Whitespace Consultants

Whitespace show you the way …

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:00:40 +0000

Signage is becoming an essential part in office design, not only can it create a great first impression for visiting clients but it’s also a useful tool to direct people around the workplace. Our services include the design, supply and installation of interior and exterior signage, including manifestation and wall signs. As part of our design process we will supply you with computer generated visualisations showing you how your signage will look in situ so that you can make sure the size, colours etc… are correct before anything is made. Working closely with you we’ll ensure you have the right solution to match your company’s image.

Building Regulations

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:59:59 +0000

Some of the projects we undertake require building regulation approval. Building regulation approval should not to be confused with planning permission. Building regulations cover:

Structure
Fire safety
Site preparation and resistance to moisture
Toxic substances
Resistance to the passage of sound
Ventilation
Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency
Drainage and waste disposal
Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems
Protection from falling, collision and impact
Conservation of fuel and power
Access to and use of buildings
Glazing – safety in relation to impact, opening and cleaning
Electrical safety

Whitespace will provide drawings, specifications and liaise with building control for building regulation approval. This in-house service is essential in providing you with the ability to meet all current legislation without having to involve a long list of advisers. Our design team will work with you to ensure that all of our designs comply with all of the required guidelines.

Dilapidation Services

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:00:21 +0000

Most tenants will have dilapidation responsibilities when leaving their current office space. This would entail returning the property to its original state, making good any alterations that were made during the tenant’s occupation of the premises and repairing any damage that may have occurred.

Whitespace offer a complete dilapidation service, ensuring that all works carried out are of an acceptable standard, returning the premises back to their original state in no time. From minor works to the full package, we will bring the premises back to a condition that is acceptable to the landlord at the end of the lease agreement.

Things are looking up!

admin — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 10:58:21 +0000

Running out of floor space? Look up … If you have unused headroom you can take advantage of the space by installing a mezzanine floor. Mezzanine floors are one of the most cost effective methods that an organisation can choose when extra space is required. Whether it is extra office space, storage or additional warehousing you require, and you have the available headroom a mezzanine floor is the ideal solution. After an initial detailed survey we can demonstrate how to make the most of your existing space. We can then supply and install a custom design to suit your exact needs and budget. Mezzanine floors are versatile and can be integrated into all types of warehouses, offices and other industrial premises.

To transform your space without the need to relocate give Whitespace a call.

Flexible space at a moments notice …

admin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:00:12 +0000

Moveable walls are the perfect solution to making the most of your office space; they offer flexibility to have one large room or a number of smaller rooms, ideal for conference suites. Partitions can be tailored to fit your space, ideal for transforming space to suit changing needs. So, whether you want to host more than one function in a room at the same time or divide an office or classroom, moveable walls could be the answer. The partitions can be made sound proof, meaning totally different events can be held in adjacent rooms at the same time. We can design in a range of moveable walls finished in toughened glass, fabric, melamine etc.., providing the ideal solution to suit your needs and budget. A moveable wall can provide the ultimate flexibility at a moment’s notice, ensuring you make the most of your space.

An ideal platform for your business.

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:30:31 +0000

As part of our office refurbishment and fit-out services we can supply and install raised access flooring, allowing power, telecoms and data to be delivered exactly where you want them. A well designed raised access floor is the perfect solution for any flexible workplace. Whether it’s for commercial offices, IT suites, schools and university buildings there is a raised access flooring system to suit your needs.

When specifying a raised access floor, we always take in to account traffic, load bearing and of course how it will incorporate in to the rest of the workspace. With removable panels cables and / or piping can be accessed quickly for modifications and / or servicing. At Whitespace we can design and install all your raised access flooring requirements, from single access panels to bespoke finishes.

Perfect posture for kids…

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:19:07 +0000

The first one piece classroom chair which is fully certified to EN1729 parts 1 and 2. Manufactured from ‘high impact’ polypropylene, it’s ergonomic design corrects children’s posture and helps maintain a healthy spine. It’s superior strength ensures it can withstand the toughest of environments, whilst it’s lightweight feel enables it to be portable and stackable of up to 12 high when not in use.

Normally available from stock in a range of colours and sizes, give Whitespace a call for a no obligation quote.

On the move?

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:10:46 +0000

Moving office isn’t always as straightforward as it seems, we understand that staff downtime needs to be kept to a minimum and that the smooth running of your business isn’t affected. At Whitespace when a client employs our services to relocate their office, not only can we provide full building surveys, storage audits, space planning, a complete fit-out service, supply and installation of furniture we can also organise the actual move.

We understand that careful planning and a professional and systematic approach are vital when implementing all aspects of an office move. That’s why we provide a dedicated service to ensure your move is carried out efficiently, within budget and with minimum disruption to your business.

Our experienced Moves Management team will be responsible for all aspects of your move. We will ensure that the move is completed within a specified time-frame, out of hours if necessary to minimise office downtime. We will coordinate everything from providing full moves management drawings, the supply of crates right down to assigning a moves supervisor to be on site overseeing the actual move, giving you one point of contact throughout. For a stress free office move give Whitespace a call.

Are you ’switched’ on to workplace lighting regulations?

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:33:04 +0000

Good office lighting is important, more so for staff who use computers for most of their working day. Workplace Health and Safety Regulations state that every office should have suitable and sufficient lighting, and that it should as far as possible be by natural light.

Suitable lighting will not only enhance your workplace it will also have a significant effect on how your staff feel and can have an impact on how they perform. The main considerations we take in to account when specifying lighting:

Maximum provision of natural daylight.
Avoidance of fluorescent lighting where possible.
Maximum control by individual workers of ambient lighting.
Avoidance of dazzle and glare.
Suitable positioning of light switches.

We are finding that the trend in office lighting is to design around specific workspaces. When planning the Whitespace office we introduced customized lighting to individual work areas, so instead of evenly spaced uniform fixtures on every few feet of ceiling, well-spaced tailored lighting was introduced, providing ambient lighting to workplaces.

We can advise, design and install all your office lighting needs, ensuring it matches recommended lux levels and complies with current Health and Safety Regulations. So, don’t be left in the dark, give Whitespace a call …

Always a step ahead …

admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:17:46 +0000

When it comes to choosing the right flooring for your workplace, we understand that the look of the floor, although important, it is not the main consideration. The flooring also needs to be hard wearing, practical and safe. That’s why as part of our initial survey of your premises we would ask about foot traffic and usage, so that we can suggest the correct floor finish for your needs. Whatever your requirements Whitespace can supply and install a floor finish to suit each and every area of your workplace, from an impressive hard wearing reception floor covering to a slip resistant, easy clean vinyl finish for toilets and kitchen areas. A mixture of floor finishes can be used to create feature areas within your workplace, simply by using a combination of carpet and hard wearing laminate you can identify a break out area within your existing office space without building walls or barriers.

You can be assured that our design team will incorporate the correct floor finish to compliment the end design, ensuring the whole look and feel of your workplace is finished to the highest standard.