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Low cost Partition Dividing Wall to an Existing Office.

Low cost Partition Dividing Wall to an Existing Office.
Dividing wall Demountable Partition

Client: Alarms and Electrical Ltd
Value: £1.3k

We do not turn away any project, even if it is a small one. This project was local to us, the new partition had to be a low cost demountable partition the same style as what they already have. The customer wanted to divide the room more for a visual separation so that the office functions could be split up. There was a wall there originally many years ago, but they took it out, and now they wanted it back in again.

Demountable Partition

The beauty of using demountable partitioning is that it is easy to put and remove, as none of the floors, ceiling and walls really get damaged and there is not a great deal of mess.

The important thing with this project was to make sure that the wall was the correct thickness, (50mm as opposed to 75mm), and to work out how to build it as economically as possible.

The 50mm composite panels are actually very heavy, around 40 kg. Unless you are used to carrying them, they can easily be damaged by nicking or scuffing the corners. The other problem with just a day to do the work is that the delivery has to be the previous day, as with only 1 day to build the wall, the fitter cannot spend half the day waiting for the delivery to turn up.

In this case, the customer said they would decorate the panels, this saves a days labour and the labour cost is actually quite expensive.

In order to fit the panels, they have to be cut, as well as the head channel to fit on the suspended ceiling, upright support posts between the panels, and the wall abutments at the edges.

As you can see from the photos, the panel also had to be cut around the perimeter trunking for a nice neat job.

 

Before and after Photos

We are happy to look at small projects, we will try and help as much as we can, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01380 73 88 44, or email us at [email protected]

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Fitting of Glass Walls under a Vaulted roof

Fitting of Glass Walls under a Vaulted roof
Glass walls and office furniture

Client: RTS
Value: £33k

Although the main title to this project post relates to the Vaulted roof design of the space, half the value of the project was for office furniture. A mixture of desks, soft seating, chairs and stools all designed with a selection of vibrant colours. The desks had dark charcoal worktops and white desks frames which looked pretty cool.

The customer was already in one building and wanted to expand into this one. They wanted a meeting room at one end by the main entrance like their existing space, that was built using an engineered timber system which would have cost an absolute fortune to build. We chose a different method, much more modern as well.

They also needed a breakout space away from the desks, where they could also brainstorm and do some problem solving away from the formality of meeting rooms. The space at the end of the building seemed ideal, so we allocated that space for that function.

The Vaulted Roof

The actual office space looks lovely, nice open roof space with oak beams. The building as well is in an amazing environment, very rural, lots of nice space, plenty of parking. However, as is common with many spaces built by builders, it is not very practical. Looks nice, but for an office space, not great. All of the wall surfaces are hard plastered walls and painted, and the high roof offers little in acoustic performance, the saving grace was at least they had a carpet.

Separating off the space into rooms therefore presents a bit of a problem. They liked the idea of glass walls, so we could build up to the roof beams, and then above the gaps would need to be filled in to prevent noise going through the trusses.

The meeting room needed at the front would need the trusses blocked in, and a new timber beam run along the side with the wall above filled in, with glass underneath in an ‘L’ shape. Along with an entrance door into the main office space.

The ideas room at the end would be more straightforward, build the glass up to the truss, and then infill all of the gaps above.

Initial Plans and Ideas

As always, we draw everything anyway. The main reason is so we can cost things accurately, and we do not always need to give the drawings to the client, but in this case, they paid us separately for the drawing and design work which was nice, and a bit unexpected but they were happy to do this. We also said that should they go ahead with the proposals, we would credit back the cost of the drawing work against the work which is what we did.

Infilling the Trusses and Glass Walls

In two of the overhead trusses, we had to allow to infil these with plasterboard and steel which was always going to be a time consuming job. Each section of the truss is different, it would have been very difficult and expensive to get these infilled with glass and then there is the sound performance issue with glass. Each of the sections we added insulation into the gaps.

Remaining Construction Photos

Below shows the remaining construction photos, some show the assembly of the desks using a ‘beam’ system, with shared leg frames. The main advantage in using a beam system is that the support leg frames are shared amongst adjoining desks, hence reduce the costs. Shared leg frames gives more leg room under the desks. The central spine of the desk cluster also has a cable management tray which keeps all of the power and data off the floor. The cabling can then be run from the edge of the walls, rather than worry about floor boxes near where people sit. Floor boxes would need cables running up from the floor boxes to the desks. Much neater to have cable management in the desks themsleves.

Also shown is the write on ideas wall, the glass writing board, the meeting tables, boardroom table and the other furniture in the rooms.

Space Planning and Design Work

If you are unsure of what can be done with a space, we really like to do the space planning and design work, working with what space you have. Making the most of the features that are in the building and maximising the light using glass walls, introducing vibrant colours and having an area to stimulate ideas were all aspects of this project that were enjoyable to do. If you have a project similar, and have any questions we would love to be involved in your project. The first visit is always free and the advice is free as well. If you are not sure what is involved you are not sure on how things can be done, then we are sure we can help.

