Client background

Freeserve, formally the UK’s most recognized Internet brand, was completely rebranded to Wanadoo as of April 2004. As part of the France Telecom Group, Wanadoo now represents the strategic leader of Broadband services in the UK. The company currently has more than 9.1 million Internet access customers, including over 2.45 million Broadband customers.

Scope of works included

• Space planning & design consultancy
• Partitioning
• Feature ceilings
• Flooring
• Decoration
• Breakout areas
• Specialist joinery
• Furniture
• Blinds
• Signage
• Electrical installation
• Voice & data installation
• Security

Points of note

The design brief was to create flexible space over four floors with a modern feel, incorporating fluid lines and curves, which could accommodate a number of functions: half of the space was for hot desking facilities with the remainder offering conference rooms, work areas and a cafe.

Client comment

"Maris managed to create an office interior that fulfilled the brief and met the timescales we faced. The style and feel of the building suits the culture of Freeserve, and Clerkenwell was considered to be an excellent location for our London office."