2G were asked to design and fit out a derelict crumbling grade II listed building into a beautiful, modern & flexible working environment. Situated on Albion Street in the heart of Birmingham’s beautiful Jewellery Quarter, The Joint Works has become the very latest communal workspace mixing the building’s heritage with modern work space requirements.
The Brief
The designs for the 10,000 sqft historic building were focused on revitalizing and honouring the cherished historical elements whilst seamlessly integrating modern office & event facilities. The end result is a highly flexible & inspirational space for the creative industry with individual offices, hot desk environment, large meeting rooms and a space for specific events that has become renowned in the local industry.
Our Challenge
The obvious challenges came with creating a warm, comfortable motivating office design within a crumbling Grade II listed building. There were significant structural considerations throughout the process but in addition, as it was partly grant funded, there were a number of stakeholders involved within the office design & fit out process all with different priorities, notably Townscape Heritage and the local authorities.
The office design needed to be multifunctional; with an event space, permanent office spaces, break out areas and co-working environment. It was key that the office design was unique allowing The Joint Works to have a clear identity.
In addition the office fit out was carried out during Covid times when self isolation requirements were a constant obstacle to the timelines.
The Solution
2G took a vacant crumbling building and injected an innovative, high-end office design that has created a truly inspiring and collaborative space. This space has provided a venue that can be used for an array of occupants, including events and encourages the creation of a creative community. It ensures a high utilisation of the space and has considered all elements from honouring & applauding the history of the building, to creating a light modern inspiring office & event space that appeals to all sizes of companies. The design and fit out of the Grade II listed building has been created with sustainability & longevity at the forefront. External elements of the building to the interior office furniture and fittings have been well designed and planned to give the quality required and the accessibility to all.
It has made a statement in the area and has the well-being of the occupants & visitors at the forefront of the design. The reviews for the building have been outstanding, from the owners, to Townscape Heritage, to the Local Council and it is a space that we are all certainly proud of. This is undoubtedly not a cookie cutter office – it is truly unique and done to an outstanding standard.
“2G Design and Build have undertaken a sensitive and well considered refurbishment of a Grade II listed Victorian building in the Jewellery Quarter. Part funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the conservation standards expected of the project were high and 2G more than delivered. Modern interventions sit well against the historic layout and original features. It’s a great example of how a historic building can be successfully reused and is an asset to the JQ.” Mandy hall, Townscape Heritage.
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