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Grant Thornton sought to create a Manchester office that would support its evolving work culture, enabling flexibility, collaboration, and productivity.
Grant Thornton Manchester: A Dynamic and Future-Ready Workspace
The 13,219 sq.ft space needed to provide a contemporary, professional environment that reflects the firm’s brand identity while accommodating various working styles.
ADT Workplace was engaged to deliver a high-quality office fit-out within a 16-week programme, ensuring the space aligned with Grant Thornton’s future-focused approach.
The Approach
Working closely with Grant Thornton, ADT Workplace developed a workspace that balances functionality, flexibility, and aesthetics.
Key elements of the project included:
- Multi-Functional Workspaces: Creating a mix of open-plan areas, meeting rooms, and breakout spaces to support teamwork and focused work.
- Sustainable and Efficient Design: Prioritising energy-efficient lighting and responsible material selection to align with Grant Thornton’s sustainability commitments.
- Enhanced Collaboration Spaces: Introducing designated zones for both formal and informal meetings to facilitate knowledge-sharing and teamwork.
- Modern Workspace Aesthetics: Designing an office environment that embodies Grant Thornton’s professional and innovative brand identity.
The Solution
The completed fit-out delivers a professional and adaptable office space designed for modern ways of working.
Key features include:
- Open-Plan Layouts: Encouraging collaboration while maintaining an organised and structured working environment.
- Dedicated Meeting and Quiet Spaces: Providing areas for both collaboration and focused work to accommodate diverse working preferences.
- Brand-Centric Design Elements: Incorporating Grant Thornton’s identity throughout the workspace to create a seamless brand experience.
- Optimised Layout for Productivity: Ensuring an efficient use of space that enhances employee experience and workflow.
The Impact
The transformation of Grant Thornton’s Manchester office has successfully created a workspace that meets the needs of its team while reinforcing the firm’s commitment to flexibility and collaboration.
The design has been well-received, offering a balanced and engaging environment that supports productivity and professional growth.
Creating a Workplace for the Future
Grant Thornton’s Manchester office demonstrates the value of aligning workplace strategy with business objectives. By creating a flexible environment that supports collaboration, wellbeing, and individual focus, the new workspace empowers employees to perform at their best while enhancing the overall employee experience.
The result is a future-ready workplace that reflects Grant Thornton’s culture, supports its people, and provides a strong platform for continued growth and success.
Why ADT Workplace?
With expertise in delivering high-quality workplace transformations, ADT Workplace creates innovative office spaces that enhance performance and employee satisfaction. Our tailored solutions align with business objectives, sustainability goals, and evolving workplace needs.
We take a collaborative approach to every project, working closely with stakeholders to understand organisational culture, ways of working, and future aspirations. By combining workplace consultancy, design expertise, and seamless project delivery, we create environments that support productivity, attract and retain talent, and provide the flexibility businesses need to adapt and grow. From initial strategy through to final handover, our focus is on delivering spaces that provide lasting value for both organisations and their people.