Please call 01380 73 8844 or email us via the contact form on this website, or at [email protected]

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Fitting out of a brand new unit in Salisbury

Fitting out of a brand new unit in Salisbury

Client: Dauwalders
Value: £72k

We were asked to look at this project in Salisbury for Dauwalders. They were looking to take on two units next to each other, but one needed to be an office. The obvious location for an office was on an existing mezzanine floor, which would allow a work area underneath, and separation from the main warehouse floor.

A nice new unit, nothing had ever been built in it, however we could hear absolutely everything from next door due to the way the mezzanine floor had been built. We certainly needed to minimise this as much as we could without going over board with it.

The unusual way the mezzanine floor had been built, was that the floor did not actually go right up to each of the walls leaving a gap. Clearly we had to box this, and make it safe for the people working in the space.

The requirements were around 4 people in the office upstairs, with power points downstairs for benches, and the downstairs space needed a pair of double doors on it. The next door unit had to be knocked into, with a fire alarm fitted to cover both units, and this was fitted for us by the Fire Alarm Consultancy, which we recommend on all our projects.

There was some stipulation with dates, and that allowed Dauwalders to plan on what to move where and all of that was fine.

Building Regulations

The other fairly obvious item that needed to be considered was Building Regulations, particularly as there are people working on a mezzanine floor. The rules are that if people are working on a mezzanine, they need to have enough time to get out of the building in the event of a problem. The structure therefore has to be fire rated, to ensure it does not collapse, and the escape routes need to be clear, protected if required, with emergency lighting, fire alarm detection etc.

In this particular case, the travel distances to get out were not massive, and if we positioned the stairs where required, the exit is straight to a fire exit, as well as into a protected space underneath with an exit, as well as the roller shutter, and potentially into the other unit. Plenty of ways to get out.

The main stipulation from the Fire Inspector is to make sure that the mezzanine floor itself is fully 60 minutes protected. There was no stipulation on the walls, but we would normally fit 30 minutes anyway, and the Inspector was happy with that.

All of the steels therefore had to be boxed in 15mm fireline board, which is the pink board in the photographs below.

Building Regulation and Customer drawings and plans

We always draw everything anyway, but these drawings needed a bit more detail for the Inspector to be clear about what was going on. The offices needed fresh air ventilation, and this is done with a VAM unit. They had air conditioning which provided heating and cooling, but in Building Regulations there is no requirement for air conditioning, just a means of heating the space, which an electric radiator would have been fine. There is a definite requirement for fresh air ventilation.

Sound Problems from Next door.

This was always going to be tricky. Even as we stood on the mezzanine floor before we did any work at all, you could hear everything. Part of the issue was the really bad design of the mezzanine floor. They had designed it so that the main floor ran through all of the units, right the way through, then plonked the dividing walls on top of the floor to split up the units. Any noise translating into vibration just carries on through any metalwork. There were also huge gaps between the edge of the floor and the outside of the building, any noise was going to go straight up through these gaps to the upper floors. Even though the noise next door was downstairs, in their unit it was going straight up and through the gaps.

In our unit, we can deal with the gaps at the edges, but really it needed RWA45 acoustic slab in the walls, and sound block board to try and absorb noise coming through, and then block it coming into the potential new office upstairs. It also needed decent suspended ceilings with bagged 200mm insulation over the suspended ceiling grid and that was probably as much we could do.

Construction Photos

Please find below some construction photos. We needed to ensure that the mezzanine floor was 1 hour fire protected and as mentioned previously, we carried this out using 15mm fireline board, boxing all of the columns and the edges of the mezzanine floor.

We also had to build over the gaps at the edges of the mezzanine, to ensure any potential fire did not go up between the floors.

Some completed photos

If you are thinking of taking on a new unit, and have any questions, we would love to be involved in your project, the visit is always free and the advice is free as well. If you are not sure what is involved you are not sure on how things can be done, then we are sure we can help.

Please call 01380 73 8844 or email us via the contact form on this website, or at [email protected]

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Glass Meeting room on the edge of a Mezzanine floor.

Glass Meeting room on the edge of a Mezzanine floor.
Completed office on a mezzanine

Client: ProsysDev
Value: £67k

We were asked to look at this project via an enquiry from our website, the customer had looked around and felt we could help. When he contacted us, our first reaction was that it was around the M25, and miles away, surely someone closer could build a partition. The problem was that the customer wanted a bit more than a partition as the new room had to sit on the edge of a mezzanine floor and he was unsure about Building Regulations. The people he had contacted just wanted to give him a price for glass walls, without listening to what else he needed and gave no reassurance that it would actually comply with regulations.

For us, it was unusual to find a client that understood that there were Building Regulation issues to be addressed. The customer wanted a piece of paper at the end of the work to say that it complies and everything is fine as that was the right thing to do. When they took on the unit we think it helped that part of the specifications was a mezzanine floor that had been fire rated and was suitable for offices above, and that must have triggered a question.

