“Who else wants a new office or reception area that delivers style and professionalism?”

Specialist Schools Trust

Introduction

The Specialist Schools Trust (SST) is the leading organisation devoted to the development and support of the Government’s specialist secondary schools programme. Part-funded by the Department of Education, the Trust which is at the heart of 2600 affiliated secondary schools has headquarters at Millbank Tower, South West London.

Panther Interiors have worked closely with the SST for a number of years so they naturally turned to us when their offices were scheduled for upgrade.

The brief

The SST offices were being expanded to an additional floor at Millbank Tower, resulting in an extra 7,400 feet of workspace. Panther Interiors were asked to submit plans that would maximise the area’s efficiency, based on the existing office’s successful layout. We provided detailed illustrations showing the footprint of all furniture, and how different areas of the office would interact. We were able to demonstrate the optimum office layout to maximise work output and staff convenience.

What we did

Our designs were accepted. The new floor was planned to accommodate 80 staff  with provision for meeting rooms. The plan involved a reshuffle of departments and relocating 50 staff who had been  temporarily housed on another floor of the building. This entailed the relocating and recommissioning of corresponding telephone and computer systems.

Eighty workstations and four meeting rooms were refitted to include:

• Comfortable but practical furnishings.
• An effective cable management system using the existing wall mounted trunking and an integrated power supply at each desk.
• Comprehensive storage solutions including full-height storage wall covering 27 linear metres.

The result

Work was completed on schedule with the minimum of disruption and we have since been asked to refurbish and furnish two new regional offices. Works have included offices and a meeting facility for 30 delegates, double glazed partitioning, installation of kitchens, Cat5e network cabling and installation and commissioning of telephone systems.

“A fantastic service that meets all our requirements... We particularly like working with [Panther] because our needs always come first and they never fail to deliver.”
Thelma Shields, Specialist Schools Trust

7city Learning

Introduction

7city Learning is the leading training provider to the world’s most respected financial institutions.
Panther Interiors have carried out numerous contracts for the company at their London city base, one of which was a refurbishment of their main reception area.

The brief

Panther Interiors were asked to create a dual-purpose reception space that would provide a welcoming atmosphere for visitors, while also acting as a relaxing break-out area for delegates in between classes. The space also needed to reflect 7city Learning’s leading market position with stylish and contemporary furnishings that promote the modern, forward-thinking image of the company.

What we did

To achieve the best result possible, from the beginning we listened very carefully to 7city’s needs. In particular the requirement for a comfortable and relaxing break-out area. We were able to agree 
a floor plan incorporating a mix of sofas and armchairs together with an imposing reception desk to accommodate two receptionists.

A specially selected range of attractive soft seating which reflects the corporate colours provides a comfortable but practical waiting space for delegates. We also supplied a stunning backlit maple veneer reception desk that acts as the main focal point for visitors.

The result

The new layout satisfied all necessary criteria set out by the company. Their reception is now bright, warm and inviting and creates a welcoming impression for delegates and visiting clients.

“When the college had a big requirement for office furniture we naturally asked Panther to supply it because they previously supplied an immaculate, personal customer service.” 

P. Shaw, Operational Director, 7city Learning

Casewise Systems

Introduction

Casewise Systems supply software and services for Business Process Analysis on a global scale. Having outgrown their London facility, were relocating to a prestigious new state-of-the-art European headquarters in Watford.

The brief

The company commissioned a brand new 13,250 sq. foot office space to house all their operations in two wings laid out over one floor; from sales and administration, to training and software development and executive meeting rooms. The company required a generous reception area to accommodate numerous delegates for seminars and for training, generous storage facilities that would not compromise the open plan feel of the all-glass office and furniture that would strike the right note for a dynamic modern business in a stunning contemporary office.

What we did

We agreed on a desking range which is beautifully engineered to create clean simple lines, mid height storage taken to the height of the desk mounted screens to form natural divides and meeting and training room furniture to exude the same opulence and luxury of the maple and cherry veneered reception desk.

With a carefully planned installation schedule, everything went precisely to plan and works were completed in express time.

The major task of fitting out the office space included supplying a range of desking and storage solutions for 90 workstations, reception, training facilities and executive meeting rooms. All furnishings maximised comfort and practicality in a clean, contemporary style.

The result

All agree that the refurbished office space is spectacular. The ergonomic workstations ensure employees can work safely and comfortably, and the luxury meeting rooms and training suites present a stylish, professional image to visitors and senior decision makers alike.

“The clients are definitely impressed; they always comment on the offices – how professional and smart they are. Ray is delighted as it gives a very good impression and we are seen as a serious company. We look like we’re growing – And the staff feel pride when inviting clients here; it’s made a big difference.”
- Christina Payne, PA to Ray Pearman (MD) Casewise floor office