ADSN’s new build was a warehouse shell with an existing mezzanine and staircase, requiring a comprehensive Cat B fit out. As a growing business, ADSN needed space that balanced extensive warehouse storage with functional office areas. The project scope included:

• Open-plan office with adequate workspace for 12 desks
• Director’s private office
• Meeting room with storage and seating for up to six people
• Fire-rated partition walls for safety and zoning
• Functional and compact kitchen space
• DDA-compliant, unisex WC

JBH designed a modern office layout with both open-plan and private spaces, using fire-rated partition walls to create safe routes and enclosed areas:

• Open-plan office: spaciously configured for 12 desks
• Director’s office: private and enclosed, with added storage
• Meeting room: comfortable seating for six people

A corridor and enclosed stairwell were added to meet fire regulations, enhancing safety while maintaining a clean, cohesive design. The flooring used throughout was carpeting made from sustainable whole lifecycle, recyclable materials, aligning with ADSN’s commitment to environmentally friendly practices.

HVAC: JBH installed a Fujitsu mini VRF system with individual climate control, ensuring comfort and efficiency in each office area.

Electrical: The distribution units were upgraded to meet the power demands of the new layout, including lighting, HVAC, and data connections.

Energy Efficiency: PIR sensors were installed to automatically switch off lighting in unoccupied areas, saving energy. Recessed LED lighting in the suspended ceiling provided even, natural light to reduce eye strain while supporting the company’s sustainability policy.

Fire-rated partition walls and doors created clear, safe exit routes, while glazed viewing windows offered visibility over the main storage area, balancing safety with functionality.

To meet fire regulations within the warehouse’s high ceilings, JBH temporarily removed and reinstalled the metal staircase, allowing for precise installation at elevated levels. A bulkhead detail was created around a fixed window upstairs to ensure that natural light was not obstructed by the suspended ceiling.

On the ground floor, JBH installed a simple, functional kitchen with blue cabinets and a white countertop, complemented by essential plumbing and electrics. Off the foyer, a DDA-compliant unisex WC with vinyl cap-and-cove flooring was added, designed for hygiene and ease of maintenance.

The completed Cat B fitout provided ADSN with a flexible, efficient, and sustainable workspace, supporting their growing operations while maintaining their commitment to eco-friendly practices. The project was delivered on time within the eight-week schedule, enabling a smooth transition and continued operational consistency for ADSN Solutions Limited.

Our engagement within the Ashford office fit out project began with a site survey. We assessed the space and discussed the client’s requirements. They were very clear that this was to be the flagship workspace within the Tony Gee Group that represented a hybrid and collaborative environment that was welcoming and enjoyable to work within.

Although there was significant space to work with, the floorplan had to be carefully manipulated to fit the following criteria:

• 44 workstations.
• Storage facilities.
• Waiting area for guests with no reception desk.
• Breakout space for collaboration and hybrid workers.
• Flexible meeting room with moving partitions.
• Large kitchen for informal company meetings, everyday use and entertainment, with seating for 20+ people.
• Small meeting room.

For the office design, the brief was to incorporate the Tony Gee brand hues, but not extensively use the logo and branding. As a progressive business with a clear environmental message, they wanted to incorporate biophilic design features and natural finishes.

As part of the tender process, we delivered a range of designs that met the brief. These included 3D renders and 2D floor plans, which you can view in the images below.

While we created multiple zones within the office space, we wanted to maintain the open plan feel and deliver a seamless flow. To do this we used a range of partitions, lighting, different floor finishes and furniture.

The main colour pallet of the design was accents of the Tony Gee brand hues, natural wood, and dark green, which draws in the biophilic design that was hugely important to the client.

You will note, that we used subtle accents of green in the carpet weave, on the entrance wall, the LED lights and within the kitchen design.

As for the brand’s red, we bring your attention to the bespoke artwork along one wall of the main office and the red soft furnishes. This was an effective means of subtly drawing in the Tony Gee brand hues without it being overpowering.

When welcoming guests to a workplace, you need a professional and welcoming entrance. In this scenario, we believed it was important that the main workspace was separated from the entrance. This meant the staff would not always be on show and visitors were not intimidated by entering the large open plan space.

