Undergoing an office fit out? Relocating to larger premises due to company expansion? Downsizing to smaller premises to reduce costs? Refurbishing existing space to improve creativity and staff morale? Whatever the reason, it is the ideal time to get your office premises properly organised from the bottom up. A well organised office makes for an […]
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Achieve the perfect retail outlet for Christmas
Christmas is around the corner – but you don’t need us to tell you that. If you are a retail outlet, then Christmas is the most important time of the year – you don’t need us to tell you that either! Sales and potential revenue can be at their greatest. People regularly comment on how […]
5 Things to Consider When Deciding How Much Office Space You Need
If you’re starting a new business or just moving your current company to a new building, you’ll eventually need to ask yourself how much office space you need to run your day to day operations. Between desks, staff rooms, conference areas and even kitchen and storage space, there are a lot of things to consider […]
Important shop fitting requirements
Shopfitting retail spaces must be a carefully planned to maximise the customer engagement. It’s advantageous to have some expert advice from professionals regarding floor plan, customer movement, product positioning and other aspects of the outlet. Whether it’s a large space or small, good planning and layout can really make a huge difference. Given below are […]
What is bespoke joinery?
Bespoke joinery is basically customised joinery in which the customers are able to give their inputs and have a general idea on how they want their woodwork handled. Customised joinery is quite useful and allows customers to maximise storage space as well as optimise additional space in the location. Even though furniture bought from a […]
What makes a good restaurant?
Designing a restaurant that will be functional but provide an enjoyable experience for diners presents a number of issues. With thought and planning it is possible to overcome these and lead your establishment to success. Seating The most important thing to consider at the start of drawing up table and seating plans is what type […]
The Importance of Commercial Property Maintenance
Staying on top of any and all property maintenance for your business establishment is a highly important task, helping to ensure the safety and happiness of your patrons and employees alike. Prioritising the maintenance of essential utilities within your workplace, such as breakrooms, bathrooms, and even air conditioning units is vital for the upkeep and […]
What constitutes good design work?
Defining what constitutes good work in the field of design may seem daunting, as interpretation can be very subjective. However, there are some basic underlying principles that can be applied in seeking to reach a conclusion as to what constitutes good design work. Be complementary Good design should complement the surroundings in which it is […]
The Impact of Colour on Design
Design is made up of different components, and each one is essential in the overall development of the design. Even if the design is a simple one, all components matter such as the colours, shape, balance, form and space. The more concepts that are present, the more interesting and attractive the design becomes. After all, […]
Top Safety Accreditation for Lake Contracts Kick Starts 2017
Alcumus SafeContractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme which recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety management amongst contractors. It is used by thousands of organisations in the UK including SMEs and FTSE 100 companies. Lake Contracts is principally involved in the leisure, hospitality and retail sectors, specialising in interior fit out, bespoke […]