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Eversheds Sutherland
Upgrading and downsizing a global law firm’s workplace without disruption
UK South
42,000
sqft
Office Space
Upgrading and downsizing a global law firm’s workplace without disruption
UK South
42,000
sqft
Office Space
Outcomes
Challenge
More joy, pride, collaboration and improved ability to share ideas.
Insight
Reducing Eversheds Sutherland’s footprint by 52,000 sq ft, has resulted in significant cost savings and means the remaining space is now available for lease.
Solution
Improved the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating from F to B.
People
More joy, pride, collaboration and improved ability to share ideas.
Place
Reducing Eversheds Sutherland’s footprint by 52,000 sq ft, has resulted in significant cost savings and means the remaining space is now available for lease.
Planet
Improved the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating from F to B.
More joy, pride, collaboration and improved ability to share ideas.
Reducing Eversheds Sutherland’s footprint by 52,000 sq ft, has resulted in significant cost savings and means the remaining space is now available for lease.
Improved the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating from F to B.
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Upgrading and downsizing a global law firm’s workplace without disruption.
Eversheds Sutherland is one of the world’s 50 largest law practices, providing legal advice to an international client base.
As the firm neared the end of its lease at Callaghan Square, they took the opportunity to reassess their spatial needs and employee requirements. We worked closely with project managers, Avison Young, the landlord, designers and architects to construct a standout workspace that showcases Eversheds Sutherland’s high standards.
Despite structural challenges – such as limited access for waste removal – we developed a bespoke solution that achieved 99%+ landfill avoidance. Through careful planning, Eversheds Sutherland maintained business continuity throughout the project.
This new workspace supports modern ways of working, prioritises well-being, and empowers its people to deliver cutting-edge advice to clients.
Success through collaboration
Communication is crucial in these projects. With Avison Young as project managers, we formed a professional collaboration that included the landlord works team and the team appointed by Eversheds Sutherland.
Getting under the skin of the project meant we immersed ourselves in the vision. We worked closely with the architect, Sheppard Robson, and the Eversheds Sutherland team to select the right products, furniture and fittings for the space.
Maintaining ‘business as usual’
Eversheds Sutherland had to maintain buiness-as-usual. Adopting a phased approach, we closed certain floors for works, which meant employees could continue their daily activities undisrupted.
Impeccable detail
Throughout this project, we knew that even the smallest detail could have the biggest impact. Careful focus was key – on everything from the joinery to the planting scheme.
We chose feature lighting to elevate the workspaces, with LED strips running down the main walkways creating clear paths and zoning and feature instalments of designer lighting to distinguish shared working zones.
A local touch
We helped to source local artwork, products and materials for this project. The designers wanted to put the spotlight on the capital city location, to differentiate it from other Eversheds Sutherland offices. Materials from local suppliers were used on the majority of materials and products throughout - maintaining a lower carbon footprint and fulfilling a commitment to help the community thrive, supporting local businesses.
The subtle touches are a nod to the Welsh identity of the office and create a global feel with a sense of locality.
Green spaces for well-being
Plants and greenery are proven to positively impact your well-being. Biophilia was an integral part of this scheme, to create areas of nature and nurture a healthy working environment. The entire office has been treated with a cohesive and live planting scheme to help create sightlines, zone off areas and make a statement - like the living moss wall installation in the social space entrance.
“It was fantastic to work with the TSK team once again.”
Rachel Kerwin, Director of Property & Projects, Eversheds Sutherland
Sustainability for the future generations
Efficiency was central to the design – with the goal of improving the EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) from an F to a B. We carefully specified products and technology that would achieve better energy efficiency, while reducing unnecessary energy loss and wastage and achieved a new EPC rating for the building.
A challenging building and busy site
During the process, we discovered the building was structurally unsuitable for the works required and had no clear access for waste removal. However, we overcame this by putting up full scaffolding and an external hoist system so we could lift materials to each floor and remove waste - which also resulted in a 99%+ landfill avoidance throughout the project.
Overall, the site could have become quite busy, but we navigated this with a clear phased plan to complete all elements without compromising on any of the extreme details.
A workplace that surpasses expectations
The bespoke joinery, lighting features and level of consideration that went into the project are apparent as soon as you step into Eversheds Sutherland’s Cardiff offices. Employees now enjoy a modern, collaborative space that promotes a healthier workplace lifestyle. Having undergone a huge transformation, this workspace surpasses all expectations – and delivers on important practicalities such as sustainability and energy efficiency.
“This was a tremendous project for TSK. I can’t wait to show this space off. Truly proud of it. It can’t be understated - the time, effort and energy that went into the project.”
Phil Hannis, Build Division Managing Director at TSK
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