To maintain a seamless flow, we chose not to enclose the waiting area. Instead, we placed a partition wall adjacent to the entrance to shield the workforce. This was clad with Scandinavian-style wooden slatswith integrated lighting and a moss wall. The clad wall was finished with a small acrylic raised Tony Gee logo.

We zoned the area with comfort seating and suspended acoustic fabric screens that featured a die cut pattern.

Beyond the Scandi-clad partition entrance is an open plan and light space that Tony Gee staff can work independently or collaboratively. We’ve installed a collection of furniture to support a full-time and hybrid workforce.

Moving on to the main open plan office, the brief required enough workstations for 44 staff, plus hybrid and collaborative spaces. For the available space, we had to specify smaller desks to avoid overcrowding the area with unnecessary large furniture. By maximising the floor space, we had room for two booths, which are ideal for Tony Gee’s hybrid workforce.

As well as the main office furnishings – desks and booths – we provided metal framed shelving to accommodate planting, which would be supplied by a biophilic design specialist.

At the point of photographing the project, the client was undecided on the chairs, as it is such a personal and important decision. Choosing the correct office chair is essential to good back health and posture, so it is not a decision to be taken lightly.

When designing the lighting for a large open place office space, you need to consider the desired ambience.

For this Ashford office fit out, the space came equipped with LED lights within the suspended ceiling. These are ideal for evenly lighting the main office area. In addition to LED lights, we installed suspended linear lights and downlighters on the pillars between the windows. This combination of space and soft lighting complement one another and provide flexibility.

Sufficient storage is essential in any busy office, so we inbuilt a range of cupboards and open shelving where the staff could easily access stationery and files. For personal belongings and confidential documents, we separately installed lockers, which were finished in red and grey to complement the colour palette.

Inconspicuously, tucked away at the Tony Gee office is a large open plan kitchen with enough seating for 22 people and plenty of floor space.

The kitchen was a core area for Tony Gee, who wanted somewhere for everyday use and an informal space for large meetings, company social events and celebrations.

To depict this as the social zone, we used a palette of calming colours. The simple pop of dark green behind the white kitchen units, with LED lighting, do a great job of delivering a warm and welcoming vibe.

We adore the green bell pendants, which not only bring additional accents of the dark green but are also made of sustainable acoustic fabric. So, they not only look fantastic, but reduce noise reverberations too.

Offsetting the green are the mustard yellow seats and natural wooden floor, which bring in elements of nature and complement the office’s biophilia.

Flexibility was key to designing the meeting rooms at Tony Gee in Ashford. They wanted a large meeting room that could be easily divided into two smaller spaces. Our solution was to install a partition folding wall in the centre. This partition wall has acoustic properties, and the bi-fold doors are effortless to manoeuvre.

The crittall glazed partitions with their dark frames house the meeting spaces and further enhance the styling of this flagship office fit out. Furthermore, the glazing allows an abundance of natural light from the full height windows to flood through the meeting rooms and into the kitchen.

An additional, smaller meeting room is located next to the entrance, which is ideal for visitor meetings and to avoid disturbing the wider team.

As part of their UK expansion, Severn Trent contracted JBH Refurbishments to complete the office design and build for their new facility in Canterbury, Kent.

Their new premises marks the first Kent-based operation for Severn Trent. Traditionally, the water and sewage company’s core service area has been across central strip of England and Wales, stretching from Humberside and East Midlands to Bristol and Central Wales.

JBH Refurbishments was delighted to deliver the commercial fit out to support Severn Trent’s growing team in Kent.

The purpose-built commercial unit in Canterbury presented an entirely blank space for Severn Trent, one that the company could make their own.

Upon the initial site survey, the property had an existing mezzanine floor, stairwell, aluminium handrails and a ground floor washroom.

While Severn Trent wanted to maintain a substantial amount of warehouse space, they also required a professional office space within the property. Therefore we proposed to design and build the following:

• Open plan office space
• Breakout area
• Kitchen
• Meeting room
• Storage facility with plumbing for washing machine

This layout would not only serve their needs now, but also support their growing team in the future.

With the mezzanine floor already in place, this provided the footprint for a two-storey office fit out.

Working the client, we discussed the best use of the space to meet their needs.

