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A smart workspace for a smart company across two floors in Southwark Street
Proact are Europe’s leading independent storage integrator & cloud service enabler. Since 1994 Proact have achieved sustainable growth in the UK, winning multiple awards. Woodhouse were appointed to support their on-going expansion, and deliver a workspace that aligned with their recently updated company branding and to create a hub for their UK operations.
Designed by Woodhouse Workspace
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Departing from their previous serviced offices, Woodhouse worked closely with Proact to understand the business culture and created several design concepts to accommodate a growing workforce.
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Housing 65 staff, the interior design fitout was designed around them. One vital element of the design was to enable a mobile workforce with areas where they could entertain visiting clients without walking through the office and disrupting other staff.
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The decision was made to create lounge and bar area on the first floor to encourage interaction between staff and clients.
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Original details included an iron sliding barn door, timber decking and flooring, exposed ventilation system and large sash windows. Staff are rewarded with a raised outside decking area to take in the view across London and a floating island unit complete with designer seating to enjoy lunch.
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