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The Challenge

Candover a leading European private equity house were undertaking a complete re-branding exercise and accordingly wanted to include the design of their existing offices in this process. Candover asked Denton’s to create a new feel to their offices that embraced the new brand image - making the offices more transparent and welcoming for both visitors and staff. Candover had occupied their building for a number of years so Denton’s looked at making better use of the features the building had to offer. We were asked to take a blank canvass approach coming up with the ultimate solution to generate the best possible working environment

What we did

We undertook a complete audit of existing working practices and developed new layouts and designs to create a wholly new environment. Our Designers worked closely with Fin International who were creating the corporate identity to ensure that due respect was paid to the new branding. Approximately 30,000 sqft of space was subsequently stripped out and Denton undertook the phased refurbishment of the entire office space. Time was spent in the planning process to make sure the build was not disruptive to the Candover Staff still occupying the building during the works.

Feedback

The new space has an excellent sense of openness, users are placed much closer to natural light and more space for informal meetings is incorporated with the inclusion of sophisticated breakout areas. There has been exceptional enthusiasm for the new office. The transparent office fronts give the staff a feeling a being ‘part of the firm’. Visitors now enjoy high quality client areas with additional meeting rooms being included.