KNIGHTS CENTRAL HUB: A WORKPLACE DESIGNED FOR COLLABORATION
Knights, a leader in the UK legal and professional services sector, partnered with ADT Workplace to redevelop its central hub at The Brampton, Newcastle-under-Lyme. The new 35,000 sq. ft facility, spanning three floors, is a premium reinvestment that aligns with Knights’ growth ambitions and their commitment to fostering a collaborative, one-team culture in Staffordshire, where their journey began.
The redevelopment transforms Knights‘ hub into a 5-star workplace that enhances client experience, supports staff wellbeing, and strengthens their connection to the local community. The project involved a complete CAT A, B, and C fit-out, delivered through meticulous planning and innovative design.
PROJECT GOALS: COLLABORATION, FUNCTIONALITY, AND WELLBEING
Knights tasked ADT Workplace with creating a premium workplace that reflects their brand identity and future aspirations. Key objectives included:
- Enhancing Collaboration: Create dynamic, open spaces that inspire a one-team culture.
- Delivering a Premium Experience: Develop lounge and meeting areas that elevate client interactions.
- Focusing on Staff Wellbeing: Prioritise amenities that enhance comfort and productivity.
- Operational Efficiency: Provide functional, collaborative office spaces for 280 staff across three floors.
- Reinvestment in the Community: Design external enhancements, such as landscaping and EV charging points, to benefit the wider area.
DESIGN AND DELIVERY: A HANDS-ON, COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
Key features of Knights’ Central Hub include:
- Lounge and Concierge Area: A stunning grand entrance featuring a bespoke helical staircase, concierge service, and chandelier.
- Meeting Suite: 15 premium meeting rooms equipped with advanced AV technology and a dedicated media suite for podcasts.
- ‘1759’ Lounge: The heart of the building, with a mezzanine and internal glazing offering views from all office areas.
- Collaborative Office Spaces: Open-plan layouts, collaborative zones, a management suite, and a business lounge for 280 staff.
- Event and Boardroom Spaces: A flexible auditorium, boardroom, and roof terrace overlooking the lounge.
- Staff Amenities: Premium toilets, showers, and a silver service catering kitchen.
- External Enhancements: A new glazed entrance façade, resurfaced car park, EV charging stations, and landscaped areas.
OVERCOMING CHALLENGES: A STRATEGIC SOLUTION
- Structural Modifications: Four beams were removed and steelwork reinforced to create the open lounge area.
- Helical Staircase Installation: Concrete slabs were removed to accommodate this bespoke feature, creating a visual centrepiece.
- Roof Replacement: The original glass pyramid was replaced with a modern architectural roof light during intense weather conditions.
- Fire Strategy: A revised layout required close coordination with fire officers to ensure compliance with updated regulations.
- Planning Consent: Secured for significant structural changes, external modifications, and landscaping enhancements.
PROJECT OUTCOMES AND SUCCESS
The Knights Central Hub redevelopment achieved:
- A 5-Star Workplace: A premium facility that embodies Knights’ ethos of collaboration and reinvestment.
- Enhanced Client and Staff Experience: Dynamic spaces that inspire confidence, teamwork, and innovation.
- Seamless Delivery: A high-specification design delivered on time and tailored to Knights’ vision.
- Community and Sustainability Focus: EV charging stations, pedestrian-friendly landscaping, and modernised external façades.
CONCLUSION
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