Crown House 1 has completed its transformation into a high-quality, Grade A workspace in the heart of Southampton. Landlord, Craigard, has invested heavily in Crown House 1 since their purchase in 2018 including new and energy-efficient HVAC systems throughout. The design and layout of the property provides a modern, attractive
A significant refurbishment programme is underway at 43 Castle Street in Liverpool City Centre, as the Local Authority Pension Fund owner invests in upgrading the iconic and well-known office building to meet evolving occupier expectations and needs. The works will focus on enhancing both workspace quality and occupier wellbeing, with
x+why is delighted to announce its appointment to enhance the offering of Level 7 at 22 Bishopsgate, its first work and events space within The City of London. This exceptional workspace, to be known as OnSeven at 22 Bishopsgate, will combine world-class hospitality, coworking, breathtaking skyline views, and a vibrant
OP has been appointed to design and deliver a new 19,611 sq ft workplace for regional law firm Boyes Turner at One Forbury Square in Reading. The project continues a longstanding relationship between the two Reading-based businesses. Through workplace consultancy, occupancy analysis and conversations with Boyes Turner’s people, OP has
Biophilic design and plant maintenance specialists Universal Floral have achieved Carbon Neutral Certification in partnership with Carbon Neutral Britain™, demonstrating a genuine commitment to ESG principles and clear alignment with internal sustainability values. Universal Floral works with clients across the world to transform corporate spaces through plant displays, moss walls
A workplace landscape with conviction: the PKF Campus by Philipp Architekten brings together work, encounter, landscape and identity. The PKF Campus in Balingen, designed by Philipp Architekten, has been recognised as part of the Best Workspaces Award 2027. The project is therefore among the awarded workplace environments demonstrating how architecture
Yorkshire-based premium serviced office provider, WorkWell, has completed the transformation of its building at Carrwood Park, previously leased to the NHS, turning it into a premium flexible office environment. The 8,675 sq. ft redevelopment delivers a high-quality flexible office facility, compromising of meeting rooms, collaborative areas and private office suites,
Deal reinforces confidence in London’s commercial property market and OSiT’s owner-operator model Today, Office Space in Town (OSiT), one of London’s leading flexible office space providers, has announced the completion of a re-financing agreement reflecting growing confidence and investment appeal in London’s commercial property market. The debt refinancing is valued at £129 million
Workspace Design Show returns to the Business Design Centre, London on 24–25 February 2027, unveiling its new theme: “The Human Experience of Work”, a direction placing wellbeing, inclusion, sensory comfort, belonging, neurodiversity and emotional experience at the center of workplace design. As organisations continue to rethink what makes people want
Peldon Rose, a leading London office design and build specialist, has reported record growth, increasing annual revenue by 222% over the last 5 years to £88 million. This momentum has led to the opening of its second studio space in Wimbledon, designed to support the company’s continued growth. Peldon Rose
Crown House 1 has completed its transformation into a high-quality, Grade A workspace in the heart of Southampton. Landlord, Craigard, has invested heavily in Crown House 1 since their purchase in 2018 including new and energy-efficient HVAC systems throughout. The design and layout of the property provides a modern, attractive space to suit a variety of businesses. Spread across four floors, Crown House 1 boasts high-quality facilities close to the train station and within walking distance of parks and restaurants and has a secure car park. CBRE Southampton and Realest have been instructed to market the 13,000 sq ft opportunity, which can be let as a whole or as separate units. The ground floor (1,518 sq. ft.) provides a fully fitted, high-specification office suite, ready for immediate occupation. This space has been thoughtfully designed to create an inviting workspace to accelerate productivity and collaboration. The landlord’s attention to detail ensures a light and bright characterful space with a generous kitchen breakout space and zoom room. The suite has been designed using soft colours and a variety of different materials to break the space up and provide a relaxed environment. The first (4,031 sq. ft.) and second floors (4,026 sq. ft.) offer open-plan floor plates ready for a tenant fit-out. These have been refurbished with LED lighting, new carpets and fully redecorated. The first floor also benefits from its own dedicated shower and toilets. The Penthouse (3,670 sq ft) provides high-quality workspace with glass partitioning defining a fully fitted kitchen and breakout area, a dedicated boardroom/conference room and bespoke