All the other suppliers of partitioning just wanted to build a wall and that was it. Didn’t even want to visit.

The Next Step

After speaking with the client, we decided to just have a quick look for him if he could send over some details and see what we thought and give some budget costs. We just wanted to see how we could help, so let us have a quick look.

These are the details that were sent to us, pretty good actually.

Building Regulations

Looking at it initially, slightly tricky. The handrail would be in the way and we would have to remove it, and build the wall to the edge. The other bit that was quite hard was the sloping roof, we could have to build up to it and deal with the beams and make it look right. The customer was quite right, and we had to check with Building Regulations which is what we did, free of charge. The key things were that there were two means of escape with the 45 linear meters, so that was fine. The room needed fresh air ventilation, via a VAM unit, any glass to be fitted, which was our preferred options needed to be a special thickness as it is right on the edge at height. Again not a problem. We would also quickly need to check the mezzanine floor itself, to make sure it had the right fire protection. As it happened there was no cavity barrier inside the suspended ceiling underneath as the floor was long than 18 linear meters, and it needed one, so we put one in.

There are other things we did, but in essence, none of this was an issue.

We gave a budget cost, subject to a visit and that was ok, we visited and they also wanted their toilets refurbished. So we refurbished their toilets as well.

Design work, specifications

We always produce a drawing, initially we do this anyway so we can cost the project properly and not just guess everything which we know many people do.

The drawing needed to be tided a bit, although not to architectural standards, it is good enough to explain what needs to be done.

Construction, work in progress.

We liked the design of this project, the idea was to build a bulkhead suspended down from the roof which would form a rectangular opening to accommodate smart modern looking glass walls. Another tricky bit, as well as having to remove the handrail was to follow the shape of the roof and box the beams to make it look right. There were a couple of beams at different angles but we made it look right.

To build the walls around the meeting room out of tradition demountable partition systems, with plasterboard and double glazed windows would have actually been more expensive with what we were proposing, and certainly it would not look as good.

There was a small bit of detail in the construction that we quite liked. When we fitted the fresh air unit, the VAM unit, we prepared all of the ductwork which gets hidden by the suspended ceiling above, but also included extra ductwork to feed the potential downstairs office below the mezzanine.

The interior wall for the meeting room we built flush over the steel work, that give us a cavity where we could run the 200mm diameter ductwork down the walls, through the mezzanine floor and capped off ready for the room below. The ductwork needed fire dampers in them for fire protection purposes; preventing potential fire travelling from the upstairs to the downstairs through the pipework in the unlikely event of a fire. The dampers are also required to meet Building Regulations.

Toilet refurbishment

As mentioned previously in this post, the initial enquiry was not to refurbish the toilets but when we visited, we said what else we could do and they needed something doing to them.

Although small, we could hide the plumbing by using IPS systems, which is a system of enclosing pipework and cisterns behind a closed panel. Often seen in commercial centers, like shopping centers, motorway  service centers.

We could also box the pipework, tile the walls, paint it, change the flooring, fit a new suspended ceiling and lights.  Quite a bit really for such small spaces.

It is not possible to get lots of trades to do this type of work.

Toilet refurbishment progress photos

Some work in progress and completed photos

One of the problems in refurbishing small toilets is that they need lots of different trades, and there is not enough room in them to have lots of people doing different things.

For example, in these toilets we needed:

  • a plumber to disconnect / reconnect the existing and new.
  • Someone to build and fit the IPS panels, (needs a carpenter to cut the panels to size, sit them squarely)
  • a plumber to fit the sanitary wear to the IPS panel as it is being fitted.
  • A tiler to fit new wall tiles straight and flat.
  • A decorator to prepare the walls and paint them.
  • A suspended ceiling fitted to fit a new suspended ceiling
  • An electrician to disconnect the existing light and fit a new one, someone to fit a new toilet extraction system.
  • A flooring contractor to uplift the existing and supply and fit a new wood effect vinyl floor planks.
  • Someone to fit the new towel rail, toilet role dispenser, mirror, door signs.

Larger toilets are much easier as all of the activities can be scheduled and planned in as the elements usually take longer than a day. In this case there is not enough work to allow to bring in separate trades to do individual elements, planning and timing of those events would mean that doing the toilets would take months and cost a fortune. Luckily we have a fitter that can do all of the tasks, including the plumbing works. We were onsite anyway doing the electrics for the new offices, so it was easy for them to drop over onto the toilets to sort out the light fittings and extraction. Not so easy for anyone to do this type of work. Most plumbers would not know how to deal with the IPS system as there are commercial systems.

Some completed photos

The following photos were supplied by the client after we had left site. They show the boardroom table and chairs, and the comments from the customer is that they are very pleased with the final result and use the ideas wall along the long wall to good effect.

If you have any partitioning requirements that are perhaps a bit complicated and you are not sure on how things can be done, then we are sure we can help.

