07 Feb Faithful+Gould opens new office at historic Epsom site
Faithful+Gould, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, has moved into a new 10,000 m2 office in Woodcote Grove, Epsom, on the same site where the company was first based in the 1960s.
The office, which was conceptually designed by Atkins’ architects, offers a modern, efficient and flexible workspace for 1,300 multi-disciplinary staff, featuring open layouts, interlinked with meeting and relaxation areas as well as a series of quiet pods.
Sustainability played a key role in the design, with the building strategically positioned to maximise on solar benefits, ventilation and natural light. The building was also developed in line with the highest sustainability standards, including receiving a BREEAM Excellent rating and an A-rated Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
Richard Robinson, CEO, Atkins, said: “Woodcote Grove is a special place for Atkins, being the site where Sir William Atkins established a base for the company more than 50 years ago. Since then, we have seen the company flourish and the needs of employees evolve. The agile environment at the new office puts collaboration, efficiency and sustainability at its core. I look forward to seeing the interdisciplinary team based in Woodcote Grove continue to drive digital innovation and deliver value to clients and the local community from this modern new hub.”
HBD, formerly known as Henry Boot Developments, were chosen as delivery partner from the design stage, with Speller Metcalfe appointed to deliver the building shell and other Category A works. With Faithful+Gould as team lead, Modus Workspace was chosen to manage the Category B fit-out and installation of fixtures, furniture and equipment to complete the building ready for its opening. Faithful+Gould also project managed the movement of staff from the old facilities on the Epsom Estate to the new site.