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Have you considered storage requirements during the design of a new office space?

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15/10/2021

Here are four key points to consider:

Do you need more storage space?
Are staff making the best use of their desk space?
Could storage needs be reduced by going paperless?
Are sales maximising their filing cabinets?

Instead of installing more storage space, it may be that you just need to have a declutter and free up existing storage capacity.

If you are currently designing a new commercial office space, you should consider evaluating your storage space needs. Please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk to learn more about the benefits of working with Calztec.

Do you think planning reform will be enough to rejuvenate the high street?

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28/09/2021

A report by Colliers International, 2021 Midsummer Retail Report, has found that 1 in 3 UK retail premises are either vacant, not producing income, or occupied on only a short term basis. The state of the high street is pretty bleak.

We’ve picked out the highlights for you:

£6.4bn of deals were established across all retail capital markets during 2020.
£1.7bn of transactions in out-of-town retail assets were undertaken.
£3bn of back rent is estimated to be owed to retail property owners.
The online share of UK retail sales peaked at 36% in January 2021.
Planning reform is paving the way for the change of use of assets and the removal of redundant retail space.

Visit the link to get all of the statistics >> Colliers.

Shoppers are enjoying the convenience and speed of online shopping, and this has brought about the decline in high street shopping. The planning reform could see a large swathe of retail premises (shops, restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, clinics, creches and gyms) converted into residential use, and whilst this may be positive for tackling the housing crisis, it could have a negative impact on the high street that cannot be easily reversed in the future.

We believe planning regulations should be loosened less aggressively to ensure there is stronger protection for the high street but provides vacant property owners with the opportunity to make a profit from their assets.

To learn more about Calztec and how we work with companies to create new and adaptable spaces, please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk

Are material price hikes evaporating your budget?

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06/09/2021

A recent article by Homebuilding & Renovating has warned that construction material shortages will continue throughout the year, creating challenges for businesses right across the supply chain.

Are material price rises and stock shortages putting pressure on the delivery of your project?

We’ve picked out the highlights for you:

The cost of building materials and components rose by almost 7.8%.
Construction products in short supply include: cement, steel, timber, electrical components, concrete, paint and plaster and plasterboard.
Structural steel increased by 17.6%, timber by 80%, cement by 30% and chipboard by 10%.
82% of the Federation of Master Builders’ members have reported material price rises.
Materials for repair and maintenance work rose by 9% year on year.
Brexit uncertainty impacted supply, with c. 60% of imported materials coming from the EU.

Visit the link to get all of the statistics. – Homebuilding & Renovating.

Rising material, disposal and labour costs are putting pressure on construction budgets. Costs need to be kept in check to ensure projects are delivered successfully and within budget.

At Calztec, we recommend engaging with us right from the start. Through early contractor involvement (ECI), we work with you and our supply chain partners to deliver an efficient construction programme to ensure material shortages and price rises do not harm your project’s budget.

Construction Tip – Breakout Rooms!

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20/08/2021

Have you considered a breakout room in your existing or new office space?

Research undertaken by the University of Illinois found that employees who took regular breaks were able to focus better during complex tasks.

Taking frequent breaks can also help employees:

Build a rapport with their colleagues
Improve health and wellbeing
Achieve their work goals
Increase creativity
Improve their memory
Reduce stress
Boost performance and productivity

If you are currently designing a new commercial office space, you should definitely consider installing break out areas. Please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk to learn more about the benefits.

Progress update: Fred Winter Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon

26/07/2021

Following on from our previous announcement last month, we are pleased to showcase the latest milestone of our strip out, fit out and refurbishment project at the Fred Winter centre, a pioneering multi use community centre providing services for the homeless.

Scheduled for completion this summer, our latest phase includes the installation of new kitchens, shower rooms, flooring and decoration to the 15 accommodation units for people facing homelessness or are homeless. These rooms are going to look amazing once finished.

Take a look at our latest image gallery >> Instagram Fred Winter Centre Gallery

We are honoured to work for Spring Housing Association and Pegasus Group to deliver a fantastic initiative that will support the local community for many years to come.

4 things we learned from savills report on warehouse demand web

4 things we’ve learned from Savills’ report on warehouse demand

21/07/2021

Demand for storage and distribution capacity will outstrip supply unless speculative development returns to pre-Covid-19 levels. This is according to Savills’ forecasting warehouse demand report.

We’ve taken a look and the highlights for the UK are:

During the last 5 years, the UK has attracted £148bn of private manufacturing investment, equating to 26 million sq. ft of warehouse space.
For every £1bn of UK manufacturing investment made, an additional 175,000 sq. ft of warehouse space is required
Demand is predicted to increase by 13% in 2021 and 3% by 2022.
A further 15.5m sq. ft of space will be required by the end of 2022.

Visit the link to get all of the statistics >> Savills.

At Calztec, we are already helping the industrial and logistics industries to grow. Since 2014, we have been providing fit out and refurbishment solutions to clients across the industry, including property managers, architects, surveyors, engineers and end users. Here is what some of our clients think of our workmanship:

“The standard of work received could not be faulted and as such, I would not have any hesitation in contracting your services again in the future or recommending your services to other G4S businesses or external businesses alike.”
Heath Taylor, Estates & Facilities Service Delivery Manager, G4S

“I have nothing but good things to say about Calztec as a business. I very much look forward to working with your guys on future projects and thank you for all your hard work to date!”
Laura Sinstadt, Assistant Building Surveyor, CBRE

“The team responded to any questions we had very quickly, kept the work area clean and tidy and delivered a high-quality result. They also kept the project within the agreed budget and went above and beyond to ensure we were happy with the outcome. I would be more than happy to invite them to tender for future projects.”
Rev’d Claire Turner, Vicar, St Chad’s Rubery

To learn how we can help you on your next commercial or industrial fit out and refurbishment project, please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk

What does the future hold for shopping space in the UK?