Please call 01380 73 8844 or email us via the contact form on this website, or at [email protected]

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End of Lease Dilapidation work in Calne

End of Lease Dilapidation work in Calne

Client: Fabrinet
Value: £365k

Cre8tive Interiors had been a provider of Office Interior fit out and refurbishment work over many years for Fabrinet in Calne. The previous name was Exceptions EMS and we had been carrying out work at the premises since 2014 to 2023. It was a complete surprise to find that the site was closing in 2023 with the loss of 100 jobs. For us, over the years we had carried out many projects, and actually knew the building and the people quite well.

Dilapidation work

When we were advised of the close, the management team contact us as they were presented with a £1.2m dilapidation bill from the landlord.

Fabrinet only rented the space, and over the years had installed many things, much of which had to be stripped out. All of the equipment was going to Thailand where Fabrinet has another facility, there were centralizing production, having closed their factory in Germany as well, earlier on in the year.

The big issue really was that Fabrinet obviously did not want to spend that kind of money and as the business was closing the first priority was the staff. Once the staff were sorted there was a limited amount left. It was then a case of prioritizing, going through each section to make sure it is the best that could be done with the money.

Scope of work

There were a great many things we had to do. Below is a list which probably does not show the scale of what we did as the areas were huge.

  • Stripping out all of the partitioning we had installed over the years on the ground floor, with the suspended ceilings inside them as well.
  • Removal of the metal skinned secure assembly area.
  • Replacing of suspended ceilings in many rooms, some were replacement of grid as well.
  • Replacement of carpet
  • Painting the whole of the building inside, as well as underneath the first floor, all staircases.
  • Check operation and repair all 103 internal doors.
  • Repair of all external doors.
  • Stripping out of redundant cables, removal of the old air conditioning systems and replacement.
  • Servicing all of the existing air conditioning and ventilation systems
  • Repair of the gas fired overhead Ambi-rad heating system.
  • Replacement of window boards

Some drawings and documents produced..

In order to cost all of the areas properly, we had to create many drawings and detail all of the activities that needed to be done. One of them that was time consuming, was that each door had to be looked at and cleaned / replaced if the oil from door closers had leaked into the wood, replacing damaged kickplates, push plates, replacing door closers and checking for gaps in the doors. There were 103 doors. We produced a schedule and then costed the work on each door.

A few initial photos

Throughout all of the years of doing work at Fabrinet, we were not allowed to take any photos. The only ones we could take were when they were closing and we managed to take a few just before we started the stripping out work. All of the equipment seen was being removed and shipped to Thailand or being sold.

Some work in progress and completed photos

It was demoralising to remove much of what we built on the shop floor over many years, not as bad for the employees losing their jobs of course. The key word with it all is of course demountable partitioning. It was all aluminium framed and easily removed, just a vast amount of it. All of the offices needed new ceilings, or replacement tiles, most needed carpets and decoration throughout.

Some completed photos

Dilapidation Schedules

Over the years it never ceases to amaze us how much surveyor costs are but fully appreciate they are to a particular code of estimating, which they all have to follow. As Cre8tive Interiors actually does the work and does not subcontract the majority of work we can actually do the work much cheaper than many traditional builders. All they would so is sub to us for the partitioning, ceilings, ac and ventilation work, so we may as well just do the work anyway.

Always interested in looking at leases at the time to move, if we can help in anyway and save money, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Green credentials for Cre8tive Interiors

Green credentials for Cre8tive Interiors
Cre8tive Interiors solar panels

Solar Panels

We decided in 2015 to make use of the roof space on our Unit in Devizes by installing 50 solar panels on the roof.

The peak power that the panels can produce is 14kwh and we have a 14kwh inverter at the building which needed special permission from SSE. The standard permitted for most buildings is 3.7kwh.

Natural light into the office space

The roof has natural light panels installed, the upstairs office space has no suspended ceiling, we wanted to keep the light panels free from being blocked up by the solar panels to continue letting light into the office.

When we look at office space design, we are always conscious of maximizing natural light into any office space. It is one of the reasons why we try and introduce glass partitioning as much as possible. Natural light is always better than artificial light.

Although we are in the business of installing suspended ceilings, in our office we chose not to install it upstairs so we could use the light panels in the roof. Most of spring and summer, we do not have the lights on.

EPC A rating

We have insulated all of the external walls to the building, and have LED lighting throughout. We have recently had the building assessed and were pleased to achieve an ‘A’ rating.

Tesla

A few years ago we decided to lease a completely electric car, a Tesla. We have no fuel costs to worry about as the car is charged overnight, and it is in line with our plan to reduce our carbon footprint.

Waste Recycling

All of our waste from projects is recycled. For us, we use proper skip recycling companies local to where the work is being carried out. We separate the waste, plasterboard unfortunately has to go into landfill but all of the steel, aluminum and timber removed from site is recycled. We always use commercial waste removal companies and take the waste removal seriously.

If you would like us to carry out any interior office or warehouse refurbishment work, please do give us a call on 01380 73 88 44, or email us at [email protected] and we would love to help.