meeting pods. Workstations are provided throughout the space anda distinctive feature that sets the space apart is its dedicated private shower/changing and toilet facilities. Emma Lockey, Director at CBRE Southampton, said: “The attention to detail in Crown House 1 provides a specification rarely found in a city centre location. In a prime location, the space offers an exciting opportunity for any occupier.” Lauren Udall, Director at Realest said: “The short supply of quality office suites in the wider Southampton market, allows Crown House 1 to provide occupiers market leading space over a variety of suite sizes.” David Foster, Craigard said: “We are acutely aware that in order to let office space in today’s market a landlord needs to create a building and environment that occupiers and their employees want to come too and we believe we have done that at Crown House 1. Combined with highly competitive overall occupational costs, and its own secure car park, the building ticks all the boxes.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A significant refurbishment programme is underway at 43 Castle Street in Liverpool City Centre, as the Local Authority Pension Fund owner invests in upgrading the iconic and well-known office building to meet evolving occupier expectations and needs. The works will focus on enhancing both workspace quality and occupier wellbeing, with a full refurbishment of the first floor alongside the introduction of new end-of-journey facilities. Due for completion in December 2026, the first-floor refurbishment will deliver a range of modern office suites, including spaces with access to private terraces. The redesign reflects changing demand for high-quality, flexible accommodation in central locations. A further phase, completing in Q1 2027, will see the delivery of new basement end-of-journey facilities. These will include showers, secure cycle storage and dry lockers, supporting more sustainable commuting choices and day-to-day convenience for occupiers. The building, located in Liverpool’s established commercial quarter and Castle Street Conservation Area, has already undergone upgrades in recent years, including improvements to the reception and selected office floors. This latest programme represents the next stage in its repositioning. Project management consultancy T&T is advising on the scheme. Simon Hepple, Project Manager at T&T, said: “Environmental and social improvements, including diversity, inclusivity, belonging and equity is embedded in all aspects of our advice and project delivery to enhance sustainability and occupant wellbeing, including access to and around the building.” Letting agent CBRE says the refurbishment is aligned with clear shifts in occupier priorities. Jade Bushell, Surveyor at CBRE, commented: “Occupier requirements have shifted significantly over recent years, with businesses prioritising quality, flexibility, ESG and wellbeing in their real estate decisions. This refurbishment scheme reflects those priorities, helping to create an environment that supports modern working practices and enhances everyday occupier experience.” Suites will be available in a range of sizes, targeting both established businesses and growing occupiers seeking a central Liverpool base with upgraded amenities. CBRE is sole letting agent. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
x+why is delighted to announce its appointment to enhance the offering of Level 7 at 22 Bishopsgate, its first work and events space within The City of London. This exceptional workspace, to be known as OnSeven at 22 Bishopsgate, will combine world-class hospitality, coworking, breathtaking skyline views, and a vibrant community of ambitious professionals at the centre of the City’s financial district. Due to open in January 2027, the new space forms part of a strategy to evolve the amenity offer at 22 Bishopsgate, one of London’s most prominent office buildings, and continue to meet the changing needs of occupiers. The 12,860 sqft space will include 80 dedicated desks, 150 co-working spaces, 4 meeting rooms and 70 seat, theatre style event space which will be available 24/7. x+why will deliver its signature curated programme of events calendar for both members and other occupiers in the building including social breakfasts and drinks events, wellness including yoga and breathwork, shared curiosity and thought leadership talks. The events space and meeting rooms will be available to non-members for executive meetings, AGMs, half day or by the hour. Under 10 minutes’ walk from Liverpool Street, Bank and Moorgate Stations, On Seven at 22 Bishopsgate offers fantastic transport links to the rest of London, the Home Counties and beyond and will provide a flexible base for businesses and individuals working in and around the City, including companies in the financial, legal and technology sectors, SMEs, entrepreneurs and hybrid workers. Rupert Dean, founder and CEO of x+why comments: “Bringing x+why to 22 Bishopsgate is a defining milestone for us. It gives us the opportunity to deliver a workplace at its very highest level with exceptional service, outstanding amenity and experiences that bring people together. We want to create far more than somewhere people simply come to work: we want to create a destination where work, events, learning and social connection all come together.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
