Many companies and organisations in London choose an open-plan setting, because this gives maximum flexibility and also ensures that space is used to the full. However, they may often wish to close off areas within an open environment, for instance by creating smaller offices or meeting areas. Using office partitions is the ideal way to achieve this.
The space-saving advantages of office partitioning are especially important in the current climate, with office space prices around the capital having soared over recent years. Also, with many companies finding they constantly have to adapt to changes in the marketplace, installing partitioning gives greater ability to remodel workspace again in the future.
Thames Contracts has installed many different styles of solid and glass partitioning in offices of all sizes across London and Hertfordshire and can advise you on the various different options which are available. Here is a look at eight styles which you may wish to consider.
Frameless Glass Walls – The elegant, high-end look created by frameless glass walls has made them one of the most in-demand choices for London offices. They bring an atmosphere of sophistication and style wherever they are installed, while also maximising light. Thames can supply both single and double-glazed walls in a choice of thicknesses, together with a choice of doors in frameless glass or varying veneers.
Frosted Glass Partitions – These partitions are very popular for use in offices, including use in reception areas. For safety reasons, there is often a requirement for glass in the workplace to be frosted, so that there is no danger of anybody walking into it by mistake. This type of glass also has privacy advantages. Thames offers a professional glass manifestation service, giving you the option to choose from a wide range of frosting styles or incorporate your own company logo in a bespoke design.
Switchable Glass Partitions – There may be areas of your workplace where you sometimes want to ensure privacy, but at other times it is preferable to leave sight lines clear. One way to achieve this is to choose glass partitioning with in-built blinds, but another high-tech option which an increasing number of companies are exploring is to choose switchable glass. If a switch is pressed, this type of glass will become opaque, but light will still be able to pass through so that it doesn’t make the room too dark. This type of glass is used both for internal partitioning and for office doors.
Part-Glazed Partitions – If you can’t decide between glass and solid partitions, part-glazed partitions may be a good solution. Thames can provide partitions which are 50% glass, with a solid lower half and a glass panel at the top. These can have either white or silver frames, which are also available for partitions completely made from glass.
Soundproof Solid Partitions – While double glazing is one option for soundproofing and privacy, another is to opt for solid plasterboard partitioning with a high level of acoustic performance. We will advise you over which partitions give the best sound reduction. We are experts in installing partitions to maximise their soundproofing performance and avoid weak spots causing noise leakage, for instance around doors.
Fire-Rated Partitions – As part of compliance with fire regulations, the use of fire-rated doors and partitions is legally required in some areas of office buildings, including stairwells and corridors. Fire-resistant glazed partitions are now a popular choice for these areas, as well as solid partitioning certified to meet the relevant standards.
Storage Walls – With many offices in the London area having a shortage of space, many companies are looking for an effective storage solution. One way of achieving this is to install storage walls which create more capacity for keeping files out of the way, while at the same time making the main office area feel more spacious.
Demountable Partitioning – These partitions have special advantages because they are easy to move around and reconfigure. They come in a variety of different styles, including glazed partitions, and can easily be moved to different areas of your office if you need to close off an area temporarily.
Thames can advise you on which type of partitioning is the best choice for your particular workplace and give you a range of options to choose from. We can install office partitions as a separate project or as part of a larger-scale office design or refurbishment, and we serve areas including St Albans, Barnet and Stevenage.
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