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  1. What is an office fit out?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  2. How much does an office fit out cost?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  3. How do you design an office building?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  4. What is a CAT A fit out?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  5. What is a CAT B fit out?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  6. Do I need to brief for an office design & build?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  7. How to encourage people back into the office<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n
  8. How to finance your office fit out<\/a><\/li>\r\n \r\n <\/ol>\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n
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    1. What is an office fit out?<\/h4>\n

      An office fit out refers to the process of designing and furnishing a workspace to meet the specific needs and requirements of a business or organisation.<\/span><\/p>\n

      It involves transforming an empty or existing office space into a functional and well-organised environment that promotes productivity, collaboration, and reflects the company’s brand and culture. An office fit out and refurbishment typically includes various aspects such as space planning, interior design, installation of furniture, partitioning, electrical and data cabling, lighting, flooring, and other necessary infrastructure. It aims to optimise the use of space, enhance employee wellbeing, and create a professional and inspiring working environment.<\/span>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    2. How much does an office fit out cost?<\/h4>\n

      While there is no concrete answer to this question as there are too many variables to make it possible to provide fixed numbers.\u00a0 Later in this list we examine the difference between Cat A and Cat B fit-out; the more common being Cat B (or tenant fit-out).\u00a0 If we focus on that, there are a few rough guides which can help in setting a budget for your project, the first is that your office fit-out will cost the equivalent of 12 months rent.\u00a0 If we take into consideration the size and scope of a project, your office fit out could cost anywhere from Approx \u00a370 \/sq ft to \u00a3140 \/ sq ft. Variables that affect this include: Dilapidation and strip-out work, construction, amount of partitioning & glazing, Air conditioning & fresh air package, electrical & lighting, the furniture you choose, AV and IT, security.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    3. How do you design an office building?<\/h4>\n

      Here are 6 ways to make your office more sustainable:<\/span><\/p>\n

      Building Management Systems (BMS) and Smart Buildings \u2013 Computer-based systems that control, monitor and regulate electrical and mechanical equipment. Put simply; monitoring occupancy means that when spaces are not in use the heating\/colling, lighting & power don\u2019t need to be on \u2013 minimising the energy footprint.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Waste stations \u2013 Easily accessible waste stations encourage people to dispose of waste responsibly, as it\u2019s less hassle to do so.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Electric vehicle (EV) charging points \u2013 EVs have become more popular over the last decade, make sure to provide charging points for your team!<\/span><\/p>\n

      Circularity\u00a0 furniture \u2013 Could some of your furniture be \u2018second life\u2019?\u00a0 We can work with you to source the highest quality products which are designed from the outset to have a second life.\u00a0 And if you are having to dispose of\u00a0 redundant furniture, we can assist in putting it into the circular economy, to give it a new lease of life and recycle it instead!<\/span><\/p>\n

      Natural light \u2013 More natural light = less energy used for lighting! It also helps boost serotonin levels, a win-win.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Get certified \u2013 While voluntary, a certification helps keep your business on the straight and narrow.\u00a0 Schemes such as WELL, SKA or BREEAM set a high bar but also make a clear declaration about your organisation\u2019s commitment to better Earth Stewardship.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Want some more detail on these sustainability pillars? <\/span>Click here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    4. What is a CAT A fit out?<\/b><\/h4>\n

      The category A (Cat A) fit-out is usually undertaken for the landlord or building owner. The main objective for this type of fit-out is to remediate anything left by a previous occupant, and to prepare the space for market \u2013 increasing its appeal to any prospective tenant.<\/span><\/p>\n

      CAT A scope of work generally includes:<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 The installation of mechanical and electrical services (but generally only to a minimal level)<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 The installation of new air conditioning systems (but not always fresh air systems)<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Raised access floors and ceilings<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Basic fire detection & sounders\/intruder alarm systems<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 General decoration to the perimeter walls<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Floor coverings<\/span><\/p>\n

