After 15 years in their Reading office, Ridge and Partners made the move to Arlington Business Park to give their team a workplace that supported expansion, collaboration and a strong sense of identity.
Ridge, a built environment consultancy, had outgrown their Reading office and needed a space that could support future growth and bring their whole team together on one floor. Just down the road, Arlington Business Park offered the perfect fit – lakeside views, café facilities and a strong local business community.
Ridge wanted a high quality, flexible layout centred around their brand. Morgan Lovell’s design includes collaborative zones, phone pods and an impressive boardroom – all tied together with deep green tones, natural wood and textured finishes. Planters and natural colours add a relaxed feel without compromising focus.
From the welcoming entrance with lake views and a glowing Ridge sign, the space opens into open plan desks, breakout booths and meeting rooms. The breakout zone was relocated to reduce noise and keep the best views for working areas. The spacious kitchen doubles as a hub for town halls and team events.
To reduce waste, some of the furniture from their previous office was reused, including desks and meeting tables. The Cat A ceiling was retained and the boardroom’s lights are made from recycled paper chosen to support circular design.
With the whole of Ridge’s Reading team now together on one floor, it’s easier to collaborate, connect and work flexibly throughout the day. It’s modern and functional but also warm and welcoming – the kind of place people enjoy spending time in.
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Photography: Nick Caville
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