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Modern office lounge space with sleek charcoal sofas, positioned around a low-profile coffee table. A vibrant, vertical stripe painting adds a pop of color against the neutral walls. Overhead, a circular pendant light fixture anchors the seating area, while floor-to-ceiling glass partitions provide transparency to adjoining workspaces.
Modern office lounge space with sleek charcoal sofas, positioned around a low-profile coffee table. A vibrant, vertical stripe painting adds a pop of color against the neutral walls. Overhead, a circular pendant light fixture anchors the seating area, while floor-to-ceiling glass partitions provide transparency to adjoining workspaces.

Private Equity Firm

A Search for the Perfect Office

Size 26,000 sf

Location London, UK

Services Interior Design, Strategy

Sectors Financial

Specialty Studios Ark

Modern office lobby with light wood floors, a sleek reception desk, and a casual seating area. Neutral tones with natural light give the space a welcoming ambience. Contemporary art pieces adorn the walls, enhancing the professional yet comfortable environment.

This client required a high-end yet innovative workplace that would better reflect their corporate identity, support their culture, and allow for future growth within the business. As part of the project, HLW carried out a thorough building selection and due diligence analysis for the client, investigating four sites with new developments and existing buildings. Once the site was selected, we made their vision come to life.

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