Ground Floor

It was decided that on the ground floor we would:

• Fit out the existing unisex washroom
• Introduce a storage area with the built in washing machine
• Create a professional boardroom

First Floor

To the first floor, we specified an open plan space with:

• Fitted kitchen
• Desks and workstations
• Breakout space with a half-height partition wall

Separating the office space to the warehouse area, we designed a partition wall with integrated fire proof glazing to the first storey. The glazed windows would allow an uncompromising view from the office to the warehouse below.

Severn Trent opted for a simple interior design, with white walls, grey carpet in the main office areas, vinyl flooring in the kitchen, washroom and storage area and an exposed HVAC system to maintain the industrial look.

To introduce colour within the office design, we used Severn Trent’s brand hues (blue and green) for the chairs and the kitchen splash back.

As part of our office design and layout service, we specified furniture to compliment the styling and size of the development. Severn Trent wanted functional and quality furniture, so we specified and installed the following:

• White desks and drawers
• Blue desk partitions
• Black chairs in the main office
• Blue chairs in the breakout space and a round table
• Green chairs in the meeting room
• Media cabinet in the meeting room
• Bespoke meeting table with oak top and cable access

During the first phase of this Kent commercial fit out, the focus was on ensuring each floor had adequate plumbing, electrics, data and HVAC.

Plumbing

The plumbing and drainage pipework for the kitchen was run from the washroom directly below. We took the cold water feed and fitted an under sink water heater for hot water in the kitchen. Further pipework was run from the washroom for the washing machine water supply and drainage.

Electrics

The electrical installation was designed to future proof the fit out. For the first fix, we ran power and data cabling throughout the development, and ensured adequate supply for the HVAC and fire safety systems.

Rather than integrate the cabling within the walls, we used wall-mounted trunking. This will allow the easy addition of sockets for additional electrical equipment or workstations in the future.

We fitted surface mounted LED lights throughout the development, which are energy saving and provide natural bright light.

HVAC

For all-season heating and cooling, we fitted a Daikin multi-split system. The outdoor condenser unit serves indoor ceiling cassettes in the main office and ground floor meeting room. The HVAC system, pipework and vents remained exposed throughout the development, giving an industrial finish.

To separate the main warehouse from the office space, we installed stud partitions walls, with integrated fire doors.

To the first floor and meeting room, we fitted fire rated glazed windows to enhance the natural light within the office and provide a view of the warehouse.

Every office needs a fully functioning kitchen, especially when they are in remote locations like this. Keeping to the design scheme, we fitted white gloss units, a black worktop and royal blue splashbacks.

The development of Severn Trent’s commercial fit out in Canterbury was completed in 8 weeks.

The project was not without its challenges; early on there was a set back with the landlord’s permissions. However, we were able to quickly adapt the programme and ensure the project remained on track and could be delivered in the required time frame.

The JBH project team are delighted with the end result and the impeccable finish we achieved.

The team at JBH Refurbishments completed the commercial refurbishment in Tonbridge, Kent for two properties occupied by Kentec Tool Hire and Training in just 8 weeks!

Kentec contacted the team at JBH Refurbishments as they prepared to move their entire tool hire operation across the road to make way for an all-new contemporary office space, equipped with a virtual studio, meeting rooms and an open plan office.

This was a commercial refurbishment that:

• Spanned across two sites
• Required temporary office space
• Had a tight time frame of just eight weeks!

Kentec is a multi-discipline company offering plant, tool and equipment hire, training and safety products.

Based in Tonbridge, the company’s location offers direct train links to London and the wider Kent region. With such great access routes, their training facility and tool hire has proven an attractive solution to a large client base across the construction, industrial and domestic sectors for more than 30 years.

Up until now, Kentec’s tool hire was located across the street to their training facility. Having two separate locations for customers was not ideal. So, when the opportunity arose to occupy the ground floor below the training centre, Kentec was quick to acquire the space.

This all happened at time that Kentec was undergoing a period of expansion. Therefore, the management team chose to keep the lease on the outgoing tool hire facility, with the vision of creating a state-of-the-art office space with a virtual studio, open plan office, conference room and unisex washrooms.

Kentec selected JBH Refurbishments as their fit-out contractor to complete the work on both properties. They needed both sites to be open and operational in just 8 weeks!

