Oxfordshire, UK

Research Laboratory Fit-Out in Oxfordshire

Design and installation of a technical R&D laboratory for a manufacturer in Oxfordshire.

SECTOR

Science & Research


LOCATION
Oxfordshire, UK

PROJECT SIZE
5,300 sq ft

DURATION
25 Weeks
PROJECT overview

Designing and building a robust, modern research laboratory within a live production environment during COVID-19.

A complex project involving the complete design and build of a research laboratory, requiring careful planning to deliver a quality outcome on time. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, Glenside delivered a robust, clean and modern research space within budget and to the client's original target date.

50+

YEARS

400+

PROJECTS

9

SECTORS
THE CHALLENGE

A constrained, dated space that had to keep working around live operations

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The laboratory needed to be built safely and efficiently while the client's production space remained live and operational.

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Temporary partitions controlled dust during demolition and groundworks, with the sequence of works carefully planned to avoid delays.

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The project had to meet the client's original completion date despite added complexity from COVID-19 restrictions.

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OUR SOLUTION

A bespoke steel structure to support a clean, open laboratory environment.

The space comprised old brick-built laboratory rooms beneath a narrow concrete mezzanine, opening into a full-height production and warehouse space. Much of the existing brick structure was carefully removed while the concrete mezzanine was retained, with a new bespoke steel framework providing a strong, stable structure for the ceilings, partitions and services. Old brick walls were dry-lined for a modern, clean finish, and extensive glass partitioning kept the space feeling open while creating an impressive view for visitors.

Key points:

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New bespoke steel framework supporting ceilings, partitions and an array of specialist services.

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Extensive glass partitioning throughout to keep the space open and visually impressive for visitors.

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