A Look Inside Adaptive Financial Consulting’s London Office

Location: London, England
Date completed: 2020
Size: 13,000 square feet
Design: Oktra

Technology consultancy Adaptive Financial Consulting hired workplace design firm Oktra to design their new office in London, England.

“It was important to create a work environment that not only enhanced productivity, but brought colleagues together in a social capacity.

The finished space is refined with a sophisticated, neutral colour palette. Deliberately exposed services add an industrial twist to the interior and contrast with the contemporary elements of the workplace. A focus on texture adds visual weight to the design – from the chevron floor to the fabric wall panelling in the meeting rooms and acoustic baffles. Crittall glazing supports the client’s vision of a transparent workplace by adding structure whilst creating a sense of openness.

A spacious meet and greet area with bold signage leads to front of house meeting rooms and the main breakout space, ensuring an impressive visitor experience and introduction to the client’s brand. Floor to ceiling windows offer fantastic views of London, and bright colours help to create a fun atmosphere and an environment that people want to spend time in.

The breakout space can be used for informal meetings, presentations or lunch breaks, and a games room aims to break down barriers by bringing people together in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Bleacher seating, high-back sofas and meeting booths encourage agile work practices, while formal meeting rooms feature sliding folding walls that allow employees to tailor the space to their working needs. Interactive whiteboards and a variety of workspace usher in a new, modern way of working for the real-time trading technology experts. By providing opportunities for their teams to collaborate multiple times a day, Adaptive Financial Consulting can effectively use their workplace to improve cohesion within their organisation,” says Oktra.