      Learn more <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    5. What is a CAT B fit out?<\/b><\/h4>\n

      A CAT B fit-out describes all works required to take the blank canvas of any prospective space and make it fit the needs, aspirations and personality of the tenant\u2019s organisation. It\u2019s the dash of personality every business needs to make their building their own.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      This means that CAT B includes (but isn\u2019t limited to):<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Installation of partitioning, glazing and internal joinery<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Adjustments to mechanical & electrical services to suit layout changes (e.g. air conditioning, lighting & switches)<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Installation of data cabling and floor boxes<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Ceiling details\/bulkhead designs<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Feature lighting<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Custom branded decoration\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Graphics to walls, ceilings & floors, and glazing<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Floor coverings<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 IT & audio-visual equipment<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Window blinds<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Custom joinery \u2013 reception desks, kitchens, break-out bars etc<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Storage wall and lockers<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 All loose furniture\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Illuminated signage<\/span><\/p>\n

      Learn more <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    6. Do I need to brief for an office design & build?<\/h4>\n

      If you are inviting office fit-out companies to provide designs and ideas for your office project you will need to provide as much information as is relevant. Typically this will include the headcount (an org chart is always useful). It\u2019s great if this can be broken down into those who work from the office and those who are remote, and a bit more detail on your organisations pattern of hybrid working.The pattern of meetings is useful to know; how many, how long, number of attendees etc. And do you host external visitors or, customers.<\/p>\n

      It is always good to have a grand vision for the project too \u2013 a stretch goal to work towards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    7. How to encourage people back into the office<\/h4>\n

      While companies in some industries are mandating that staff return to a 5 day week in the office, hybrid working has become accepted as an effective new norm for many organisations. If you are one of those organisations, you need to ensure that your office is somewhere that people want to work, a space that provides them everything they need to thrive. Consider:<\/p>\n

      – Are all aspects of the users\u2019 day more than adequately supported in the workplace?<\/p>\n

      – Canvass the staff to find out what changes could be made that would enhance their sense of effectiveness and wellbeing.<\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Solo Work – Focused working zones, such as pods<\/p>\n

      – Togetherness – Collaborative working zones, with comfortable seating areas for vibrant group activity (working and socialising)<\/p>\n

      – Boost natural light levels, as this triggers happiness chemicals in the brain<\/p>\n

      – Bring nature inside \u2013 Use minerals and textures, and green zones to increase oxygen levels and reduce stress levels<\/p>\n

      – Create a more efficient office layout. Nobody wants to work somewhere that\u2019s frustrating to navigate!<\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n \r\n

    8. How to finance your office fit out<\/h4>\n

      Historically an office refurbishment or fit-out is a large lump of capital which is provisioned in the accounts and written off as an expense over a set period. This is not a particularly tax effective way to approach it, but in the past there were very few other options. However, you don\u2019t have to use valuable cash or bank facilities to finance your office fit out should you no longer wish.<\/p>\n

      Instead of tying up large sums of capital, many organisations opt to use a lease facility, instead. Leasing is tax efficient and a cost-effective method of achieving your ideal workspace whilst retaining capital in your business.Financing your office fit out in this way allows you to:<\/p>\n

      – Retain valuable cash<\/p>\n

      – Maximise cash flow. No large deposit needed as the funding can be 100%<\/p>\n

      – Receive 100% tax relief on the whole project, many times it can work out cheaper than using cash<\/p>\n

      – Get your office project moving quicker<\/p>\n

      – Pay as you use your new facility<\/p>\n

      – Make fast decisions<\/p>\n

      – Relax your budget, allowing you to get the look and feel you want<\/p>\n

      –\u00a0 Retain existing credit lines<\/p>\n

      Want to talk finance? Get in touch with our specialists <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\r\n \r\n <\/ol>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nOffice Fit Out And Refurbishment | FAQs | Rhino<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Office fit out and refurbishment from design specialists Rhino Interiors. 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