Office Design & Fit Out Specialists in Guildford
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Office Design & Fit Out Specialists in Guildford

Workplace design and fit out expertise trusted by leading businesses throughout Guildford and the South East.

  • Delivering Workplace Transformation Across the South East

    The South East is one of the UK’s most competitive commercial regions — balancing proximity to London with its own thriving ecosystem of innovation, enterprise, and investment.

    From corporate HQs in Guildford to life sciences labs and scale-up hubs across the Thames Valley, businesses here are rethinking how their workplaces need to perform in a new era of work.

    Our Oktra South team, based in Guildford, supports organisations across the South East to design and deliver high-impact, future-ready workspaces. Our deep regional experience means we understand the challenges of fragmented estates, fast-growth demands, hybrid working, and complex landlord-tenant dynamics. We act as a true project partner, bringing together strategic thinking, creative design, and delivery precision to help you unlock more value from your space.

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  • Intelligent Office Design Backed by Delivery Expertise

    Designing a workspace is about more than choosing finishes—it’s about shaping how your business performs. In Guildford and across the South East, we work with clients to design environments that are aligned to their culture, operations, and future ambitions. From hybrid working strategies to ESG goals and talent retention, we translate business priorities into high-performance workplaces.

    Whether you’re planning a full relocation or refreshing your current fit out, we offer a consultative, end-to-end service. Our Oktra South team combines workplace strategy, space planning, conceptual design, and technical detailing — all integrated with the expertise of a delivery partner who knows what it takes to bring complex projects to life. We also support clients with office refurbishment projects across the region, helping reposition underused or outdated spaces to meet modern demands.

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  • How Much Does South East Office Space Cost?

    With high-performing towns like Guildford, Reading, and Maidenhead sitting just outside the London fringe, the South East has become a competitive choice for businesses balancing quality, location, and cost. Rents are influenced by proximity to transport hubs, property grade, and lease flexibility—often with London-level expectations, but regional constraints.

    Getting accurate cost data is critical for shaping your workplace strategy, managing stakeholder expectations, and building the right business case for investment. We publish regular rent reports for the South East to help occupiers, landlords, and developers make informed, confident decisions.

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  • Our Projects in the South East

    Our Guildford-based team has partnered with organisations throughout the region — from landlords repositioning assets to occupiers reimagining their HQs — to design and deliver spaces that are strategic, sustainable, and built for long-term value.

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    See how we reimagined Bottle Works into a flagship coworking space—combining industrial heritage with modern workplace flexibility.

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    Explore how our fit out of Genewiz’s lab space combined specialist technical requirements with clean, modern design.

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    See how we brought Supermassive’s culture to life in Guildford through creative studio spaces and dynamic interiors.

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    • Frequently Asked Questions

    • Arrow Icon How much does an office fit out cost in the South East?

      Costs vary depending on location, building condition, and project scope. Our South East Fit Out Cost Guide includes typical ranges for Cat A, Cat B and refurbishment projects across the region.

      Arrow Icon Do you work in towns outside of Guildford?

      Yes. We regularly deliver projects across the South East, including Reading, Brighton, Bristol, Thames Valley, and Maidenhead. Our team understands the regional submarkets and local planning/logistics considerations.

      Arrow Icon What’s the difference between Cat A and Cat B fit out?

      Cat A is the base build—often used for landlord handovers—while Cat B includes the full tenant-ready space with meeting rooms, kitchens, finishes and furniture. Our Guildford team also deliver Cat A+ for turnkey solutions.

      Arrow Icon Can you help with office refurbishment projects?

      Absolutely. We support both landlords and occupiers with office refurbishments, from minor upgrades to full strip-out and repositioning projects. Refurbishment can be a smart alternative to relocation in many South East buildings.

      Arrow Icon Do you offer workplace consultancy as a standalone service?

      Yes. Our workplace consultancy team helps businesses define their spatial strategy, understand team behaviours, and plan for future growth—whether or not we go on to deliver the build.

      Arrow Icon Can you help with sustainability and ESG requirements?

      Definitely. We integrate sustainable materials, energy efficiency, and ESG reporting into our designs. We also support clients targeting certifications like BREEAM or NABERS UK.