Lanes Group Plc, Slough

The brief

MPL Interiors was delighted to win a competitive tender process to secure the Lanes Group Plc contract, having worked with the company on a previous refurbishment. An intense space planning and office layout stage followed, after which a vision for a new environment - inspired by the likes of Google’s workplaces - emerged.

Our approach

This commercial refurbishment was loosely divided into three areas: specialist tech provision, office provision and staff wellbeing. The new site in Slough spanned two floors that required structural remodelling, cosmetic work and services connection in order to make it an inspiring workplace for Lanes’s employees.

Specialist solutions for specialist industries

As the UK’s largest independent drainage and utility specialist, MPL was asked to accommodate a number of facets that were unique to Lanes’s industry. The main provision was for a media command centre featuring a huge TV wall with nine 55” monitors. We designed and installed the infrastructure to house the technology, combining sleek design and professional accessibility.

Facilitating an agile way of working

Design and installation elements included the creation of a new mezzanine floor, all services, data and power points, internal gardens, several lounge/break out areas, several private meeting rooms, glass meeting pods, a 20-seat boardroom, a stunning reception area and floor-to-ceiling whiteboard writing walls.

Engaging & retaining employees

While functional, Lanes PLC employees have also been treated to a motivating workplace that will improve staff retention, increase productivity and attract new talent. The indoor garden areas are particularly unusual, with bark-style wall coverings, organic sculptures and grass-effect lampshades, among other facets. Some other quirky features of the new headquarters include a Starbucks coffee concession, an American diner-style break out area with booth and stools, a staff restaurant, refreshment stations, a pick and mix sweet station, and a games zone equipped with a pool table, air hockey and a foosball table.

Additional elements

With over 250 staff, MPL was also asked to include a staff cloakroom with shower area, lockers with glass tops and keypad locks, a medical room and a prayer/quiet room into the space design.

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