Here is the site before we started.

Ahead of work commencing on site, we worked with Kentec to create a design scheme and layout for their all new open plan office. As well as drawing up 2D designs, we provided 3D visual to help the client really understand the end result. Using the visuals, they could make adjustments to the office design scheme, furnishings and fittings.

Ensuring that Kentec could stay open and full operational was critical. Every phase of the Kentec commercial refurbishment had to be carefully orchestrated.

To ensure the project met its tight eight-week lead-time, Kentec relocated their office and admin staff to the training centre. This meant that our team and various trades could quickly change sites at various phases in the fit out.

The first phase of this commercial refurbishment focussed on the new tool hire.

With the majority of Kentec’s workforce overhead in the training centre on the first floor, our team had to be courteous of noise and disruption throughout the tool hire fit out. We worked with Kentec to ensure that noise was kept to minimum during particularly busy periods.

We used temporary hoarding to provide a walkway for the office staff to access upstairs.

Once the new tool hire was complete, it was time for phase two of the Kentec commercial refurbishment.

Phase two was to transform the old tool hire facility to a state-of-the-art workspace for their managerial and admin staff.

We began with a full strip out of the space, removing all fixtures and fittings. We then adapted the layout to accommodate the following zones:

• Open plan office
• Conference room with a seating capacity of 8
• Partitioned department for finance
• 1 management office
• Tea point
• Staff unisex toilet x 2
• Reception
• Virtual training room was next door to the conference room

Once the layout had been mapped out, we began the fit out.

As per the original brief, the JBH team installed:

• Glazed office partitions to create the management offices and virtual training room.
• Low level partitions in the open plan office to define zones, but maintain the sense of space.
• New unisex washrooms were fitted with slick grey boxed panelling and white sanitary-ware.
• Bespoke reception desk, complete with a backlit sign.
• Tea point in the main office with charcoal grey gloss units

Through regular communications with the Kentec team, the brief for the office fit out evolved as the client witnessed the development first hand. This meant, that we were able to make some valuable design and function alterations to improve on the look and functionality of the space, such as:

The HVAC system was not part of the original brief. However, it became apparent during the process, that the existing system was archaic. Although, the decision to replace the HVAC involved added expense and a slight time delay, it would offer a sustainable and economical solution in the long term.

For Kentec’s office fit out, we recommended a Daikin VAM-J8 heat reclaim ventilation system, which was coupled with inline battery heaters. This system would provide both heating and cooling solutions.

Originally, the client had specified a plain grey carpet throughout the office interior. However, having seen the voluminous area, we suggested using a block pattern using different shades of grey. This would add a design feature to this large space. It’s a real wow factor that did not cost any more than the original request and only took a fraction of extra time to lay.

To ensure Kentec’s management team were happy with our suggestion, we mocked up some 3D designs beforehand. They were prompt to approve the idea and delighted with the results.

To further distinguish the reception and provide a framed-effect, it was decided that we would install a bulkhead over the reception desk. We installed spotlights above the reception counter and an access door, which helped to define the space for visitors.

This was an office fit out that spanned two large premises, occupied a sizable workforce, involved some major modifications to the original brief and had a tight lead time. While the project posed some challenges, the JBH team managed to deliver a sleek and ergonomic commercial refurbishment on time. Kentec’s team were thrilled with the result and we are please to add another successful multi-site commercial refurbishment to our portfolio.

Kentec Group Managing Director, Steve Booker said, “The team at JBH Refurbishments recently completed two projects for the Kentec Group, with the creation of new administration offices for its Training Division and the relocation of their Tool Hire Division to a new 5500sq/ft premises. These projects involved the creation of new purpose made offices, meeting rooms, virtual studio, trade counter and reception areas.

“Working across the two sites in Tonbridge, we were impressed by the excellent communication and approach from the onsite team. James, our designated site manager was especially good at keeping us up to date with the progress of the project to ensure they stayed on track and the end result was finished to a high standard.

“While the work on the training administration offices was underway, Kentec’s office staff temporarily moved to the upstairs of our building. Throughout this time, the JBH team were very courteous when it came to noise during busy periods, which was much appreciated by our staff.

