Telex speak, Dolly Parton, toxic coffee: the workplace in five objects Published on 02 May 2018 Guest Author To mark the 23rd anniversary of founding IRS, it was with a hint of playfulness and nostalgia that Brian McGee and I worked together on this second in our series of articles together. Read more
Croydon's New South Quarter: seven facts to stoke pub-quiz envy Published on 12 Feb 2018 Guest Author Amaze your friends and stir envy among the pub-quiz team with your knowledge of the neighbourhood next to Purley Way, a short tram ride from Croydon town centre. Read more
Avoiding the pitfalls of dilapidation Published on 07 Feb 2018 Bob Dickinson As a commercial tenant, when you come to the end of the lease on yourproperty, the landlord will be expecting the property to be returned inthe same condition as when you originally signed the lease. Read more
Demountable mezzanine systems and planning permission Published on 20 Dec 2017 Bob Dickinson We recently needed to install a mezzanine to double the client’s available office space, but there were two key factors to take into consideration when deciding on the construction of the mezzanine. Read more
Social hubs and the dizzy heights of innovative workspaces Published on 24 Jul 2017 Bob Dickinson Over the last two decades, the workspace has received far more attention as bosses look to get the best out of their workforce, realising that this included the environment where they spent most of their day. Read more
Lease finance for office furniture and fit-out Published on 21 Jun 2017 Rebecca Dickinson Relocating or refurbishing your office represents a major investment for your business, so you’ll be planning carefully to ensure you get the most from your available funds. Read more
Tenant improvement insurance Published on 15 May 2017 Guest Author Our thanks to Rajan Amin from Coversure Croydon for this informative article about tenant improvement insurance and the benefits it can provide for commercial tenants making improvements to their leased property. Read more
A guide to stress-free office relocation Published on 29 Sept 2016 Bob Dickinson An office relocation can seem a daunting task but with the right approach it needn’t be stressful. The key to a stress-free office move lies in careful and thorough planning which leaves nothing to chance. Read more
Top tips when refurbishing your office Published on 29 Sept 2016 Bob Dickinson The decision to refurbish an existing office can come about for many reasons. If you’re going to all that effort and expense it’s vital you ensure the project results in a space that works for your business on a practical level, allowing your day-to-day activities to take place in the most efficient way possible, and provides a safe and pleasant working environment for your employees. Read more