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Cre8tive Interiors : The Best Company for Dilapidation Work in the South West

Cre8tive Interiors : The Best Company for Dilapidation Work in the South West
Poor state of the place

If you’re seeking a partner in the South West who genuinely understands the challenges and nuances of dilapidation work, Cre8tive Interiors is the name you want to remember. With more than two decades of experience creating, restoring and reconditioning commercial spaces, Cre8tive Interiors has carved out a reputation for reliability, careful project management, and a deep commitment to doing things properly.

To begin with, what sets Cre8tive Interiors apart is their complete grasp of the full lifecycle of commercial interiors, not just from a creative or aesthetic standpoint but from a legal, structural and contractual buffer. They don’t just walk in, paint a few walls, and hope for the best. They understand that dilapidation work — meaning the restoration of a premises back to a landlord’s required condition at the end of a lease — requires a precise blend of technical knowledge, regulatory compliance, attention to detail, and seamless coordination. On their services page you’ll see that “dilapidation works for offices and warehouses” is one of the core offerings.

Because Cre8tive Interiors is based in Devizes (Unit 7 Devizes Trade Centre, Hopton Park Industrial Estate, SN10 2EH), they are intimately familiar with the towns and cities of Wiltshire, Somerset, Gloucestershire and Dorset, and they use that geographic strength to deliver efficiently, without the uncertainty that sometimes comes from distant contractors.

One of the great advantages is that they bring together design, refurbishment, partitioning, fire protection, ceilings, structural alterations, and, crucially, the legal, health & safety and CDM (Construction Design & Management) responsibilities under one roof. In short, you don’t have to juggle multiple contractors, each pointing fingers at one another. Cre8tive handles contractor coordination, method statements, risk assessments, procuring insurance and ensuring compliance. Their article on project management outlines how they take responsibility for organising, sequencing, and controlling trades, meaning clients spend their time on their business, not chasing subcontractors.

Consider a company vacating office space in Swindon. Landlords commonly demand that the premises be restored to a given standard, walls repainted, partitioning removed or reinstated, electrical work tidied up, ceiling tiles replaced, and so on. That is exactly where Cre8tive Interiors’ dilapidation projects come in as a demonstration of their track record. They didn’t just superficially patch up; they stripped back, replaced fire protection systems, offered new suspended ceilings, redid column encasements and ensured the premises could meet rigorous inspection standards.

 

Heading west, Cre8tive has delivered projects across Bath, Taunton, Bridgwater, and Weston-super-Mare. These areas are at the edge of their reach but still within scope, and they’ve successfully completed dilapidation and refurbishment works there for businesses requiring high standards of compliance and finish.

Equally, moving east along the M4 corridor there are many businesses in Reading and Newbury, where dilapidation requirements are frequent due to office turnover. Cre8tive Interiors also covers Cirencester, Tewkesbury and Gloucester, ensuring that businesses in these key regional hubs have a dependable partner when it comes to end-of-lease responsibilities. Dorset, too, is well served, with Poole and its surrounding areas falling within their active project footprint.

The choice of Cre8tive Interiors also gives peace of mind when it comes to standards and responsibility. Dilapidation work isn’t cosmetic. It can involve structural repairs, fire ratings, reinstatement of services, integration with building regulations, and legal obligations. Cre8tive’s team is used to handling all of that behind the scenes, so you don’t have to worry whether one contractor forgot to liaise with another. Their about us page emphasises that Cre8tive combines engineering, planning and design sensibilities, and that their credentials allow them to handle regulatory and specification challenges with confidence.

Moreover, many clients underestimate how time consuming dilapidations can be. Cre8tive’s project management expertise becomes a differentiator. By filing the required notifications (for longer projects, the F10 notice under CDM), ensuring every subcontractor is properly insured, monitoring health & safety and coordinating the various trades, they reduce cost overruns and delays. Their project management blog spells out their philosophy in detail.

Another factor is their emphasis on quality and aftercare. They don’t deliver a substandard patch job just to tick boxes; they are committed to do the work properly. In their Swindon case, they didn’t just patch or repaint; they stripped and replaced fire protection materials to ensure full compliance rather than taking shortcuts.

If you explore more in their knowledge hub you’ll see posts and articles that help clients understand the various facets of fit outs, refurbishments, partitions and dilapidations. This educational transparency means clients feel informed, not left in the dark.

Why choose them over small “one man band” outfits in, say, Taunton or Bridgwater? Because when things get complex, involving multiple trades, fire rating, H&S and contract clauses, you want a team with breadth, experience, liability coverage, and a proven track record. Smaller firms may cut costs, but when a defect arises or a landlord disputes your handover, you’ll wish you had a firm that knew those pitfalls in advance. Cre8tive has that institutional knowledge built over more than twenty years.

 

In Bristol, for example, companies often turn to dilapidation specialists who focus only on reinstatement. Cre8tive’s advantage is you don’t just get one piece of the puzzle, you get full service restoration and transformation from their services hub, including partitioning, ceilings, fit out, and design.

