Client background

Metromedia rebranded itself as AboveNet during the middle of 2003 and is now the leading provider of network infrastructure services which enable unconstrained information exchange within and between businesses. The company build and operate an office-to-office, 100% optical network that enables customers to create an efficient, cost-effective network that breaks economic and performance barriers imposed in the last mile, by complex legacy telecom infrastructures.

Scope of works included

• Space planning & design consultancy
• Upgrading of ceilings
• Cat A upgrades, including lift lobby and restrooms
• Executive offices
• Specialist conference facility with bespoke folding wall
• State-of-the-art Comms Room
• Phased occupation
• Meeting rooms
• Map room
• IT laboratory
• Lighting
• Signage
• Bespoke reception desk
• Decoration

Points of note

Speed, lack of disruption and cost-efficiency were of paramount importance to this client as they were at the forefront of the technology boom. They required the move to be with minimum disruption to their teams, and did not want to compromise their current working environment. The project also required phased occupation.

Client comment

"After seeing the successful project Maris completed for us at Centurion House, trusting them to deliver the same commitment, proficiency and attention to detail at our new headquarters seemed the natural choice. The results speak for themselves."