A+ trend.
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Category B fit out
Cat B fit out is where personalisation of the space really comes into place with things like fabrics, colour, specialist lighting and brand manifestation. It’s at this point that the installation of office furniture, kitchens and any AV or technology will take place. This is when your workspace comes to life and initial concepts become a reality.
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An office fit out is the process through which a commercial interior space is made suitable for use. It comes in three main categories: Shell & Core, Cat A and Cat B, each of which denotes varying levels of finish and specification. Fit out covers everything from raised flooring and suspended ceilings to air conditioning systems, specialist lighting and the final snagging process.
No two projects are ever the same which means there isn’t one prescriptive price list to refer to. However, costs can usually be broken down into three main categories – Standard, Mid-Level and High Spec – which can range from around £10-15 per sq. ft to more than £50 per sq. ft, plus the costs of furniture and technology. Pricing is normally done on a project by project basis.
Read our blog on typical office fit out costs to find out more.
Deciding between Shell & Core, Cat A, Cat B or even the new Cat A+ is the first challenge in the fit out process. Analysing your current workplace issues, the state of your existing space and framing your ambitions for the future is a great way to hone in on exactly what it is you need. Perhaps it’s a full reconfiguration of the workspace layout, or maybe it’s just a refresh of your furniture portfolio.
Read more about CAT A+ on the blog.
There isn’t a strict set of timescales to refer to as the length of time it takes to complete a fit out will vary from project to project. A typical project can take anything from 6-12 weeks, depending on the scale, requirements and any hurdles that are experienced along the way. The fit-out process isn’t just about the physical elements – it also encompasses aspects such as workshopping, creating briefs, picking fabrics & finishes as well as sign off and snagging.
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From whitepapers and blogs to research findings and our work; whether you’re looking to find out more about current workplace trends or browse our past projects, you’ll find it all here.
