Office Refurbishment
Office refurbishments and complete Cat A and Cat B fit-outs, creating productive, modern workspaces across Stockport and the North West.
At a Glance: Office Refurbishment
- Typical project value: £20,000 to £100,000
- Typical timeline: 6 to 16 weeks
- Planning permission: Depends on works (change of use and external alterations usually require it)
- Areas covered: Stockport, Manchester, Cheshire
- Free site survey: Yes
Workspaces That Perform
Your office environment directly impacts productivity, staff retention, and first impressions. We refurbish and fit out existing premises, from Cat A base build finishes through to complete Cat B workplace fit-outs.
Discuss Your Office Project
Fit-Out Categories
Understanding the different levels of office fit-out helps you choose the right scope for your project.
Base Build Finish
- Raised access flooring
- Suspended ceiling grid
- Basic M&E distribution
- Fire alarm and sprinklers
- Toilet core and lobbies
The blank canvas, ready for a tenant to add their own Cat B fit-out.
Workplace Fit-Out
- Partitions and meeting rooms
- Reception and breakout areas
- Kitchenette and welfare
- AV and data cabling
- Branding and signage
The complete workspace, designed and built to reflect your brand and workflow.
Occupied Office Refurbishment
- Strip-out and alterations
- Suspended ceiling replacement
- LED lighting upgrades
- New flooring and decoration
- Phased works around your team
A refresh of your current space, delivered floor by floor so the office keeps running.
Workplace Features
Modern offices need more than desks and chairs. We build features that attract talent and boost productivity.
Acoustic Pods
Sound-isolated meeting pods and phone booths for focused work and private conversations.
Breakout Spaces
Informal collaboration areas, kitchenettes, and social zones that encourage creativity and wellbeing.
Smart Infrastructure
Cat6a cabling, wireless access points, AV integration, and Smart building controls throughout.
Biophilic Design
Living walls, natural materials, and daylight optimisation, proven to improve wellbeing and productivity.
DDA Compliance
Fully accessible offices with DDA-compliant entrances, lifts, accessible WCs, and wayfinding signage.
Access Control
Key fob entry systems, CCTV integration, intruder alarms, and secure server room construction.
Energy-Efficient Offices
With rising energy costs and ESG commitments, modern offices must be energy efficient. We incorporate sustainable design as standard:
Office Refurbishment FAQs
Can you fit out an office while we're still working in the building?
Yes, we regularly carry out phased fit-outs in occupied buildings. We work floor by floor or zone by zone to minimise disruption, with temporary hoarding and out-of-hours working where needed.
What's the difference between Cat A and Cat B?
Cat A is the landlord's base specification, raised floors, suspended ceilings, basic M&E. Cat B is the tenant's workplace fit-out, partitions, reception, kitchen, meeting rooms, branding, and everything that makes the space yours.
How long does a typical office fit-out take?
A Cat B fit-out of a typical 5,000 sq ft office takes 6 to 10 weeks. Larger or more complex projects with bespoke joinery, AV systems, and server rooms take 12 to 16 weeks. We always provide a detailed programme at tender stage.
Do you provide furniture and IT?
We don't supply furniture or IT directly, but we work closely with furniture dealers and IT contractors to ensure the build is coordinated with furniture delivery and data/power provisioning.