If you want to contact them directly to discuss a dilapidation project in Swindon, Bath, Taunton, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare, Reading, Newbury, Cirencester, Tewkesbury, Gloucester or Poole, you can use their contact page to reach the team, or ring 01380 73 88 44.

In summary, if your business needs a dependable, capable and regionally grounded team to execute dilapidation work in the South West, Cre8tive Interiors is uniquely qualified. They combine design flair with technical grounding, regulatory know how, contractor coordination and quality standards. Whether your premises lie in Swindon, Bath, Bristol, Taunton, Reading, Newbury, Gloucester or Dorset, you benefit from their local presence, regional reach and deep experience.

The best thing to do if you are not sure what to do is to pick up the phone or email and we will see whether we can help.

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How to Find and Drive to Cre8tive Interiors from Across Wiltshire and Somerset

How to Find and Drive to Cre8tive Interiors from Across Wiltshire and Somerset

How to Find and Drive to Cre8tive Interiors from Across Wiltshire and Somerset

Whether you are visiting us for an initial consultation, a project meeting, or to see examples of our work in person, getting to Cre8tive Interiors is straightforward. We are based in the heart of the South West, with convenient road links from all major towns and cities in Wiltshire and Somerset.

Below, we’ve outlined driving directions from key locations so you can plan your visit with ease.

From Devizes

From Devizes town centre, head south on the A361 towards Melksham. Continue until you reach the roundabout at Seend, then take the A365 towards Melksham. Follow signs towards the Bowerhill Industrial Estate, where our premises are located. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes depending on traffic.

From Trowbridge

Leave Trowbridge via the A361 towards Melksham. At the Semington roundabout, follow signs for the A350 heading north. Exit towards Melksham, then follow signs to the Bowerhill Industrial Estate. Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.

From Melksham

From Melksham town centre, head east towards the A365 Devizes Road. Follow signs for Bowerhill and continue straight until you reach the industrial estate. We are just a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Melksham.

From Chippenham

Take the A350 southbound towards Melksham. At the Melksham roundabout, follow the A365 towards Devizes. Continue for a short distance before turning into Bowerhill Industrial Estate. The drive from Chippenham takes around 20 minutes.

From Calne

From Calne, follow the A3102 south until you reach the A342 towards Devizes. Continue through the town and take the A361 towards Melksham. At the Seend roundabout, turn onto the A365 and head towards Bowerhill. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes.

From Bath

Leave Bath on the A4 towards Chippenham. At the Box junction, follow signs for the A365 towards Melksham. Continue through the town and follow signs to Bowerhill Industrial Estate. The journey is typically 35 minutes depending on traffic.

 

From Frome

Take the A361 north towards Trowbridge. Continue to Semington and follow signs for the A350 northbound. Exit towards Melksham, then follow the A365 towards Devizes and turn into the Bowerhill Industrial Estate. Journey time is around 35 minutes.

From Warminster

Head north on the A350 towards Trowbridge. Continue on the A350 until you reach the Melksham turn-off, then follow the A365 towards Devizes and enter Bowerhill Industrial Estate. The drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

From Westbury

Leave Westbury via the A350 heading north. Continue until you reach the Melksham exit, then follow the A365 towards Devizes. Turn into the Bowerhill Industrial Estate. The journey should take about 30 minutes.

From Swindon

Take the A3102 towards Calne, then follow the A342 to Devizes. From Devizes, head west on the A361 towards Melksham. At Seend, take the A365 towards Bowerhill Industrial Estate. Expect a drive of about 50 minutes.

Parking Information

We have on-site parking available for visitors. When you arrive at the Bowerhill Industrial Estate, follow the signs to our unit and you will find clearly marked visitor spaces outside our building.

Plan Your Visit
If you are unsure of the best route or would like assistance with directions, please call our office and our team will be happy to guide you. We look forward to welcoming you to Cre8tive Interiors.

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Cre8tive Interiors Knowledge Hub

Cre8tive Interiors Knowledge Hub

Cre8tive Interiors Knowledge Hub

  1. What does Cre8tive Interiors do?

Cre8tive Interiors specialises in designing and delivering innovative, creative office fit-outs across the South West of England. With over 20 years of experience, they offer end-to-end services from consultation and design through to project management and completion, ensuring minimal disruption to your business.

  1. What is space planning and how do you approach it?

Space planning is the process of designing office layouts to optimise structure, lighting, air flow, HVAC, acoustics, communications, storage, and user comfort while ensuring compliance with building regulations. Cre8tive uses CAD visuals, storey boards, and 3D sketches to help clients visualise and refine layouts based on budget and practical considerations.

  1. What types of partitioning do you install?

Cre8tive offers office partitioning solutions including demountable (movable) and general partitioning systems. With over 15 years of experience, their team understands the variety of systems on the market and can advise on the most practical and flexible options for a space.

