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Showroom fitted out by Gifford Grant used for launch of new Aston Martin Rapide. Gifford Grant’s recently retired Ian Brown attended the launch of the new Aston Martin Rapide, held at the premises of our client, HWM Aston Martin in Walton on Thames. The showrooms provided the
perfect setting to introduce this stunning new car.
Leading international professional services firm, Tescom, moved into their new London offices on schedule. Tescom, who provide software quality assurance and testing expertise, engaged Gifford Grant to undertake the fit-out of its new UK headquarters in Moorgate, EC2. The project needed to be completed quickly, and this necessitated night work to maintain the challenging programme. Late legal completion of the lease further tested the project team, who rose to the challenge and commenced work on site within 48 hours of an order being placed for the project. Tescom are proud of their new premises which include cellular offices, boardroom, tea-point and a 
comms room.
As one of Taylor Woodrow's preferred contractors, Gifford Grant provided a new partitioning solution for their global client based in Watford, Hertfordshire. Another fast track project completed on schedule with total client satisfaction! Taylor Woodrow were so pleased, we had further instructions for another project which was completed in December, again in occupied offices and out of normal hours.
Access Communcations Ltd move into their new Guildford offices on time after fast track fit out and new furniture installation. The team is delighted with its new home!
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New contract for Gomaco, creating new European headquarters in Witney, Oxfordshire. This project is now well underway and excellent progress is being made. 
Russell Square office refurbishment completed ahead of schedule. Having been recently awarded a fast track refurbishment of 7,400 square feet of office space, our project team successfully delivered the new space to the client on budget and a week ahead of an already tight schedule.
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Another successful project completion, this time for a new Alfa Romeo dealership in Walton on Thames. Gifford Grant has an enviable reputation for completing projects to an excellent standard within tight deadlines, and this project was no exception. Working to both the dealer principal's brief and the manufacturer's specified finishes, the new showroom is complete and awaiting its first delivery of Alfa Romeos. In addition to this success, Gifford Grant has also been awarded a further contract to create a temporary service centre prior to further expansion.
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The thrill of Goodwood was enjoyed by all of our guests at our Aston Martin Track Day in July. Speeds of up to 130mph were recorded, with our tame racing driver only being overtaken once all day! Conditions were warm and dry at the track in Chichester, West Sussex, and both vintage and new cars were trying their luck on the circuit. The 1974 V8 coped extremely well on the day, only suffering with VERY hot brakes due to the speed David Such was reaching going into the bends. One guest commented, ‘Thank you so very much for Friday. Kate and I enjoyed ourselves immensely. Bring on the speed!!’, and another is currently trying to work out how he can take up competitive driving, continue reducing his golf handicap and keep his wife and family happy!
Vacancy.... Are you ambitious, driven, client focused, experienced in interior fit-out/refurbishment/design and build sales in London and the South East? If so, and you are looking to join a dynamic team and be a part of our continued success and future growth, email your CV to humanresources@gifford-grant.com
BAM Nuttall relies on Gifford Grant for further work at its Camberley site including: new designer furniture and service areas to compliment the training facility recently refurbished by Gifford Grant, and external works to enhance the look of the building, manage existing planting and improve the health and safety of staff and visitors to their Surrey facility.
New project for designer label TataNaka completed... After finding space in Parsons Green, London, TataNaka needed to relocate just a week later. Having installed all of the power and network cabling along with a stunning wooden floor within this time, they relocated and the remainder of the project continued in the occupied offices, showroom and creative departments including: partitioning, hand finished doors, further electrical work, flooring, decoration and staff welfare facilities. Check out their funky website www.tatanaka.com where you will also see some of their designs!
The team at Gifford Grant are pleased to welcome on board a new Project Manager. We had a great response, with a large number of high calibre applicants for this key position. After a lengthy and very competitive interview process, we have appointed Robert Sales. With his extensive knowledge and experience in the field of design and build, we look forward to delivering more projects to the high standard expected by our valued clients.
Are you aware of upcoming changes to the law when it comes to your air-conditioning systems?
By the end of 2009 the use of virgin R22 refrigerant will be banned, but it will be permissible to use recycled R22 for maintenance purposes until the end of 2014. However, there is no guarantee on the quality and availability of the refrigerant, and suppliers are predicting that stocks of recycled R22 will become almost non-existent from 2010. This gas also consumes considerably more energy than its replacements.
We would strongly advise that you consider reviewing your options in order to minimise the impact on your organisation, both operationally and financially.
Gifford Grant Ltd has the expertise to guide you and enable you to plan for the R22 phase out. We can provide a free, no-obligation audit of your air conditioning systems which will enable us to determine the most suitable action to ensure that not only will your company comply with the legislation but also facilitate you in saving money through significantly reduced energy costs.
With the recent changes to the enhanced capital allowance scheme, less systems qualify for cost rebates. Gifford Grant can design a scheme that does comply, thus maximising what you can claim back through your taxable profits.
Gifford Grant and BAM Nuttall share success...
BAM Nuttall’s training centre in Camberley, Surrey was completed within four weeks and handed over on schedule at the end of January. BAM Nuttall is delighted with its new facility and has praised both Gifford Grant and its appointed in house co-ordinator who said, ‘We have been delighted with their professionalism, attention to detail, and close involvement throughout the whole of the refurbishment project. That Gifford Grant attest to “Flexibility @ Work” is certainly borne out in our experience.' Gifford Grant looks forward to working with BAM Nuttall on future fit-out and refurbishment projects in London and the South.
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Space Business Centres
The grand opening of Space Business Centre Wokingham, Berkshire was a great success. John Redwood MP was on hand to cut the ribbon, and Stevette Potts and Alison Parr of Gifford Grant were pleased to meet so many visitors and potential clients.
This is the fourth of the five sites to be opened, and follows the recent successful launch of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham and Gloucester in Gloucestershire, and Medway, Kent.
Interest from all categories of occupiers has been intense. If you need a small amount of commercial space for a start-up company, satellite office, warehousing or storage on very flexible terms click here
Gifford Grant is proud to be partnering Space Business Centres on all of their sites and we look forward to the many opportunities the Wokingham site will bring.
P.S. We are pleased to announce that with the recent launch of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, all sites are now open and ready for business.
A stellar launch for www.gifford-grant.com
As part of our continued investment in our business, we recently launched our new website, www.gifford-grant.com. Working with Wax Media, we have created an online showcase of our projects and services, offering potential clients an opportunity to get a real feel for the quality of our work. The site will be regularly updated with news of projects and fun things we do, so add us to your favourites and check in regularly!
We have enjoyed a fantastic response and many new enquiries as a result of ‘revamping’ the site, and are thrilled with the positive feedback we are receiving.
David Such Racing
Our driver, David Such, achieved third place in the Aston Martin Classic Championship.
Having led the competition for most of the season, disaster struck at Donnington, Leicestershire in the last race when oil dropped by another competitor’s car caused David to spin 720 degrees and hit the entrance to the pit lane, the car subsequently catching fire - click here for pictures!
Fortunately, prompt action by our pit crew and some others got David clear of the car, which is now being re-built.
Watch out for our car next season!