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Step-by-step Guide to Planning an Office Fit-out

Fit-out (noun, verb): work carried out by a specialist contractor to make empty interior
spaces (not a building’s structure) such as offices fit for occupation and efficient day-to-day
working.

Clansman Interiors are specialists in office fit-outs. It’s commonly thought that many office
fit-outs are only improvements to working office spaces; however, it also includes
washrooms, reception areas, staircases and stairwells, corridors, basements, indeed any part
of a building’s interior which affects the daily operation of an office.

There are two main types of fit-out:

For property developers: typically includes work on installing suspended ceilings and/or
raised floors, MEP services, internal surface finishings, which is known as a Category A fit-
out.

For tenants: typically includes office, tea prep and break-out area installations, partitioning
and storage installations, meeting and conference room finishings, lobby and reception
areas, supply and installation of office furniture, MEP services, floor coverings, decoration
and joinery, which is referred to as a Category B fit-out.

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Reasons for fitting out an office
There are many reasons why an office fit-out is needed. It could be to create an office that is
fit for purpose for conducting day-to-day business. An office fit-out may be conducted
voluntarily because the business wants to change the office layout to make the best use of
available space and improve working practices. However, sometimes the fit-out is imposed
on the business because the business are having to lease a new office that isn’t currently
suitable.

What are the benefits of an office fit-out?

Once an office has undergone a fit-out, a fit for purpose work environment is created
meaning daily business can be conducted efficiently. Workplace values and norms can be
more enforced through a well designed environment, creating a new and improved
workplace culture for all staff.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals can be met through designing an office that only
utilises recycled materials. Businesses can save money through a well designed fit-out that
creates an energy efficient work space.

A well-designed, stylish office can have a • Raised staff morale

positive impact on all aspects in the
workplace, creating a space that staff love to
work in, clients look forward to visiting and
business owners can be proud of.
Business benefits include:
• Increased work productivity
• Better first impressions
• Efficient use of floor space
• Up-to-date technology and interior
• Improved company culture

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How to plan an office fit-out
There are a variety of stages involved in conducting an office fit-out. A fit-out contractor
such as Clansman Interiors who has previous experience with fit-outs is required as this
ensures a comprehensive timeline will be put in place to ensure the project goes exactly to
plan and remains within budget. The fit-out contractor also provides the project with a main
point of contact, enabling decisions to be made much quicker.

Clansman Interiors take responsibility for the delivery of the entire project, giving you
peace of mind that everything is under control and will be carried out exactly as agreed.

From Concept to Completion

We can work with clients from concept to completion meaning we can help bring their
vision to life.

Projects generally go through the same main stages, with a few alterations dependent on the
scope and scale of each individual project.

Initial Stages:
A survey is first required to scope out the location of the project and find out the
requirements of the client and whether these are feasible. This allows a conversation to take
place to establish what can be done and how.

All materials need to be sourced. Clansman can take care of this for each client, ensuring
only the highest quality materials are used for the job.

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Clansman Interiors know how important it is for clients to be kept up-to-date on the
progress of their project. This is why we ensure that communication lines are kept open and
regular updates are provided. This allows for any questions to be asked and answered along
the way from both sides.

Our range of fit-out services:

• Flooring including carpet, • Tiling • Electrical work including
vinyl and timber lighting

• M&E services (mechanical • Joinery • IT infrastructure

and electrical)

• HVAC Services (heating, • Office storage walls • Washrooms

ventilation and air
conditioning)
• Doors( including fire doors) • Office furniture • Breakout areas
and door entry systems

• Decoration (painting and • Folding and glazed screens • Meeting rooms

paper hanging)

• Demountable partitions • Tea prep areas • Suspended ceilings

Clansman Interiors provide a range of fit-out services, therefore, making the process of a
refurbishment more streamlined and efficient.

Finance
Clansman offer finance services, perfect
for if you are having concerns about how
you are going to fund your fit-out. Get in
touch to find out more about the finance
service offered by Clansman Interiors.

Call us on 0141 631 3000 or email us at

sales@clansmaninteriors.com.

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Clansman Interiors offer a wide range of services including:
Refurbishments:

Our Refurbishment Projects are carried out by our experienced contract team of Project
Managers and skilled tradesmen for the supply and installation of all new products and
services as required to provide a complete Turnkey Project.

From an initial strip-out to the project completion, and with regular communications with
the client and/or design team, our aim is to provide total customer satisfaction throughout
and beyond the project period.

Glazed Demountable Partitioning:

Demountable partitions provide a quick,

efficient and effective solution to create an
office environment which is tailored to your
needs no matter how many times those needs
change according to your circumstances.

These versatile partitions are available in a

variety of styles and specifications to suit
specific fire ratings, acoustic properties and
space divisions.

Fire Screen Systems:

Clansman Interiors are one of the leading glazed partitions and fire screen contractors in
Scotland.

Working alongside many of the country’s leading partition manufacturers allows us to offer
the widest range of Aesthetics, Acoustics, and Fire Ratings to suit most types of commercial
property applications

Suspended Ceilings:

Clansman Interiors specialise in the supply and installation of suspended ceilings systems
for new build and refurbishment projects.

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Hygienic Wall Cladding:

Strict food hygiene laws, hospital infection control and the risk of contamination in
laboratories are just some of the factors that determine the need for hygienic cladding
systems.

At Clansman Interiors we offer a full design, supply and fitting service to a wide range of
sectors working alongside main contractors and architects.

Washroom and Toilet Cubicles:

Clansman Interiors have a proven track record for providing high quality washroom design
and installation services to a wide range of business sectors throughout the whole of UK.

We provide a complete turnkey service and manage your project through from start to
finish.

This includes site survey, consultation to find out what you really need, full design service
including detailed specs for layout, appearance, functionality, energy saving options, health
and safety considerations, strip-out and installation all under the supervision of your
dedicated project manager.

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