OP has been appointed to design and deliver a new 19,611 sq ft workplace for regional law firm Boyes Turner at One Forbury Square in Reading. The project continues a longstanding relationship between the two Reading-based businesses. Through workplace consultancy, occupancy analysis and conversations with Boyes Turner’s people, OP has developed a design that responds to the firm’s changing ways of working. The move from a larger, underutilised office provides an opportunity to create a more efficient workplace that strengthens culture and connection while supporting the privacy and concentration required by a modern law firm. The first floor will create an elevated arrival experience for clients, incorporating a dedicated meeting and town hall suite. Above, the staff workplace has been positioned on the upper floors, reflecting Boyes Turner’s decision to prioritise its people and make the most of views across Forbury Gardens. Clearly defined team neighbourhoods will provide identity and ownership, while open circulation and carefully planned adjacencies will help departments connect. A shared breakout and social area will form the heart of the workplace. Positioned in one of the building’s best locations, it will be a destination for the whole firm, with lively communal areas at the centre and quieter work settings towards the perimeter. Intelligent zoning, acoustic treatments and varied workspaces will provide environments for collaboration, confidential conversations and focused work. Existing furniture will be reused where appropriate, with investment directed towards the elements that will have the greatest everyday impact. “Boyes Turner’s move to One Forbury Square is an opportunity to bring people together while supporting the privacy and focus a modern law firm needs. “Our consultancy journey has shaped an intelligent design with a strong social heart. We’re proud to be delivering this project for another leading Reading business.” Tom Parsons, Managing Director at OP The project is now underway, with OP working alongside Boyes Turner and the wider project team to create the firm’s new home. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Biophilic design and plant maintenance specialists Universal Floral have achieved Carbon Neutral Certification in partnership with Carbon Neutral Britain™, demonstrating a genuine commitment to ESG principles and clear alignment with internal sustainability values. Universal Floral works with clients across the world to transform corporate spaces through plant displays, moss walls and scalable plant-rich living walls. Achieving carbon neutral status for their UK operations was therefore a significant milestone, embedding environmental and sustainability principles into the heart of the organisation by independently measuring carbon emissions and taking steps to reduce environmental impact. With UK businesses accounting for up to 85% of UK greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, corporate action is essential in helping to stop climate change. In line with international targets, GHG emissions must halve by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050. Between May 2025 and April 2026, Universal Floral offset 25.3 tonnes of CO₂e against 17.5 tonnes, their total carbon footprint. Marie Caffrey, CEO, Universal Floral said: “Partnering with Carbon Neutral Britain™ to measure and offset our carbon emissions in the UK marks an important step on our sustainability journey. “We have gained a clearer understanding of where our emissions come from and where we can make the biggest improvements. For example, it was identified that our main emissions came through indirect carbon emissions (Scope 3), and this for us, was business travel. “We are now taking action to reduce emissions in this area, such as encouraging the team to take public transport or arranging virtual meetings in place of short-haul, domestic flights.” Through the Carbon Neutral Britain™ Woodland Fund™, Universal Floral offset their total carbon emissions through internationally certified carbon offsetting projects chosen for their environmental, humanitarian and ethical impacts: Additionally, Universal Floral have contributed to several UK-based rewilding and restoration initiatives including Haymeadow Restoration and Rewilding, Sea Grass Recovery and Protection and Marston Vale Forest Creation. Caffrey added: “Achieving this certification is a proud milestone for the entire team, particularly as we have been able to offset well over 100% of our total carbon footprint. The national and international projects we are supporting are actively contributing to vital global climate mitigation efforts, from blue carbon restoration to community reforestation and endangered species protection. “Taking direct action to reduce our own emissions while supporting verified, world-class environmental initiatives reinforces our commitment to sustainability and our environmental values. “Moving forwards, we are working towards 2030 and 2050 aligned targets via the globally recognised net-emissions approach, focusing on key emissions hot spots to achieve meaningful reductions.