Large commercial companies, aiming for a unified style and high recognizability, are increasingly showing interest in renovating their premises in the shortest possible time, taking into account brand standards. To achieve maximum efficiency and time savings, it becomes necessary to involve professionals in the fields of design, construction, renovation, and design. In the case where all these professionals are united in one company, this allows for the creation of a unique FIT-OUT project. FIT-OUT is a set of services that includes the creation and implementation of a turnkey project by one company. The FIT-OUT project involves managing the property from the moment the concept is created to annual maintenance of engineering communications. This approach is most in demand in commercial real estate: during the construction of office centers and the renovation of individual premises for commerce. FIT-OUT allows property owners to get a completely unique project that takes into account the style features, brand shields of the business, and the budget. The FIT-OUT project team includes designers, engineers, specialists in finishing and installation departments, allowing not only a significant reduction in project implementation time but also an increase in its efficiency.
FIT-OUT projects are divided into two types: “Design & Build” and “Design – Bid – Build.” “Design & Build” involves the complete implementation of the project: from creating the idea to its realization and subsequent support. Within this approach, the organization controls all processes and implements ideas step by step, significantly reducing time and financial costs. The “Design – Bid – Build” approach is used when the customer has already provided a finished design project. In this case, the company acts as a contractor and carries out construction and renovation work. This approach allows for the most accurate implementation of the customer’s ideas in accordance with the brand book.
The FIT-OUT approach is unique in the context of construction and renovation of commercial premises because creating workspaces, designing relaxation areas in the office, or shopping areas in the store significantly complicates the task. It is necessary to follow the customer’s ideas clearly and stay on trend regarding style and finishing materials, choosing environmentally friendly, fashionable, and durable materials without exceeding the estimated amount. Creating unique looks for offices and shopping centers is the main task of FIT-OUT.
The implementation of the FIT-OUT project includes four stages: preparation, design, construction, and completion. During the preparation stage, the customer’s needs and desires are studied, test layouts are carried out, and then a contract is concluded. At the design stage, the specialists of the design department develop a design project, select materials for construction/finishing, and purchase items that require long delivery. During the main construction stage, the company’s specialists perform construction, demolition, engineering, and installation work in accordance with the deadlines. The final stage is completion, during which the installed systems are activated, and cosmetic and cleaning work is carried out. The object with the executive documentation is handed over to the customer, and the terms of the warranty service for engineering systems are agreed upon.
The FIT-OUT approach is highly in demand, indicating the need to find an experienced and modern company that can perform all work to give a commercial space a unique style, with precise coordination of deadlines and budget.