“We honestly could not fault any of the team onsite. From the floor layers and decorators to the electricians and ceiling fixers, they were professional and personable throughout the project.

“Both sites are now open and fully operational, and we are very proud of our new trade counter, open plan office, meeting spaces, and virtual training studio. The finished projects look professional and welcoming to our customers, visitors, and staff. As a result, we would not hesitate to recommend JBH Refurbishments.”

Hospital Records office refurbishment was a classic example of how companies are adapting their workspace to become Covid-Safe and cater for a new way of working. Read on to discover how JBH Refurbishments transformed the space with office partitioning and minor construction work.

Hospital Records is a long-established independent record label, specialising in drum and base music. Since the mid 90’s, Hospital Records has grown considerably and today the company is a renowned label in the UK’s music industry.

Based in South London, the company’s office has always been a creative hub for their employees and artists. It’s a place for recording music, producing their regular podcasts and broadcasting their radio show. However, the Covid-19 pandemic put the brakes on their face-to-face collaborations for more than 18 months.

The work-from-home culture, coupled with social distancing measures heavily impacted on the business activity. So did external changes to the events industry. With festivals and live music venues closed until further notice, artists and fans were unable to engage in their passion for Dance music.

Consequently, the company’s directors were forced to re-evaluate their existing office space. They needed to reconfigure the layout to provide enough space for social distancing in the office. Plus, a a space where they could safely welcome external visitors without putting their office staff at risk.

If they could introduce a soundproof music studio, they could continue to record podcasts and their radio show, as well as stream live performances from their artists online. This would ensure the fans were still engaged with their music while concerts and festivals were closed.

When Hospital Records contacted JBH Refurbishments, they had already decided the officed needed a full rethink. The question was: how?

The Hospital Records office in London was an open plan space featuring workspaces and an open recording studio. Towards the end of the office was a sizable WC and shower room, which was rarely utilised.

The open plan space that was once a hive of activity became impractical when Covid-19 pandemic reared its unwelcoming force. The work-from-home culture meant the company had to change their working arrangements. Furthermore, social distancing policies meant that the existing office proportions and layout were beyond practical.

Hospital Records were clear in their brief. They wanted to:

1. Optimise their office layout to provide more space between desks and enable their staff to come back to work safely.
2. Create a dedicated recording studio for DJs and guest artists. The studio had to be separate to the main office to prevent mixing and to provide a professional space for recording and broadcasting.
3. Introduce a meeting room for flexible working and creative decision making.

Upon inspection JBH Refurbishments could see enormous potential. While there was adequate floor space it was not being used to its full capacity.

JBH Refurbishments proposed some moderate building works to remove the WC and shower room. This would provide more desk space within the main office area.

To create a bespoke studio space, JBH devised an office partitioning system that would separate the open plan office and studio, while providing a soundproof solution.

In order to retain the impression of space and natural light, the partition walls, that face the open office, would feature a mirror-effect solar vinyl. Furthermore, the partitions were specified with acoustic properties and integrated blinds to reduce the impact of increased recording and broadcasting activity on the on the office team.

Finally, the all-new meeting room was located next to the pre-existing kitchen. This would enable quick access to drinks and beverages for visitors and in-house meetings.

The Hospital Records office refurbishment London started during the late stages of the 2021 lockdown. At that time, it was still unclear whether restrictions would be eased. Not ones to take any chances, the Directors at Hospital Records continued with their plans for Covid-safe office refurbishment.

The construction and project management team at JBH took every precaution to ensure Covid-19 guidelines were followed. Wearing masks, testing and frequent sanitation have been routine measures for us since the pandemic began, and will continue to be for the foreseeable future.

The fit out itself was very straight forward. The team at JBH completed the strip out of the WC and shower room and made good the area, followed by full decoration.

The glass office partitions were installed to create the studio. These featured integrated blind for privacy when required. To finish, the mirror-effect solar vinyl was seamlessly fitted to the office facia. Inside and around the studio JBH decorated the area in trade white paint.

Next came the meeting room. Glass office partitioning was installed, encasing one corner of the office. The glass was finished with a frosted vinyl featuring Hospital Record’s iconic logo and its successive brands.

The Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent work-from-home policy forced us to re-evaluate our office use. After consultation with our team, we took the decision to make changes to the space, making it more suitable for flexible working and creative decision making.