  1. What does office fit-out and refurbishment involve?

Office fit-outs and refurbishments at Cre8tive range from minor redecoration for small offices to full-scale projects that integrate layout planning, MEP installation, partitions, finishes, and decoration. Services are customised to the client’s needs and budget, with full support from design through execution.

  1. Why install suspended ceilings?

Suspended ceilings allow easy concealment of services such as HVAC, plumbing, and data cabling while offering quick installation and a clean aesthetic. They are frequently used in refurbishment and fit-out projects where access and appearance are critical.

  1. What are mezzanine floors and what should I consider?

Mezzanine floors provide extra usable space without expanding a building’s footprint. Cre8tive installs new or modifies existing mezzanines while ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, especially fire safety and structural standards.

  1. What is included in air conditioning servicing?

Cre8tive installs and services air conditioning and ventilation systems, predominantly from trusted brands such as Daikin, LG, and Fujitsu. They offer yearly maintenance plans to help with performance, longevity, and avoiding expensive breakdowns, even for older systems.

  1. What does “dilapidation work” mean?

Dilapidation work refers to refurbishing a space to meet the landlord’s vacating requirements. Cre8tive handles both the outgoing space, bringing it up to standard, and the incoming fit-out, managing both ends of the move process seamlessly.

  1. How do you handle Health and Safety and CDM compliance?

For any project involving five or more people on site or lasting more than 30 days, Cre8tive ensures full compliance with CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations. They provide planning, supervision, and project management aligned with legal standards.

  1. What are storage wall solutions?

Storage wall systems are custom-built wall units that maximise vertical space for storage while maintaining a clean look. They are ideal for offices and shared spaces that need efficient and organised storage.

  1. What is involved in operable walls?

Operable walls are flexible room dividers used to create dynamic spaces. Cre8tive installs them to suit changing layouts and functional needs, supporting adaptability within an office.

  1. What can you tell me about your project gallery?

Cre8tive’s projects span suspended ceilings, mezzanine floors, partitions, storage walls, air conditioning installations, refurbishments, and more. These have been completed across locations such as Chippenham, Devizes, Trowbridge, Melksham, and Swindon. Notable clients include John Guest, CMD Recruitment, Ari Fleet, and many others.

  1. How do you manage project design and visuals?

Cre8tive creates initial design proposals using CAD, visualisation sketches, and storey boards. They take into account structural, regulatory, and environmental factors to ensure plans are both practical and compliant.

  1. What are your core values and differentiators?

Cre8tive combines decades of experience with a client-focused ethos, planning carefully, managing projects thoroughly, and treating clients with flexibility and professionalism. Their work demonstrates reliability, responsiveness, and quality, as reflected in glowing client testimonials.

Knowledge Hub Structure Summary

Category Key Topics
Workspace and Design Space planning, operable walls, mezzanine floors
Fit-out and Refurbishment Office fit-out vs refurbishment, suspended ceilings, partitions
Climate and Systems Air conditioning installation and servicing
Compliance and Safety CDM compliance, dilapidation work
Storage Solutions Storage wall systems
Visualisation and Design CAD-based designs, 3D plans, compliance visualisation
Projects and Case Studies Examples across local towns, industries, and services

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Transforming Workspaces Across Wiltshire and Beyond with Cre8tive Interiors

Transforming Workspaces Across Wiltshire and Beyond with Cre8tive Interiors

At Cre8tive Interiors, we pride ourselves on delivering intelligent, stylish, and functional workplace solutions. Whether you are looking to improve efficiency, boost productivity, or simply create a more appealing working environment, our expert team offers a wide range of services to suit every need.

One of our most popular services is storage wall solutions Trowbridge, a space-saving innovation that transforms cluttered offices into organised, professional workspaces. These storage wall solutions Trowbridge are designed to blend seamlessly with your office style while maximising storage capacity. Businesses that choose our storage wall solutions Trowbridge often find that staff productivity increases thanks to a cleaner, more organised environment.

We offer the same expertise with storage wall solutions Melksham, helping local businesses create efficient layouts without compromising on style. Our storage wall solutions Melksham are tailored to suit individual requirements, ensuring they fit perfectly into your office space. Clients who opt for our storage wall solutions Melksham quickly see the benefit of having everything in its place while still enjoying a sleek design.

Keeping your workplace comfortable is essential, which is why we have a highly skilled team of air conditioning installers Trowbridge ready to deliver reliable climate control solutions. Our air conditioning installers Trowbridge provide systems that ensure year-round comfort, helping to create a productive work environment. For those upgrading their offices, our air conditioning installers Trowbridge ensure minimal disruption while delivering top-quality installation work.

For ongoing maintenance, our air conditioning servicing Devizes team offers thorough and efficient checks to keep your systems running at peak performance. Regular air conditioning servicing Devizes helps prevent costly breakdowns, extends equipment life, and ensures a consistent temperature. Our trusted air conditioning servicing Devizes service is known for its reliability and attention to detail.

