Moving to new premises or just refurbishing an office or offices can be a stressful affair, one that can be time consuming and disruptive to production.
However, there are certain companies out there that specialise in making the transition as hassle free and comfortable as possible.
For this month’s edition of Building Ireland, we profile one such company that have been providing a top level service for30 years now.
Abbeyside & Co is regarded as one of the leading office fit-out companies in Ireland and their client list includes some of the biggest companies in the country.
Headquartered in Blackrock, Cork, this family run business has used its vast experience to offer customers a turnkey service that leaves them with little to do only move into their new or refurbished premises.
Abbeyside & Co is a specialist fit out contractor undertaking commercial and industrial projects throughout Ireland, including live retrofitting of premises without disrupting the client’s day to day business. They offer free consultations and a design service individually tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.
Abbeyside & Co Managing Director Packo Maguire acknowledges the fact that they use their experience to enhance the client’s experience.
“We have the experience and vision to guide our clients towards a superior outcome. We target our clients’ specific market while allowing for varying budgets,” said Packo.
“We work our socks off for our clients, we meet and exceed client’s expectations, and we simplify the task in hand and learn from and enjoy what we do.”
Managing office fit-outs or redesigns projects can be a huge task. The team at Abbeyside try to make that job a little easier with the knowledge and expertise in all aspects of interior design and project management.
“We will always be on-site to deal with any of the client’s queries or issues. This is something that we have always chosen to do as we feel that the client deserves our undivided attention during a project.”
Abbeyside & Co cover every aspect of a fit-out leaving the premises ready for use.
“We have 30 years’ experience in the office interiors industry so along with expert knowledge we can also provide you with high quality products at competitive prices to keep your project within budget.
“Our aim is to make the transition as seamless as possible and to ensure that there is little disruption to their routine as possible.”
The office environment is changing with a move towards a more open plan office encouraging innovation, collaboration and communication.
“At Abbeyside, we know that updating your workspace to a new look and feel can be challenging but with over 30 years’ experience, we make this process as simple as possible for you and your business.
“We can help you get the most from your office space through comprehensive planning and design, ensuring that your office suits your building, staff and overall culture.”
Abbeyside & Co have worked throughout Ireland, the U.K, Dubai and Paris with some of their largest customers being global recruitment agency Morgan McKinley, Abtran, Dell, Logitech, VMWare, Mater Hospital, TYCO, Johnson Control, Arups and Horton Works to mention a few.
“We use the same sub-contractors that have been with us from the start and not only are we familiar with them, but so too are the customers.”
Partitioning, lighting, carpeting, canteen, furniture and other facilities are all part of the turnkey service provided by the company.
“We provide a complete turnkey fit-out service turning a shell and core building into the client’s bespoke offices. We specialise in the refurbishment of an existing premises where our clients continue to work within the space while we create an exciting new layout and retro-fit efficient facilities without disruption to day to day business.
“Our aim is to provide our clients with a working environment suitable to their specific industry requirements and provide solutions to create spatial intelligence, improve ergonomics and staff facilities.
The company ensures that every element is considered at the design stage to account for the essential mechanical and electrical provisions, partitioning and creation of space through mezzanine structures, to the finishing aesthetic effects through the use of specialist ceilings, wall and floor finishes and appointment of office furnishings.
Patcko added that customer satisfaction is something that they have always strived to achieve over the years. Their experience has allowed them to offer the best service possible to the large client list, many of who are repeat customers.
“Our goal is to be your partner for the lifespan of your business ensuring that not only is the initial Fit-out completed in a timely and cost effective manner, but also ensuring we are there for each customer thereafter, ably looking after minor alterations, moves, maintenance or occasionally offering a helping hand.
“Our reputation precedes us and we aim to enhance that further by continuing to try and improve on the service we provide. There is a great deal of satisfaction seeing the end product and pleasing the client.”
Contact Detail:
Abbeyside & Co
Rocklodge,
Old Blackrock Road,
Cork
T:(021) 431 7250
M: 086 255 7911
Taken from Building Ireland Magazine, January 2017, Vol 3 No 1