15/07/2021

Did you increase the amount of online shopping you did in 2020? Then you are with the majority, with online sales increasing by 44% last year! CBRE has recently published its UK The Lasting Effect – Online Spend Outlook report, which examines online buying trends and assesses the demand for physical retail space post Covid-19.

We’ve taken a look and the report highlights for the UK are:

Online sales increased by 44% in 2020 due to Covid-19.
Clothing & footwear floorspace to decrease by 35% by 2025.
Online penetration will be reached by most age groups by 2030.
Health & beauty and food & groceries will remain more resilient in terms of future retail space requirements.
In the longer term, online penetration will slow and reach a saturation point.

Visit the link to get all of the statistics >> CBRE.

With online buying habits showing no sign of abating, there is a surge in commercial businesses requiring more warehouse space to keep pace with additional demand.

Calztec has worked on a collection of commercial and industrial premises over the past 5 years. Our top three projects to date:

Crossfire 14, Kettering

We worked closely with CBRE Birmingham & MAERSK to provide a full in-house design and refurbishment package to suit the incoming tenant’s specific design requirements. Following the design sign off, we are now underway with the fit out process for a new 101,134 sq. ft logistics centre.

Ravensbank Business Park, Redditch

We were appointed as principal contractor to carry out design and refurbishment works. Our client wanted to refurbish the building to provide a high-quality business unit for a new client totalling 60,000 sq. ft.

Bescot Point, Walsall

Our client wished to refurbish two vacant industrial units to a high standard to prepare for new clients to move in. The works included the refurbishment of offices, WC’s, warehouse and car parks as well as external cladding and entrance repairs.

To learn how we can help you on your next commercial or industrial fit out and refurbishment project, please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk

West Midlands sector forecast 2021-2025

06/07/2021

Do you want to find out what the next 4-years will bring for the West Midlands construction sector? Experian, in association with CITB, has released its latest Construction Skills Network – West Midlands 2021–2025 and we think the highlights for the region are encouraging.

Construction output in the West Midlands is predicted to increase by 4.8% per annum.
The main driving force behind the growth is private housing and infrastructure.
HS2 works and the West Midlands Metro expansion are key infrastructure projects.
Alexander Stadium redevelopment and Perry Barr regeneration (Former Games Village) are the public non-housing sector big hitters.
Public housing and the repairs and maintenance sectors are also contributors to the gain.
25,000 new workers will be required to keep pace with the increase.

Visit the link to get all of the statistics – Experian.

For the last 7 years, we have supported the West Midlands region refurbishing a range of commercial and industrial buildings. Our key projects include:

Ravensbank Business Park, Redditch

11 Brindley Place, Birmingham

In the busy area of Brindley Place, we worked across multiple shared floors to create segregated offices and meeting spaces, without disturbing the existing tenants of the building.

Bescot Point, Walsall

To learn how we can help you on your next commercial or industrial fit out and refurbishment project, please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk

The West Midlands logistics boom

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16/06/2021

According to Savills’ Big Shed Briefing 2021: West Midlands, the take-up of industrial and logistics space in 2020 hit an all-time high following two years of under-performance.

We’ve taken a look and the article highlights for the West Midlands are:

Supply of warehouse space in 2020 decreased by 9% compared to 2019 standing at 6.54m sq. ft over 36 units.
Take-up reached 6.61m sq. ft, 65% up on the previous year.
There is currently 808,924 sq. ft. of logistics space under construction across the West Midlands.
Demand for larger units within the 300,000 sq. ft plus band is on the rise.
36% of available stock is considered Grade A quality.
Online retailers accounted for 29% of take-up.

Visit the link to get all of the statistics – Savills.

At Calztec, we are already helping commercial and industrial property developers deliver high-quality storage and distribution space. Our top three projects include:

Crossfire 14, Kettering

Ravensbank Business Park, Redditch

Bescot Point, Walsall

To learn how we can help you on your next commercial or industrial fit out and refurbishment project, please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk

Office market set for recovery

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02/06/2021

If you are looking for an interesting read this week, Avison Young recently published its Big Nine Quarter 1 2021 report, which predicts that the Birmingham office market will see recovery during the remainder of the year.

We’ve taken a look and the report highlights for Birmingham are:

Lower than average performance during Q1
The Department for Work and Pensions take largest space at 16,499sq. ft.
Potential opportunities from The Department for Transport
Currently 761,000 sq. ft. of commercial space under construction in Birmingham
103 Colmore Row due for completion this year
1 Centenary Way due for completion end of 2022

Visit the link to get all of the statistics. – Avison Young

Calztec has refurbished a collection of high-quality offices in Birmingham over the past 5 years, each building owning its place in the City Centre. Our top three projects to date:

Lancaster House

This project is currently LIVE. We are working on this iconic building in the heart of the second city. We are delivering a range of design & fit out works across four floors, with extensive work to the floors, ceilings, kitchens and electrical upgrades.

54 Hagley Road

We had the privilege of working on the 11^th Floor for Alliance Surgical and then being invited back to complete refurbishment on their 10^th Floor offices. The 11^th floor was a fit out of an empty space provided by the landlord, and the 10^th floor was a strip out and fit out, each space at 5,375 sq. ft.

11 Brindley Place

In the busy area of Brindley Place, we worked across multiple shared floors to create segregated offices and meeting spaces, without disturbing the existing tenants of the building.

To learn how we can help you on your next commercial or industrial fit out and refurbishment project, please call the team on 0330 113 4500 or email: info@calztec.co.uk