“ The idea of the clubhouse was to challenge what an office is .
ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS working , and the office we had in mind wasn ’ t intended as a place to go and get your head down .
“ This was a space where employees could enjoy the social side of their working lives , something which has been lost over the last few years . Brandpie really wanted to build a greater sense of community amongst its employees , and the new office was a great way to nurture and cultivate this .”
The latest technological innovations play a huge part in bringing the space to life , with extra attention paid to the accessibility of power across the clubhouse so that devices can be plugged in and used from any location . Peldon Rose also designed and created a bespoke ring light , which was like nothing they had done before , featuring a ‘ daylight wash ’ filter to create a natural environment , for which a number of suppliers had to be sourced to help make it a reality .
“ The entire project brings our company culture to life ,” said Wayne Roberts , COO at Brandpie . “ We wanted to create something truly different for our employees , somewhere which not only reflects our changing ways of working but also demonstrates that we are a company which encourages people to come together and connect . These connections between our employees are crucial , and we feel this new space will be a place that both they and our clients love .”
BEING RESPONSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEES AND THE PLANET Whilst Brandpie is focused on discovering and defining purpose for its clients , it too is a purpose-led business . This meant that a major consideration for the new space was its sustainability credentials , with the project achieving an SKA Gold rating . All finishes specified were completed using suppliers which have processes and manufacturing methods that offer minimal impact on the environment , as well as materials which were recyclable . Zero waste was sent to landfill , making the clubhouse a carbon neutral project .
Employee wellbeing is a top priority for Brandpie and the company believes that freedom of choice helps breed a level of comfort and sparks excellence . This new office demonstrates their commitment , offering a place not just for work , but to socialise , collaborate and importantly enjoy the working day .
“ We couldn ’ t be prouder of the clubhouse ,” said Wayne . “ We set out to do things differently with the new space , we wanted somewhere which truly embodied our culture . After the difficulties of the past few years , our employees now have a space where they can get together , collaborate , and socialise – something which will without a doubt only help support our creativity and what we can deliver to clients .”
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