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Case Study – Youth Lab
A doctor led medical aesthetics clinic specialising in non-surgical treatments and advanced clinical dermal therapies, West Perth based Youth Lab needed to create an environment that would convey an image of upscale sophistication, safety and professionalism to their clients. Always happy to take on new clients and new challenges, the…
Case Study – Eastgate Medical Practice
Eastgate Medical Practice is an exciting new client for us at Perth Citi Fitout. We were awarded the contract for the fitout in Rivervale and proudly delivered it on time and on budget. The Challenge The chosen location for the second Eastgate Medical Practice is in Rivervale. It is a…
Case Study – The Subiaco Telstra Store
As a street facing retail space the new Subiaco Telstra store needed to be as exciting as the products it sells. That’s why they engaged our team at Perth Citi Fitout for the second time to make that happen. The Challenge Built into the newly developed Subiaco shopping precinct just…
Case Study – Vet West Ellenbrook
Vetwest Ellenbrook contacted us to fit out their brand new space at the Ellenbrook Central Shopping Centre. The Challenge The new space that Vetwest was going to occupy was in the newly built Ellenbrook Centre Shopping Centre and is surrounded by a string of other shops. Due to the number…
What is the right type of lighting for an office?
Workplace productivity is always a hot topic. You want to keep your employees happy and productive but you also have a bottom line to maintain. With new recommendations popping up daily it’s hard to know what information is valuable and what is not. What we have found is lots of…
Have you ever heard of Strategic Downsizing?
In business there’s a common thought process that ‘downsizing’ means you’re in trouble, cutting the fat and fighting to survive. More often than not, downsizing stems from a business's desire to increase productivity, reduce wasted space and save you money. We have seen a big increase in the amount of…
Improving employee productivity through your office design.
It’s no secret that if your employees enjoy where they work they’re more productive. Extensive studies have been conducted and feedback collected to determine exactly how important it is to design your workplace with the happy employee in mind. When we work with you, we will get a good understanding…
Tips to Kill Office Germs
It’s your worst nightmare as a business owner. Patient zero comes into the office then you watch the rest of the team fall like dominos. Well, not this year! These are the steps we took in our office to protect our team from nasty colds and flu’s. Think of the…
How to increase employee productivity to increase your profits.
Since businesses have been around the quality of working environments has been a challenge. Studies show that if your employees enjoy where they work they will be more efficient and productive. However, the challenge of creating a stimulating work environment without overspending is often not high on the radar of…
The Perth Citi Fitout Process
Ever wondered how we do what we do so well? Since we started Perth Citi Fitout we knew that we wouldn’t be able to manage our jobs without a simple, foolproof workflow. So we developed this process with our team and we were constantly refining it until we had developed…
Hospitality Fitout Trends 2017
Perth, it’s a city that is going through a renovation revolution. There’s so many ideas and possibilities available people that are spoilt for choice which can steer your renovation to be a huge success or an eye-soar. Here are the top trends for hospitality trends we have noticed over the…
2017 Office Design Trends
In 2016 we saw an array of different design trends for the workplace. Some were fleeting and some are here to stay. What we have noticed the most, however, is the impact of workplace design on the mental health of its inhabitants. That is why we are putting together all…
The benefits of using glass partition walls in your office fitout
Open spaces can improve and facilitate employee productivity and satisfaction. If your office has a bland design with monotone walls and cubicles, then you should consider a redesign to incorporate glass partition walls instead. Here are some advantages we see in having glass partition walls. Mood We all know that…
Why an office fit out is a good investment?
Since the beginning of time, the power of a well designed room has been very much known. And that might sound like a great line to start a blog with, but it’s true! From King Arthurs Castles, to the splendorous tents of the Bible-time Bedouins, we have seen space play…
Seasonal factors to consider during an office fitout
The process of an office fitout should be as quick as possible to minimise disruptions to day-to-day operations that generate your revenue. Planning and implementing a fitout in summer means you may not consider something with an impact during winter and vice versa. We’ve put together a few things you…
How to use your retail fitout to attract the right customers
Many retail stores in Australia are located within shopping centres meaning that foot traffic isn’t a huge problem. The biggest challenge is to get people to divert from their intended destination and enter your shop. Basing window display and external signage design decisions on who you want to walk through…
Office fitout design trends from 2015
The beginning of a new year prompts reflection for us all, both personally and professionally. We take a look back at the top 5 design trends that we’ve seen in office fitouts in the last 12 months. Keeping things neat People are increasingly aware that a cluttered or messy workspace…
Changes for an environmentally friendly office
Everybody wants to do their part to slow the worsening of climate change. You spend a large portion of your time at work so it makes sense to make changes in your office to be more environmentally friendly and give yourself the best opportunity of making a difference. Go paperless…
Are standing desks for your office?
One of the latest office design crazes are standing desks and work stations. When choosing office furniture in a fitout you may be considering if a standing alternative is right for your company and office culture. To help you become more informed and able to make a decision we’ve put…
The top 4 things you should consider when picking a fitout company
A fitout is a significant investment for any business regardless of industry, whether that be corporate, retail or hospitality. A lot of time and money goes into the process, and getting to the stage that you have a business space that can welcome customers through your doors. The key to…
The importance of staff break out areas
People in the corporate world are spending more and more time at their desks, staring at computer screens. It is important for us all to take a break and refocus our minds throughout the day. Employers should be designing break out areas that encourage their employees to take this time…
5 ways to reduce the impact of office noise
Office noise levels have increasingly been an issue since the open plan trend took force thanks to Google. More and more businesses are doing away with individual offices and cubicles for large, open shared spaces that encourage collaboration. Group settings are a great layout for brainstorming and working as a…
How retail store colour schemes can impact your bottom line
Colour is the most important factor for consumers when they are making a purchasing decision. 93% say that colour and visual appearance is their primary focus when deciding whether to buy from a store. 52% of shoppers haven’t returned to a store because they didn’t like the aesthetics. As a…
5 priorities during an office relocation
Organising and implementing a fitout for your business during a move is an extremely stressful task. One way to reduce stress levels surrounding this project is to identify your priorities and direct most of your time and effort towards them. Here are the top 5 things to focus on: 1.…
