Yes. We regularly deliver projects in live environments using phased works and isolation strategies to minimise disruption to business operations.
A workspace shouldn’t just keep up with the way your organisation operates, it should help drive it forward.
DBSJ’s office refurbishment and fit out service transforms outdated or underperforming offices into modern, engaging and efficient environments that support your people and your business. We offer a faster, safer and more predictable delivery thanks to our integrated approach and robust programme control for occupied and phased works.
With us, you get one accountable partner for both refurbishment and fit out that guarantees high craft standards through in-house joinery and shopfit divisions. Whether you’re refreshing a single floor or reimagining a full headquarters, we take care of everything from design to delivery to ensure your workplace looks better, works better and feels better. Our solutions are tailored to both premium head offices and high-performance everyday workspaces, offering results that focus equally on people, performance and long-term value.
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We collaborated with DBSJ on a 6,600sqft project that combined the strip-out and removal of all existing features and finishes. Works continued into the demolition of the existing bank vaults with 3ft thick walls located in the basement. DBSJ’s involvement contributed to a well-managed process.
As with any refurbishment, understanding the difference between CAT A and CAT B fit outs is essential. For landlords, this often means bringing an older space back up to CAT A standard to attract new tenants. For occupiers, refurbishment usually involves a CAT B fit out, enhancing design, layout and technology to create a more productive and visually appealing, modern office interior design. In many cases, an office refurbishment project bridges the gap between the two, moving a space from CAT A to CAT B or upgrading an existing CAT B fit out to meet the demands of modern working.
Exceptional experience
A successful office refurbishment is built on clarity, safety and care for the people involved
A successful commercial office refurbishment starts with understanding what isn’t working and what the space needs to achieve. Equally important is a strong health and safety culture that safeguards everyone on-site. Clear protocols, active risk management and a commitment to wellbeing ensure the refurbishment progresses safely from start to finish. This is achieved through strict site protocols, continuous monitoring of what happens on-site.
Quality is the foundation that transforms an office refurbishment into a lasting investment
A successful office refurbishment begins by identifying what the space must deliver for people. Achieving an exceptional outcome requires a consistent focus on quality, ensuring every decision, detail and component contributes to a durable, functional and visually refined office fit out. This is supported by structured quality control processes, specialist expertise and close oversight that guarantee results you can rely on time and time again.
Custom joinery brings adds lasting value to refurbished office environments
In an office refurbishment, beautifully made joinery has the power to transform everyday offices into spaces people want to spend time in. Bespoke elements, from reception centres to collaborative furniture, rely on craftsmanship that blends skill, technique and an eye for detail. Through meticulous workmanship and state-of-the art joinery manufacturing, each piece is produced to high standards, ensuring quality that can be seen and felt.
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More about DBSJ
DBSJ is an award-winning interiors fit out contractor for the office, retail, and hospitality sectors. Today, it is recognised as one of Britain’s fastest-growing private companies after being included in The Sunday Times 100, Britain’s fastest-growing private companies league table and the UK Fast Growth Index.
Our growing team of 75 people is headquartered in Bramling Workshops just outside Canterbury in Kent and our design studio in Faversham, supported by satellite offices in Manchester, Cambridge and Edinburgh.
Frequently asked questions
It varies by client need. It can range from updating finishes and furniture to full structural changes, M&E upgrades, layout reconfiguration, improved acoustics, hybrid-working infrastructure and amenities.
Office refurbishment cost is influenced by size, scope, specification level, building condition and operational requirements. We offer transparent pricing, early cost modelling and value engineering throughout the process to ensure the best results for your budget.
Absolutely. DBSJ offers full office fit out services, including concept design, technical design, cost planning, build and delivery – all from one integrated team.
Yes. From upgrading a single suite to transforming multi-storey offices and nationwide portfolios, our model scales to match your requirement.
Case Study
A truly integrated 17,000 ft² CAT A and B fit-out, including custom joinery, for IWG in Cardiff
Case Study
Our partnership with SSP: the importance of strip-outs to transform retail spaces
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