Inside Private Office Space in Guildford – 255 High Street

Michal
Finance
3 months ago

A team of designers from workplace design firm Oktra designed a new office for investment firm Beltane in Guildford, England.

“Beltane sought to rejuvenate a vacant floor at 255 High Street in Guildford, a building we have previously delivered projects in. The property boasts generous external spaces in a prime location, and its elevated position offered spectacular views, a feature we aimed to highlight while maintaining the existing building’s high-quality elements

Flexible, adaptable design

The brief was to create a flexible, ‘plug-and-play’ workspace suitable for any business. We emphasized a minimal build approach, keeping constructed elements to one side of the floorplate. The remaining space was designed to be open plan, featuring desks, booths, and touchdown areas. Our goal was to deliver a functional, adaptable environment that would cater to a diverse range of businesses.

Meeting modern business needs

Our design strategy focused on two main areas: the entrance and the teapoint. The entrance features a welcoming seating area and a front-of-house meeting suite, setting a professional yet inviting tone. The teapoint, equipped with tiered seating and various seating options, serves as a secondary focal point. Adjacent to this area are booths designed for informal meetings or focused work.

Creating functional spaces

We used Crittall glazing to maintain the open nature of the space while providing privacy, and introduced bright, bold colours to inject energy and brightness. The walls were kept plain to allow future tenants to incorporate their branding. Moss-coloured slatted acoustic walls and thoughtful lighting features ensure good acoustics and a visually appealing environment. Different floor finishes delineate workspace from breakout and circulation areas, working with the building’s angularity to create distinct zones.

Optimising our client’s asset

By understanding the needs of the landlord’s target tenants, we delivered a high-quality, fully furnished space designed to appeal to a wide range of businesses. Our strategic approach not only enhances the building’s natural advantages but also ensures it meets the diverse needs of potential tenants.”