• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• September 26, 2018

London to Paris cycle complete!

I am pleased to announce that we successfully competed the London to Paris cycle doing 300km over 3 days with over 9,000 ft of climbing!. We had terrible weather which made the challenge a lot harder but also a lot more rewarding. The whole event was well organised and great fun. We met some great people with amazingly strong characters overcoming adversary just to be on the start line and riding for many inspiring causes.

• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• September 14, 2018

New office at the prestigious Exeter Science Park after refurbishment!

MD Business Interiors are one of the leading office furniture suppliers, office refurbishment and fit out contractors working within Devon and Cornwall. Based in Exeter we work with all sizes, types and structures of companies to provide quality office refurbishment and renovation projects.

We were recently privileged to be instructed to fit out a new HQ office at the prestigious Exeter Science Park for the multi-award-winning Cathedral Management Limited (CFM) who, with a turnover of £3.3m celebrate their 25th anniversary milestone.

• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• August 21, 2018

Office dilapidations, tips to avoid costs!

Rebecca Davidson from Burnetts Solicitors shares her top 5 tips for avoiding costly dilapidation’s claims in commercial leases. MD Business Interiors are office fit out and refurbishment contractors based in Exeter, Devon. We often assist with these issues on site. Good advice at the start often avoids bigger more costly problems down the line.

In a commercial lease, “dilapidations” are damages or defects to a property which a tenant is legally obliged to put right under the terms of their lease.

• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• August 1, 2018

What Do Your Employees Want From an Office Fit-out?

What Do Your Employees Want From an Office Fit-out?

Employees spend the majority of their waking day in the office. That is why a large part of an office fit-out should be about your employee’s comfort. While a good fit-out has productivity in mind, you can’t expect your staff to be productive if they are not in a good environment.  Office fit out and refurbishment contractor specialists such as MD Business Interiors can help you decide what is a successful outcome. Here are some things your employees require from an office fit-out:

1. A Layout to Encourage Socialising And Collaboration

Humans are social animals and it is part of our nature to collaborate and socialise with other people. In an office environment, it is important to balance privacy and collaboration. You can create areas where spontaneous meetings can happen and another area where people can work undisturbed.

2. A Place to Rejuvenate and Recharge

A decent rest room is a must for any office space. Your employees will need a space where they can relax and refresh their minds and bodies. It doesn’t have to be filled with expensive furniture,just built for comfort.

3. Natural Light to Help Them Stay Focused

Studies show that working in natural light helps people perform at their best. That is why when doing your office fit out, make sure that you allow natural light to pass through. Share the sunshine with your staff.

These are just some of the things that your employees require from an office fit-out. If you are looking for a company to help you, look no further. We have have over 20 years of experience in office fit-out, full commercial or retail fit of suspended ceilings, partitions (solid or glazed), dry lining and plastering.

Contact us today to discover the benefits of suspended ceilings in your office or commercial space. All installed by our fully qualified specialists at MD Business Interiors.

(original blog by SLP)

• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• July 23, 2018

Planning an office refurbishment in Devon?

Executive storage and desk layout in a modern colour scheme

Planning your Office refurbishment or Fit Out

MD Business Interiors are office fit out and refurbishment specialists based in Exeter, Devon. We share some ideas on how to plan an office fitout.

Do you know it’s estimated that 25% of the floor space in many offices is not being used? Before moving to a new location, it is important that you plan and reorganise to see what’s the best set-up for your office. A well-planned office interior will provide a productive and stress-free environment both for clients and employees. Cramped and underutilised space is one of the major hindrances of workplace productivity. Here are some things to consider when planning an office fit-out:

1. Trends and Office Fit-out Fashions

Do you research and get up to date with the latest innovative trends. Employee an interior designer with their finger on the pulse. Ensure the right level of corporate branding is used. If you are relocating, make sure you pay close attention to crucial areas of the building such as the lobby and the entrances for staff and visitors. When done well an office fit-out will increase the motivation of employees, enhance the teamwork and boost productivity.

2. Plan With Safety in Mind

Risk has to be assessed both through the process of the project works and also for the end result. It’s vital that you never risk the health and safety of your employees. This is why when planning an office fit-out, you put safety as your top priority. Make sure that those who enter the building are safe always.