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A workplace landscape with conviction: the PKF Campus by Philipp Architekten brings together work, encounter, landscape and identity. The PKF Campus in Balingen, designed by Philipp Architekten, has been recognised as part of the Best Workspaces Award 2027. The project is therefore among the awarded workplace environments demonstrating how architecture can give spatial form to corporate culture, human interaction and long-term identification. Since 2020, Callwey Verlag has honoured outstanding workplace environments and office buildings from around the world through the Best Workspaces Award. The award recognises projects that define office architecture not solely through efficiency, amenities or floor area. Its focus is on places that enable collaboration, foster a sense of belonging and create an atmosphere where people genuinely enjoy spending time. A Workplace Landscape Rather Than an Office Building The PKF Campus emerged from the expansion of an established site within the urban fabric of Balingen. Rather than responding with a single dominant volume, the architecture takes the form of an ensemble of four distinct buildings. Each has its own address and character, while remaining grounded in a human scale. At its centre, a park-like garden links the existing buildings with the new additions. It is not simply residual open space, but the social and spatial heart of the campus: a place between work, exchange and landscape. Beauty as a Long-Term Strategy The PKF Campus is guided by a simple conviction: beauty is not an added extra. It is what allows buildings to endure beyond their original function. A place that moves people is used, cared for and carried forward. Architecture is then not replaced as soon as needs change, but can grow with them. For PKF, this has resulted in a campus that does more than provide space for work: it makes the company’s culture visible and tangible. The recognition at the Best Workspaces Award 2027 honours this ambition—to create workplace environments that are not interchangeable, but bring together identity, atmosphere and lasting value. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Yorkshire-based premium serviced office provider, WorkWell, has completed the transformation of its building at Carrwood Park, previously leased to the NHS, turning it into a premium flexible office environment. The 8,675 sq. ft redevelopment delivers a high-quality flexible office facility, compromising of meeting rooms, collaborative areas and private office suites, providing adaptable workspace solutions to businesses across Yorkshire. Designed by Manchester-based NC Studio, the project represents a significant addition to Carrwood Park’s commercial offering, further strengthening its position as an established business location in Leeds. WorkWell’s latest redevelopment has seen the former NHS building reimagined into a modern, premium workspace environment, providing contemporary design features, upgraded facilities and flexible layouts. At the centre of the building, an atrium provides a dynamic shared environment to support both focused work and collaboration with soft finishes, considered lighting, and integrated technology. The expansion of Carrwood Park follows WorkWell’s continued growth across the region, including the launch of its Copthall Bridge location in Harrogate, forming part of the organisation’s wider strategy to deliver premium flexible workspace across Yorkshire. Oliver Corrigan, Managing Director of WorkWell commented: “We’re seeing increasing demand for high-quality workspaces in Yorkshire that offer flexibility, connectivity and a professional environment for businesses. “The successful completion and full letting of Carrwood Park support long-term growth and investment in the region, and it’s particularly encouraging to see organisations such as Horizon Care grow with us and expand their footprint as their team develop. We look forward to continuing to support their ambitions and those of other businesses across the region.” Following completion, the building has welcomed many organisations including Horizon Care & Education, who has significantly expanded since joining WorkWell in 2025. Starting with a five-person office in Building 4, the organisation has now relocated to Building 3, where its growing team has a workspace 800% larger than its original office. Laura Bingham, Director of People & Culture at Horizon Care & Education, added: “Investing in our people is fundamental to Horizon’s culture and to creating an organisation where colleagues can do their best work. Our new WorkWell offices are a really important part of that investment. They have been designed to bring people together, support collaboration and create an environment where colleagues can connect, share ideas as well as supporting wellbeing and belonging. “I’m incredibly proud of the new space and what it represents – our commitment to our people, our culture and creating a workplace where everyone can feel connected, supported and able to thrive.” For further information, please visit the WorkWell website. