The Shard: Office Design and Fit Out in London’s Most Iconic Skyscraper

Working in high-rise buildings presents unique challenges, and The Shard is no exception. With its rigorous building management and quality standards, along with the logistical complexities of moving people and materials through the loading bays and elevators, the process requires meticulous planning.

Designed by Renzo Piano, The Shard is described as a vertical city within its 95 storeys, housing retail spaces, offices, apartments, restaurants, a hotel, and a public viewing gallery.

Standing at 310 meters high, The Shard is the tallest building in the UK and one of the tallest in Western Europe. What began as a sketch on a napkin has evolved into one of the most iconic buildings in London and Europe.

In 2013, we were appointed by Foresight Group to design and fit out their new offices in The Shard, marking only the second lease signed in the building. When they moved in 2014, the impact on their business was immediate and transformative. Within six months, Foresight Group was negotiating to expand their space to more than double the size on a higher floor.

A testament to strategic office design

The finishes throughout Foresight’s office space reflect the high standards expected in such a prestigious location. Just a year after they first moved in, we completed an additional project for them, adding another suite to their office.

Foresight’s strategic use of location and office design has been instrumental in their success, contributing to a remarkable 40% annual compound growth since relocating to The Shard.

Our successful collaboration with Foresight and the excellent relationship we established with The Shard’s management team led to many more opportunities.

Remarkably, every business we’ve designed office for in The Shard have flourished, underscoring the power of location and the influence of effective office interior design on business success.

The Shard’s influence on business growth

The potential of The Shard as a business location is undeniable. Office interior design here serves as a powerful extension of a company’s brand and a reinforcement of its culture.

For example, Matches Fashion, who had already seen explosive growth with their shift from traditional retail to online, solidified their market position with their move to The Shard, playing a crucial role in their next investment cycle.

Expert office design in landmark buildings

Visitors to these offices are greeted in style, with stunning reception areas and breathtaking views from boardrooms that overlook London’s skyline.

As leading workplace consultants, designers and construction specialists, we have completed over 5,000 projects, including office design, fit-out, space planning, visualisation, relocation, refurbishment, and furniture procurement.

If you’re looking for expertise in office design and fit out, particularly in landmark buildings like The Shard, get in touch.