Essential Guide to Planning Your Retail Space Renovation
While we specialise in home renovations, we also provide our design and construction expertise for commercial fit out projects in London and the surrounding area. We’ve already transformed a selection of retail spaces, including cafés and clothing stores, helping businesses to completely reimagine the premises they have.
We’ve created this step-by-step guide to carrying out the perfect commercial renovation, with the intention of giving you a clearer understanding of how we could bring your plans to life. Find out more about the commercial renovation process, and refurb your space with our team of trusted experts.
Laying out your vision & addressing areas you’d like to improve
Not all retail businesses will begin their renovation process with a clear idea of what they want to achieve, so don’t be deterred if this applies to you. Whether your business has rebranded and your space no longer matches your aesthetic, if you’ve outgrown your premises, or if you’re simply in need of a refresh, a commercial renovation can be customised to your objectives. To kickstart the process and utilise our pre-construction expertise, we offer a free design consultation, during which you’ll be able to tell us exactly where you’re at, and what kind of challenges you’re facing. During this session, our experts will have plenty of questions for you, using your answers to come up with an initial design plan.
The result of every consultation is a fully-formed commercial renovation plan, designed to suit the specific needs of your business.
Depending on the scope of your project plan, we may need to submit a planning application. This is a standard requirement when significant construction efforts are required, and bypassing this would be a costly mistake to make. We might also need to apply for various permits depending on the local jurisdiction; street works licenses are required for all projects in England, and a building permit also has to be obtained before work begins.
We have a team of in-house project managers who will orchestrate these processes, submitting applications and licence requests on your behalf. They’ll keep you updated on the status of your application, adjusting the project timeline accordingly.
We offer a huge advantage to commercial companies looking to renovate their premises in London, given the fact that we offer both design and construction services. Our team of in-house skilled contractors is made up of experts across the board; including builders, joiners, decorators and electricians. Many of the commercial renovations we have carried out have involved creating bespoke fixtures, and this is something that we can bring to life.
We provide a full suite of construction services, so your project will be carried out by competent professionals from one company. Your project manager will coordinate the efforts of our contractors, ensuring that everyone is on site when they should be, and that each phase of the project is carried out in line with our meticulous quality standards.
One of the most important aspects of your commercial renovation project will be the interior design choices that you make, as ultimately, this is what will create the strongest impression on your customers. Our design expertise also includes interior specialists, and they can help to match your moodboard with the right materials, paint colours, and fixtures. They’ll ensure that the space captures exactly what you wanted to achieve from an aesthetic perspective, giving your space a whole new appeal.
We endeavour to make sure that every element of the final project meets your expectations, and we achieve this with our thorough ‘snag’ management approach. Once our contractors have finished on site, we will carry out a comprehensive review of the space, aiming to identify any further issues or areas for improvement. We will only arrange the handover of the space once we’re satisfied with the quality of the work, assuring you that your premises is ready to become operational.
Aftercare is provided for both residential and commercial projects here at We Love Build, and you’ll be covered for 2 years from the date of completion. During this period, we will be happy to improve any issues of wear and tear or damage, as it’s important for us to provide you with longevity from your investment with us.
If you’re a landlord in London and you’d like to benefit from the value that a renovation project could have, simply contact us to book your free design consultation today. In the meantime, take a look at our latest residential renovation projects to understand exactly how we could help.
Whether you’re moving into a new premises, or improving an existing space, a commercial renovation project is the perfect solution for retailers in London. The starting point of the entire process is our free design consultation, and you can book yours today by contacting us.
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