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Deal reinforces confidence in London’s commercial property market and OSiT’s owner-operator model Today, Office Space in Town (OSiT), one of London’s leading flexible office space providers, has announced the completion of a re-financing agreement reflecting growing confidence and investment appeal in London’s commercial property market. The debt refinancing is valued at £129 million and extends over a minimum two-year period. Asset managers Aberdeen Investments are the senior lender in the agreement with a backing of c. £72 million, with theagreement continuing Aberdeen Investments’ seven-year partnership with OSiT. The deal, completed with the support of financial advisors PwC, will provide ongoing financial support for four of OSiT’s Zone 1 London office buildings, including St Paul’s, Liverpool Street, Monument and Waterloo. The company’s UK office portfolio comprises 225,000 sq. ft of office space, with additional locations in London Blackfriars and Cardiff. OSiT’s flexible workspaces are distinguished by unique themes such as the Alice in Wonderland inspired OSiT Waterloo, the ‘super yacht’ designed OSiT Monument and the Monopoly themed OSiT Liverpool Street. According to real estate services agency CBRE, flexible offices are set to comprise a fifth of London’s market by 2030, as businesses increasingly seek adaptable workspace solutions that provide shorter commitments, faster access to prime locations and the ability to scale their footprint in response to changing workforce needs.1 Founded in May 2009 by brother and sister Giles and Niki Fuchs, alongside partner Sarah Singlehurst, OSiT is the only flexible office provider in London that owns all its buildings. OSiT buys, refurbishes and occupies its buildings, allowing the company to benefit from the current low capital costs of buying Zone 1 London office buildings, and create large capital uplift and strong income streams. This owner-operator model enables the company to curate bespoke ‘Omni-Office’ environments tailored to occupier demand and optimise layouts and office amenities in its buildings at scale. Examples of integrated amenities at current OSiT sites feature gyms, bedrooms, rooftop cafe bars, games rooms and hairdressers. As of June 2026, the average length of stay across OSiT’s five London locations is 44 months, double the London flexible office market average of 22 months.2 OSiT is now looking for an investment partner to support its plans to acquire new buildings in Zone 1 locations and continue to scale its proven owner-operator structure. The next phase of investment would enable the company to advance its ‘Omni-Office’ vision, focused on introducing larger, integrated work environments. Future buildings could introduce additional on-site amenities such as rooftop padel courts, day nurseries and dental practices, creating mixed-use workplaces that adapt to evolving expectations on the workplace experience and incentivise office attendance. Giles Fuchs, Co-Founder of Office Space in Town (OSiT), comments: “This refinancing agreement marks an important milestone for OSiT and reflects the strength of our owner-operator model. We have built a differentiated business focused on capital gain and robust income, through service, design, and long-term relationships with occupiers, and this support enables us to continue strengthening our portfolio and delivering exceptional flexible workspaces.” Martin Barnewell, Head of Commercial Real Estate at Aberdeen Investments, said: “We have had a long-term relationship with Giles and the OSiT team. Having gone through the Covid lockdown, we have seen first-hand how resilient their income and model is. We are pleased to continue to support OSiT and look forward to the next chapter of their growth.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Workspace Design Show returns to the Business Design Centre, London on 24–25 February 2027, unveiling its new theme: “The Human Experience of Work”, a direction placing wellbeing, inclusion, sensory comfort, belonging, neurodiversity and emotional experience at the center of workplace design. As organisations continue to rethink what makes people want to come together in person, the 2027 edition will explore how workplaces can move beyond functionality to become environments that genuinely support people. Spaces designed around human connection, comfort, mood, acoustics, hospitality, inclusivity and how work environments make us feel. The theme will shape the entire visitor experience across the show floor, influencing exhibitor booths and product launches, installations and immersive spaces created in collaboration with feature partners. Designers, architects, manufacturers and