Case Studies
Case Studies by Barkhams.
Oxford Innovation, Hoddesdon Enterprise Centre
The Brief: Strategically situated near the vibrant heart of Broxbourne, Hoddesdon Enterprise Centre is the ideal environment for work and collaboration. After a visit to the site, Barkhams suggested revitalising the space with some new furniture offerings along with re-upholstery and re-manufacturing of existing furniture. This approach to refurbishing the office space helped to further the centre’s sustainability mission whilst offering a cost-effective option to renew the furniture within the space.
The Lobby: Working with Oxford Innovation again, the client wanted to re-create the collaborative working dynamic as seen in The EpiCentre, supplied by Barkhams previously. A sustainable and cost-effective approach was required to promote the re-use and refurbishment of the existing furniture, along with new furniture to help modernise the space. Upon visiting site, Barkhams recognised the premium furniture already being used - this included a variety of Orangebox furniture including PEEPS reception seating. Barkhams suggested to re-upholster this existing furniture, offering a great cost-saving when compared to buying new furniture.
The Reception: The client wanted to revitalise the reception area, to include some hot-desk poseur tables for ad-hoc work and meetings. This was achieved by using Gianni A-Frame high tables, creating a different level of working to invoke a dynamic set-up within the confined space. Barkhams then supplied new Inca Power and USB modules from CMD, integrated into the tables allowing plug-and-play connectivity to laptops and smartphones. The stylish Taros bar stools were procured from a UK supplier, finished with stitch-detailed, raw vintage (bonded) leather upholstery and a matte black hocker frame, complementing the Gianni tables perfectly.
The Cafe: Barkhams offered a blended approach of new and refurbished furniture to renew the café area; pre-loved Connection Retro Chairs and refurbished Holmris Cabale dining tables, all in a matching Oak finish. The existing bar stools were re-upholstered in a brand colour-coded fabric from Camira, our sustainable fabric partner. New poseur tables were chosen from Hawk Furniture to create dynamic levels of seating, increasing the efficiency of the space and allowing natural light to illuminate the area.
The Result: Inspire. Empower. Transform.
‘When it comes to finding the perfect workspace, convenience is often at the top of everyone's list. That's why Hoddesdon Enterprise Centre is the ideal location for businesses looking for a prime spot in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire.’
‘We have been in the building for several years and have been amazed at how Oxford Innovation Space have made such a positive impact. A building with a vast variety of businesses makes such a vibrant working community. It’s great to have the option to book meeting rooms and use the co-working spaces within the building.’