We are also proud to have a team of professional air conditioning installers Devizes who can fit new systems tailored to your exact needs. Our air conditioning installers Devizes work closely with you to ensure the installation process is smooth, efficient, and of the highest quality. Clients value our air conditioning installers Devizes for their technical expertise and customer-focused approach.

If you need to create more workspace, our extra office space solutions Trowbridge can transform underused areas into productive zones. With extra office space solutions Trowbridge, you can optimise your layout without moving premises. Many clients have praised our extra office space solutions Trowbridge for helping them grow without incurring relocation costs.

We also provide trusted air conditioning installers Chippenham, delivering both small-scale and large-scale installations. Our air conditioning installers Chippenham ensure each project is completed on time and to specification. Businesses rely on our air conditioning installers Chippenham for professional results that enhance comfort and productivity.

When it comes to creating functional upper-level work areas, our mezzanine floor solutions Chippenham are second to none. We design and install mezzanine floor solutions Chippenham that provide extra space without extending your building footprint. Clients who invest in our mezzanine floor solutions Chippenham benefit from increased capacity and improved workflow.

Our extra office space solutions Chippenham offer flexible, cost-effective ways to expand. From reconfiguring layouts to clever partitioning, extra office space solutions Chippenham can dramatically change how you use your premises. The beauty of our extra office space solutions Chippenham is that they adapt to your evolving business needs.

We continue to support clients with air conditioning servicing Trowbridge, ensuring their climate control systems remain reliable all year round. Our air conditioning servicing Trowbridge team delivers preventative maintenance that minimises downtime. Businesses know they can trust our air conditioning servicing Trowbridge for consistent and professional care.

Similarly, our air conditioning servicing Chippenham ensures businesses enjoy comfortable conditions regardless of the season. Our air conditioning servicing Chippenham includes a detailed inspection, cleaning, and performance testing. Companies turn to our air conditioning servicing Chippenham for dependable, cost-effective service.

For companies in need of additional workspace, we provide mezzanine floor solutions Devizes to maximise unused vertical space. Our mezzanine floor solutions Devizes can house offices, meeting rooms, or storage areas. Clients who have chosen our mezzanine floor solutions Devizes appreciate the quick turnaround and efficient installation.

Businesses in Somerset can benefit from our skilled air conditioning installers Frome, delivering tailored solutions to suit each workspace. Our air conditioning installers Frome take pride in achieving flawless results with minimal disruption. We have built a strong reputation as the go-to air conditioning installers Frome for quality and reliability.

Maintaining comfortable conditions is easy with our air conditioning servicing Frome team. We perform comprehensive air conditioning servicing Frome to ensure systems operate efficiently. Businesses value our air conditioning servicing Frome for preventing problems before they occur.

For those in Wiltshire, our air conditioning servicing Melksham keeps equipment in top condition all year. Our air conditioning servicing Melksham is thorough, professional, and designed to save you money in the long run. Clients who use our air conditioning servicing Melksham often experience improved system performance and energy efficiency.

We are also experts in extra office space solutions Frome, creating functional areas that help businesses thrive. Our extra office space solutions Frome are designed with practicality and style in mind. Many customers choose our extra office space solutions Frome to accommodate growing teams without moving location.

When it comes to multi-level design, our mezzanine floor solutions Frome offer exceptional value. We create mezzanine floor solutions Frome that meet specific business needs, from storage to additional offices. Businesses love our mezzanine floor solutions Frome for their durability and practicality.

We also deliver mezzanine floor solutions Melksham to businesses seeking to increase capacity without expansion. Our mezzanine floor solutions Melksham make smart use of vertical space. Companies benefit from our mezzanine floor solutions Melksham by gaining more usable area without major construction.

In addition, we offer office refurbishment Frome to give workplaces a fresh, modern look. Our office refurbishment Frome services cover everything from flooring to lighting. Many clients have seen staff morale and productivity improve after our office refurbishment Frome projects.

Our skilled team also handles suspended ceiling installation Frome, improving acoustics, insulation, and aesthetics. Businesses choose our suspended ceiling installation Frome for a clean, professional finish. The benefits of our suspended ceiling installation Frome extend beyond appearance to energy efficiency.

Finally, our air conditioning installers Melksham provide expert solutions tailored to your business. Our air conditioning installers Melksham deliver precision installations that enhance comfort and efficiency. Clients rely on our air conditioning installers Melksham for consistent, high-quality results.

As a trusted office partitioning company Frome, we create smart divisions that maximise space without sacrificing style. Our office partitioning company Frome services are perfect for creating meeting rooms, private offices, or collaborative zones. Businesses appreciate the flexibility our office partitioning company Frome solutions provide.

If you are considering extra office space solutions Melksham, our team is ready to help. Our extra office space solutions Melksham are cost-effective and tailored to your needs. Many clients credit our extra office space solutions Melksham with helping them scale up quickly and efficiently.

From storage to climate control, mezzanines to refurbishments, Cre8tive Interiors has the expertise to transform your workplace into a space that truly works for you.

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