JBH refurbishments were brought in to complete the following projects for the company:

• Installation of a single glazed meeting room
• Installation of a soundproof double glazed streaming & performance room.
• Removal of a W/C Area, replacing with more desk space.

Callum (Project Manager) was an excellent communicator, delivering the project on time, within budget and to a very high standard. We are extremely pleased with the results and looking forward to using the new spaces they have created.

We would highly recommend JBH refurbishments and will definitely be using them again.

Craig Dawson, Director of Hospital Records Ltd

If you are a company looking to make changes to your office layout and design, you have come to the right place. The JBH Refurbishments team will work your space to create an exceptional London office refurbishment. We are the office refurbishment company that listens, creates and achieves to deliver a workspace right for you.

Call us today on 0333 207 0339 or email us at info@jbhrefurbishments.co.uk

There are many benefits to an office partitioning installation that can improve the flow within your workplace. Some include:

• Dividing an office space for individual departments
• Create meeting spaces and breakout rooms
• Providing a quiet office for management

That’s right office partitioning is a quick and easy solution to solving your office design and layout concerns.

Office partitioning certainly proved to be the best solution for I&A Communications in Hoo, near Rochester.

As a company after our own hearts, they knew the benefits of converting an industrial unit to office space. Having found the ideal industrial unit for the conversion, I&A Communications required the commercial fit out services of JBH Refurbishments to complete the office partitioning installation.

The newly built industrial unit was entirely empty, except for a mezzanine floor and staircase. Upstairs was our focus area. Here, we needed to create a usable office space that was safe in the event of a fire, and provide a large meeting room for visitors.

The office partitioning installation Kent project presented two focus areas:

1. The stairwell to the first floor and downstairs entrance
2. The boardroom within the open-plan office

To ensure the newly built office space met fire safety regulations, our first task was to enclose the stairwell. We needed to build a fully enclosed path from upstairs to the main entrance. This would provide a protected escape passage in an emergency.

Using fire rated materials, our carpenters built a partition wall from floor to ceiling across the upstairs office. This measured approximately 15 metres. Downstairs we installed a small partition wall to provide access to the ground floor fire exit, with the addition of a small suspended ceiling.

To prevent the stairwell appearing overly dark, we fitted fire rated glazed windows within the partition wall, which flooded the area with natural light. The window surrounds matched the oak effect fire doors, which we installed at the top of the stairs. The doors entered the large open plan first floor office from the stairwell.

The spacious first-floor office retained all the contemporary features of the industrial unit. The corrugated metal ceiling and steel frame were left fully exposed when the office partitioning was installed.

The client was keen for the office design and layout to retain its spacious open plan appearance. Yet they required a large and sophisticated meeting area within the space for greeting clients.

The solution was to install frameless glazed partition walls. This would allow the natural light to flow through the office space and retain a bright and airy environment.

Before the office partitioning installation for the meeting room could commence, we needed to build a bulkhead from the pitched ceiling to what would be the top of partition wall.

Our skilled carpenters built the bulkhead across one of the cross beams and horizontal struts to provide a solid framework for the glazed partition walls. To complete the look, we plastered and decorated the bulkhead for a seamless office partitioning installation.

With the bulkhead in place, we were able to fit the glass partition walls. In total we fitted 15 metres of glass office panels. The top of the panels fitted into the bulkhead, while floor rails supported the lower edges. In some areas, we custom cut the glass to fit around the steel beams for a precise fit.

Once the office partitioning was installed, we fitted spot manifestations, to ensure the clear class is fully visible to all of I&A Communications’ staff and visitors.

The end result is a stunning office with a contemporary meeting space that the team at I&A Communications can now enjoy.

If you are looking for an office partitioning installation in Kent, London, Surrey, Sussex or Essex and would like a quote from a reputable fit out contractor, please get in touch with JBH Refurbishments on 0333 207 0339 or drop us an email via our contact form.

We can provide a wide range of office partitioning installation solutions for offices, industrial units, schools, healthcare and retail. From glazed partitions with acoustic properties to folding partitions for a truly flexible space, we have the skills and vision to ensure you receive the best possible installation for your workplace at the best possible price.