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Cat B Office Fit Out in London for Optiver

  • Optiver

    London EC4 / Financial, Technology / 30,000 sq ft / 25 weeks

  • Future-facing vision

    Following a period of rapid growth in the UK, top-tier trading firm Optiver opted to relocate from their serviced office to a 30,000 sq ft office space to accommodate new talent in their London office. They wanted to create the office space of the future for their staff and worked with us to develop a flexible, people-centric workspace that became the international design standards for their offices around the world.

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  • Transition to a landmark office

    Optiver were looking to create a landmark office that would communicate their company ethos and attract young talent in the FinTech sector. To help realise their vision, we went through a collaborative design process to create a modern and inviting space that would help to maintain a consistent and positive workplace culture as the company expands and transitions to their own branded workspace.

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  • Designed for function

    We carried out a full strip out of the space, rectified Cat A issues, and delivered a Cat B fit out of the split-level workspace to ensure it was fully tailored to our client’s needs. The ceiling was taken out to create maximum volume within the work and breakout areas, and an entirely new LED lighting system was installed with a bold blue mesh ceiling to add depth to the workspace and ensure it felt bright and spacious.

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  • People-centric workspace

    Optiver’s new office space includes a variety of meeting and collaborative space as well as a large breakout area on the ground floor, including a barista station and games area for staff to enjoy, which leads to a 100-person trading floor on the second level of the workspace. Natural wood and planting are juxtaposed with a bold orange and royal blue colour palette to create a warm and welcoming workspace designed for their people.

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  • Brand identification

    The interconnecting staircase following from the breakout area to the trading floor is a main feature of the space, with a double-sided 6.5m video wall extending from the ground to first floor allowing the trading firm to project their company branding and client-generated content. Subtle incorporations of Optiver’s logo are utilised on the glass manifestation of meeting rooms, complemented by their brand colours found in statement walls and furnishings, all contributing to a cohesive branded workspace.

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  • Sustainable design guidelines

    Throughout the project, we incorporated innovative solutions that minimise the environmental impact of the Optiver’s office space, sourcing sustainable materials and ensuring minimal waste from construction. The future-facing office design surpasses standards required by regulations and was awarded a SKA Gold rating, as well as forming the global design guidelines by Optiver, which will be deployed across their offices worldwide.

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