3. Keep the Business Running Normally

Plan on how to keep the business running seamlessly throughout. Key people often become very distracted by the refurbishment works and the input they must give it. All or any members of staff could be disturbed by noise/dust/extra visitors etc during ongoing works. Make sure that the working areas in your office are undisturbed in the working week. Alternatively, you can ask your office fit-out company to have the process done outside business hours.

4. Know What You Want

What is the aim of your office fit-out? Is it to motivate employees, enhance efficiency or boost productivity? Is it to impress the clients? Or you’re thinking of a re-branding campaign? Whatever your end goal is, make sure you focus fully on your plan.

When you plan ahead and set clear objectives they are more likely to be achieved.

MD Business Interiors can provide you with an office fit-out that can maximise the efficiency of your work environment. We have extensive experience of commercial internal refurbishment, including retail, commercial and leisure industries.

We carry out office interior projects throughout the South West & UK.

Contact us here!

Executive open plan layout

• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• July 19, 2018

MARKS LONDON TO PARIS CYCLING CHALLENGE FOR MACMILLAN CANCER

You can show your support and make a donation to MacMillan Cancer Support on our Just Giving page here.

A big thank you!

Having Trekked the Great Wall of China for 5 days in 2012 our Director Mark is training hard for this year’s sporting challenge, cycling from London to Paris.

“Our family lost our much loved and missed 8 year old niece Bella to leukaemia in 2011. She was a wonderful little girl but with such a short life. I am inspired by her to help others in the same situation with the same illness. MacMillan Cancer Support is such a wonderful charity that provides support in so many ways for so many people!”

Here’s your chance to find out more!

THE CHALLENGE

I hadn’t been on a bike much apart from the Camel Trail in Cornwall on holiday with the family. Having done a few trekking challenges, I wanted a new and different sporting challenge.

This event is recognised as a tough event, 3 days in the saddle and as a beginner it is quite daunting. However, training is now becoming almost enjoyable, but the heat is a challenge. It is a tremendous boost pushing oneself both mentally and physically.

So, we are going to cycle 300km in 3 days from London to Paris. It takes in some tough hills and some beautiful countryside finishing on the final day under the Eiffel Tower.

More information here – https://classicchallenge.co.uk/challenge-finder/Cycle+London+to+Paris+-+2018/

PROGRESS

“With a couple of months to go the routine of one long ride and two shorter fast or hilly rides in the week seems to be working as the hills are getting easier. The weekly mileage starts to go up from here as we start to peak! Anybody who wants to come along feel free….

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

If you’d like to show your support and help her raise funds for this awesome charity – here’s our JustGiving Page.

Thank you in advance!

• Mark Dowse
• Uncategorised
• July 10, 2018

Effective cable management for your office furniture!

Chrome wire cable basket

Devon office furniture dealers MD Business Interiors of Exeter say cable management has always been an issue in the office environment. The variety of devices now used in the office place are unfortunately accompanied by wires and cables! Helping you work Faster, Tidier and Smarter is what we do. So read on to see the advantages of our Cable Management products!

Wire Basket

Our wire basket range provides a fantastic solution to help place all wires and cables neatly. They provide a sleek finish to the office desk but are also easy to install via their clamping mechanisms. Chrome finished baskets will help place all wires to reduce knots, prevent trip hazards and allow the end user to easy add, remove and change wires if required. Our wire baskets can be cut to a variety of sizes to fit any desk perfectly!

Cable spine to go from desk to floor

Cable Spines

Our cable spines have been designed to help organise all those cables and wires from the office desk to the power point. Our flexible plastic trunking allows cables to be placed free from damage and knots. Our cable spines come in 3 colours and are extremely easy to assemble!

Trunking

Our trunking comes with 3 compartments which provides a quick and easy solution to cable tiding. Our trunking is available in 3m lengths or cut to size and come in black and silver to match your office furniture.

Our cable management products are designed fit your new or existing office furniture. It will help you work Faster, Tidier and Smarter. All products are designed with the highest quality material to have long lasting durability. If you would like more information on our products, give our sales team a call on 01392 834980.

3 compartment trunking

Helping you work Faster, Tidier and Smarter!