An upgrade for an iconic space for IWC Media in Glasgow
IWC Media form part of the Banijay collective and alongside their London base, occupy two floors within St Georges Studios, Glasgow. An iconic space, but in need of an upgrade. Working closely with Footprint Interiors, Amos Beech design and build team used all their skills to intelligently transform the space and create an inspirational destination for staff.
Post pandemic, IWC as a company is growing and bucking the trend of how offices are being used, they also wanted to increase the headcount in the office too. As a creative hub business, interaction is an important factor and having people present within the office, essential.
Carefully designing the space to fit the budget – investment was made specifically to facilities with a significant toilet upgrade along with a new, open plan communal kitchen. The kitchen flows into a large collaboration area, the openness of which maximises natural light at this end of the office.
Sustainability is always at the forefront of Amos Beech design and in this case included upcycling of existing open storage in the library space. Introducing biophilia helps to create a softer atmosphere and greenery within grid storage throughout, divides the space without building walls. A variety of breakout furniture including meeting booths, high and low tables, and soft seating supplement the formal workspace and allow a more hybrid approach to working within the space.
A new reception and welcome area were formed and by the clever use of colour and paint, the look was upgraded to a new level at a minimum spend. Visitors are now greeted at a bespoke timber slatted reception desk complete with a lounge seating area. Comfortable “resimercial” furniture also doubles up as an informal meeting area.
Energy savings have also been made with all lights upgraded to new ‘daylight’ LED panels which significantly reduce energy consumption and contribute to the wellbeing of staff by providing a better quality of light. This in conjunction with plants, a choice of breakout spaces and better facilities make for a much improved and inspirational space for creative people.
Published: 3 May 2023
Design, Build, Text & Photography: The Amos Beech Team
A new customer experience centre for Signature Flight Support, Edinburgh
Amos Beech was approached by Signature Flight Support to assist them with the internal fit-out and finishes of their new customer experience centre at Edinburgh Airport.
The brief was to take a modular building and turn it into a high quality finished interior that reflected the international reach of the business and subtly integrate an Edinburgh/Scottish overtone.
Our Head of Design, Alison Lyall worked closely with the client over many meetings to fine tune the detail to the point where they were delighted with the design proposals. The project was delivered by Oskar James who whilst managing all aspects of the project, also found time to assist in other areas.
This included the supply and installation of an electric charging point in the carpark and a high quality stereo sound system for the departure lounge and VIP suites.
Hanging acoustic dividers
From the reception desk at front of house, moving through the self-serve bar area into a relaxing and well appointed departure lounge, travellers experience a relaxing and convivial environment whilst they wait to board their flight. Hanging acoustic dividers provide privacy between groups and the feeling of rooms without walls.
If privacy and discretion is important, then there are separate VIP lounges too. A conference room and remote workspaces are also provided for Signature’s clients.
The bar area has been expertly built using both off the shelf components and bespoke cabinetry. Feature lighting and LED mood lighting combine perfectly to create the warmth and general ambience of a high end interior. Finishing items such as cushions, rugs and wall coverings enhance the overall look and provide the Edinburgh/Scottish overtones that was part of the design brief.
The finished result is a massive improvement on the previous building and has had many positive comments from Signature Flight Support customers as they have arrived and departed through the new facility.
Published: 2 March 2023
Design, Build, Text & Photography: The Amos Beech Team
A practical and efficient workspace for Close Brothers Asset Management
Close Brothers Asset Management decided to downsize post-covid and secured a top floor office space on St Vincent Street.
The space had been partially refurbished to a rudimentary Cat A level and required a complete fit-out.
Circular Office Furniture
As part of their CSR policy, re-using as much furniture as possible from their previous office was requested. Amos Beech provided removal and storage services to allow this to happen as their move and occupancy of the new space was a few months apart.
Working with the Building Consultancy Team at CBRE and the concept design that had been commissioned, Amos Beech developed the design element to the point where it could be executed.
The fusion of a high quality feel, alongside the quasi-industrial look of exposed air conditioning ductwork makes for an incredibly light and airy space. Prior to the build, you needed some imagination to picture it ending up like it has!
From Cat A level to a complete fit-out
A significant part of the project was alterations and additions to the HVAC (Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning) system. To ensure that all areas of the new layout were adequately ventilated, the installed system was carefully removed and re-instated along with additional equipment to service the desired layout.
A high security access control system was installed along with a CCTV system to ensure staff safety within the building.
Although the meeting room furniture has been re-used, its high quality belies the fact in as much as it looks extremely smart and compliments the space perfectly. This in itself, confirms why spending more on quality furniture actually saves you money in the long term and reduces carbon footprint. We wish everyone made this sort of intelligent investment.
The use of colour and biophilia throughout the space provide a feeling of calm and purpose which together with the intelligent acoustic treatments of walls and ceiling makes an extremely practical and efficient workspace.
Given that the office is significantly smaller than their previous one, the feedback from staff is very positive and they are delighted to have an office that they can come back to:
Published: 22 February 2023
Design, Build, Text & Photography: The Amos Beech Team