Holmesdale Building Society

Client Brief

Holmesdale Building Society, one of the UK’s longest established Building Societies, was keen to refurbish their branch site at Reigate in Surrey.  Following a  brand refresh, they were eager that their new facilities would look modern and inviting to existing and new customers and reflect their 160 year heritage of being the oldest independent business in Reigate.

The Build

Pitching against three companies, NBI was selected following our fresh design perspective. We were chosen to refurbish their entire ground floor and common areas. Initial planning permission was obtained due to the building being in a Conservation Area. We were required to take out existing flooring, some walls and the ceiling – taking the building right back to a shell. This also included a new shopfront, bespoke fascia and building signage.

With the refit being the first in over 20 years, in ten weeks we created a traditional but modern environment for Holmesdale to greet their customers. The customised design included new suspended ceilings, a bespoke walnut and white finish reception counter, that matched the rest of the finishes throughout the fit-out. A new glass balustrade was installed up to the second floor. We fitted new air conditioning, a fully fitted kitchen, toilets, new alarm and CCTV system, LED lighting, LED poster displays and a showpiece curved glass interview room. A second large meeting room was created from redundant storage space. to welcome visitors.

Project Outcome

The new facilities are modern and, welcoming, and fit with their new branding. whilst still maintaining their traditional values.