1 Do you require flexible meeting space (folding walls, modular tables etc)?
2 Visitors - do you need a dedicated reception area or can this be integrated within the office?
3 Is your working style mainly open plan or cellular? Do you hot desk?
4 Are your long term plans to expand, maintain or contract current numbers?
5 Do you have an existing furniture system that you will be relocating?
6Storage – does the move present an opportunity to electronically archive files?
7Would you like to provide staff with an area to have informal meetings and lunch breaks?
8 Would you like to incorporate sustainable elements into your scheme, such as recycling areas and eco-friendly furniture?

Planning a relocation project?  Some areas to consider....

Tax Breaks and Financial Leasing

Elements of your fit-out may qualify for tax relief in the form of capital allowances which are spread out over the life of your fit-out.  If you are considering integrating sustainable elements into your office you may receive further benefits as the Enhanced Capital Allowances Act rewards companies which install energy efficient equipment and products. 

The allowances enable you to write off a proportion of the capital cost of certain items against your taxable profits.  Your accountant is best placed to advise which elements qualify and how to proceed with making a claim.

Alternatively, you may be able to obtain a financial lease agreement for some or all of your fit-out solution.  As well as enabling you to spread out the cost of the project over an appropriate term, thereby freeing up cash flow, payments are fully allowable against taxable income. 

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Searching and negotiating for office space
We strongly recommend that you instruct a commercial agent as they are best placed to search and negotiate on your behalf...
Defining your requirement
After assessing your space, we'll provide you with a variety of concepts and fixed price quotations for the associated work...
Budgeting for a fit-out project
The cost of an office fit-out can range widely depending on the size and condition of space acquired and the specification of works...
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