History of Suspended Ceilings
A brief history of suspended ceilings Suspended ceilings, otherwise known as false or dropped ceilings, were first used and developed in Japan during the 14th Century. This was used for aesthetic reasons and made from simple planks or coffered (a series of sunken panels in the shape of a square, rectangle or octagon). The first […]
Fit Out FAQs
What does a fit-out contractor do? A fit-out contractor typically has experience with a wide variety of different types of projects. When moving a business to a new building, or trying to make existing office space work better, a fit-out contractor can help develop a new bespoke office design – allowing you to make the […]
Ultimate Office Refurbishment Checklist
Undergoing any large scale development or office project can be a stressful undertaking. To help, we’ve put together an office refurbishment checklist to help make the process as stress-free as possible. If you’re like me and you love a good ol’ list, then being able to tick off items helps encourage you, giving a sense […]
What Are the Main False Ceiling Types?
There are various different false ceiling types that fit perfectly within the different settings these installations might be used for. Most commonly found in commercial workplace settings and buildings, but also available for domestic properties, suspended ceilings need to be effective, acoustic, attractive, and easy to access for maintenance. Here at Wessex Interiors, we are […]
How to Plan a Successful Factory Relocation
Planning a Successful Factory Relocation If you’re planning a factory relocation, it can be a daunting process and overwhelmingly huge task. But, don’t worry, Wessex Interiors can help. We specialise in helping businesses move to new premises. Whether you are relocating or establishing a new factory site in Southampton, Portsmouth or elsewhere in the UK, […]
Why Winter is the Perfect Time for Your Office Refurbishment
Why Winter is the Perfect Time for an Office Refurbishment When you are planning an office refurbishment, it can be impossible to predict when would be the best time to start planning your project, as when you are working in an office, any time of the year the refurbishment takes place can be pretty inconvenient […]
Making the Most of Your Office Breakout Space
Making The Most of Your Office Breakout Space Breakout spaces within the workplace are important and beneficial to your employees. Spending your day in one room for eight or more hours a day can be tiring and boring when you are limited to space, so it’s important to take the health and well-being of your […]
How Your Work Space Affects Your Work Productivity
How Your Work Space Affects Your Work Productivity The science and multiple studies behind working in an office or enclosed environment show that the look and feel of the space has a huge impact on your mood, outlook and work productivity. If you are currently in a business who would like to improve as a […]
What Makes Warehouses Ideal for Office Refurbishments?
As is true with anything, there are trends in office interior design, and one that is sweeping companies in the past few years is converting original warehouses into stylish workplaces. This is especially common for start-ups and modern companies that are looking to entice potential employees and clients […]
How Internal Partitions Improve Office Acoustics
With the evolution of the way offices are being designed – moving away from cubicles and designated offices to open-plan settings – acoustics have become an issue for a lot of companies as they find their workplace becoming too noisy. Luckily, internal office partitions help to reduce the background noise of offices and break up […]