workplace brands will interpret the theme through original concepts and experiences, creating highly engaging environments that demonstrate how design can positively influence workplace culture, productivity and wellbeing. Confirmed brands already joining the 2027 edition include Brunner, Bisley, König + Neurath, KI Europe, Milliken, and Interface, alongside a line-up of workplace brands helping shape commercial interior design. Workspace Design Show is the UK’s only dedicated platform for workplace interiors, where architects, designers and occupiers come to source products, meet suppliers and push the conversation around how we design for work. It is where project decisions get made, new supplier relationships are formed, and the ideas shaping tomorrow’s workplaces get debated live on stage. Visitors can expect an expanded exhibition floor, workplace product launches, immersive installations and a comprehensive content programme exploring the trends, strategies and ideas transforming workplace environments. Returning conference pillars include: Workspace Design Talks — exploring the latest trends and insights shaping workplace design, strategy and culture. Sustainability Talks — bringing together key figures driving sustainable thinking and initiatives across workplace design. Occupiers Forum — providing “The View from HQ”, sharing insights into how employers are creating engaging and high-performing workplace experiences. FIS: Interiors Insight Live — delivering the latest thinking, innovation and expertise from the finishes and interiors sector. The Workspace Design Awards will also return in 2027, celebrating exceptional workplace projects and design concepts. Judged exclusively by corporate occupiers, developers and project managers, the awards recognise ideas and projects delivering meaningful real-world impact. Key dates and entry information will be announced soon. In 2027, expect a bigger room, a sharper programme and industry-defining conversations that continue to make Workspace Design Show the event the workplace community comes back to year after year. Join the workplace design community on 24–25 February 2027 at the Business Design Centre, London. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Peldon Rose, a leading London office design and build specialist, has reported record growth, increasing annual revenue by 222% over the last 5 years to £88 million. This momentum has led to the opening of its second studio space in Wimbledon, designed to support the company’s continued growth. Peldon Rose has completed 36 projects in the last year alone, with a further 300 projects supporting existing clients across its full suite of services, delivering 615,000 sq ft of office space for clients across a range of industries including financial and professional services, gaming and technology. This includes office design and build projects for next-generation health and life insurer Vitality, commercial real estate and project management firm Avison Young, algorithmic trading firm XTX Markets and international strategy consulting firm, OC&C. To strengthen delivery, Peldon Rose has also expanded its expert team by 141% in the last 5 years, bringing the total headcount to 145 employees. As the company has grown and approaches its 40th anniversary next year, Peldon Rose is celebrating an additional milestone with the opening of its new workspace. Located a stone’s throw from its flagship headquarters in Wimbledon, Studio Two will provide additional space for its designers to collaborate. Peldon Rose will now work across two connected locations, within one network. The Worple Road office will continue as the main client hub, with its dedicated ‘Studio One’ on the second floor for creative teams to come together. The new ‘Studio Two’ will function as a shared project space, designed to bring people together from across the business for project work and other collaborative activities. Jitesh Patel, CEO of Peldon Rose, commented: “Although we’re only halfway through 2026, it has already been a fantastic year for Peldon Rose. Not only have we recorded our highest financial turnover to date, but we have also opened a second studio to enhance our services for clients and to provide even greater opportunities for our teams to collaborate and innovate. “We’re proud to be working with a wide range of clients across London and beyond, delivering people-centric and high-performing workspaces that make a real positive impact for our clients. This continued growth is testament to the care and expertise of our amazing people, who come together to design, deliver and maintain these incredible projects in partnership with our clients. I’m excited to see the next set of projects come out of our new studio space in the coming months.” Since launching in 1987, Peldon Rose has gained a reputation for its high-value, exceptional quality office design and build projects, focusing on workspace strategy, bespoke solutions and end-to-end delivery. To find out more about Peldon Rose, visit: https://www.peldonrose.com/. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals