The impact of covid-19 During the lockdown, covid-19 left many people feeling lonely and isolated and for people who worked in offices they had to attend meetings over the phone,…
Rural broadband specialists Quickline Communications has announced plans to relocate its headquarters in East Yorkshire as part of its ambitious growth strategy. Quickline, which recently unveiled its new brand identity,…
Clerkenwell Design Week: Our predictions ahead of the UK’s largest design show
Clerkenwell Design Week is a key event in the calendar of the Chameleon Business Interiors team. Giving us a glimpse of everything from brand new product launches to hands-on workshops,…
The design of your workspace can significantly impact employee motivation and productivity. Disorganised working environments or poorly arranged workspaces can impact the way your employees work. A well-designed workspace can…
Many businesses are now reconsidering the way they work. The covid-19 pandemic has disrupted established routines and changed the way we work. Many employees felt that despite some of the…
Business Administration Apprentice – Chameleon Business Interiors The Role: This role of Business Administration Apprentice provides an opportunity for a school or college leaver with an interest in the workplace…
Employee Wellbeing: How are companies investing into this?
Since to Covid-19 pandemic, there has been a significant increase in the focus on employee wellbeing with it being a main focus for the majority of companies, if not all.…
The last couple of years have seen a lot of change as a result of the covid-19 pandemic. Nothing has been left untouched. While we have found ways to adapt…
The meaning of sustainability can be interpreted differently with some people relating it to recycling and renewable energy and others using it in a broader sense of creating a sustainable…
The lifestyle office is a workspace that is designed specifically to cater to the lifestyle goals of employees through the integration of health and wellness into the workspace. The Covid-19…
There has long been a debate around what style of office is better, open plan or privately closed off. Everyone has their own preferences depending on the way they work…
The winning nominees of Hull’s Top 30 Under 30 have been announced this week and among them is Chameleon’s Assistant Project Manager, Harry Gamble and we couldn’t be prouder. The…
Having a great workspace environment is so important as it impacts you employees productivity, health and wellness, efficiency and overall mood. A great workspace environment brings about great results which,…
The Taylorist Office The Taylorist office aimed to create an office interior that seriously improve efficiency in workspaces that didn’t reply heavily on manufacturing or manual labour by imitating the…
What do employees actually want from their workspace design? So much has happened since the covid-19 pandemic, the way we use a workspace has changed, our priorities and needs have…
If remote working is successful, why is the office still important? Many employees have become used to remote working as a result of the covid-19 pandemic, with may of them…
Despite more companies opting for a hybrid working model, the industry is not seeing the equivalent drop in office space demand. This results from the way we work changing, employees…
Bucking the trend in a difficult year for the commercial interiors industry
The commercial interiors industry has experienced a lot of challenges during this time, but none more so than in the last two years. As the sector continues to negotiate supply…
It’s not surprising that we are continuing to see sustainability influencing everything we do. We predict that for 2022, carbon neutral buildings will become more and more important to occupiers…
Ensuring that you have a useful workspace that encourages productivity, team work and reinforces your company culture is so important in order to maximize the potential of your workspace. Its…
The leading colour specialists including the likes of Pantone and Dulux have released their colour palettes for 2022 which are highly likely to lead the 2022 colour trends. The colour…
As we enter into 2022, we’re looking forward to starting some prominent projects for Chameleon this year. Naturally, entering a new year comes with new ideas, new trends and a…
Collaboration has become an important activity taking place in the office post covid-19. Most people found that while remote working was great for tasks that required focus, collaboration and collaborative…
With flexibility, autonomy, variety and choice at the top of employees' wants for workspace design, activity based working is a key practice that many employers should look to introduce. As…
Sustainable Office Design: Using Natural and Recycled Materials
As we get closer to needing to achieve net-zero by 2030 and an increased emphasis is placed on businesses becoming environmentally friendly, natural and recycled materials have becoming even more…
On average, we spend more than 2000 hour in the office a year, which equates to a large part of our life. Research has shown that nature has a massive…
Chameleon’s EEI project selected as a finalist for Mixology North21. Chameleon Business Interiors completed the design and fit out of the University of Hull’s Energy and Environment Institute in accordance…
When designing your office, carefully planning your space is very important to ensure you create a space that works well for you. But don’t forget to understand what to avoid…
Chameleon’s Ideagen project selected as a finalist for Mixology North21. In the summer of 2020, Chameleon completed the design, fit-out and refurbishment of tech giant Ideagen’s new £2million head office…
Performance Marketing Specialist We are looking for a confident and target driven personality, who is keen to achieve, who can show initiative and respond to KPIs. Working within a tight-knit…
Mixology North21 Finalist: Project of the Year: Workplace Interiors
Chameleon has been shortlisted for Project of the Year- Workplace Interiors sub 5,000sqft and 30,000-70,000sqft at the Mix North21 Awards. We are excited to announce that two of our projects…
What should you consider in your office redesign? We explain below our top 6 features that you should include in your office redesign and explain why they are beneficial. Flexi…
Understanding industry jargon can be confusing, especially when there’s a lack of standard definitions! In short, a Cat B office fitout creates a custom-made space that suits the client’s needs…
Professional & Functional Design On average you spend around 40 hours per week in the office which equates to around over 2000 hours a year. While we may have all…
The covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for touch to be reduced in order to create a Covid secure office. There are many things within the traditional workspace that need…
While hotdesking has become very popular in workspaces post covid-19, it is not always favoured by all and requires planning to implement it successfully. Some employees can feel put out…
While we all love to get involved in DIY and save some money, its probably not the best idea when it comes to a workspace refurbishment. At Chameleon, we specialise…
Post the covid-19 pandemic, hybrid working has become a popular model of working supporting the needs of employees transitioning back into the workplace full time. However, it is likely to…
You Need an Office Refurbishment Company to Attract and Retain Talent!
The average person spends around 40 hours a week in the office. That equates to around 2,080 hours a year. Research shows how workspace design significantly increases the attractiveness of…
Climate Change: From a Commercial Interior Design Perspective
The Chairman of Chameleon Business Interiors discusses how the commercial interior design industry needs to take responsibility for sustainability as the climate change crisis worsens. Climate change has already had…
You and your team will spend a lot of time in the office. Planning the office layout effectively is not just important aesthetically but also to ensure the office runs…
We sat down with Kevin McIntosh, our Head of Design to discuss his thoughts on returning to the office. You have worked in commercial interior design for over 20 years…
Relocating your office is a very exciting experience for any company as it marks the start of a new era for the business as well as having the opportunity to…
What is Biophilic Design? Biophilic design is a design concept used to increase the ways those who use the space connect with the natural environment through the use of bringing…
When moving into a new office space or refurbishing your existing office, it is important to know the difference between Cat A and Cat B fit outs and what you…
Fitting out an office is a big commitment that often is a big investment and requires a lot of time spent planning . It is important to get it correct…
Everyone knows how lighting can impact their mood. Many employees often choose to get out the office and into the sun during the summer months because of how it makes…
While we have spent over a year working from home through the pandemic, it is not a replacement for the office. The office facilitates collaboration, brainstorming, improved communication which helps…
Earlier this month our head of design Kevin caught up with FX Magazine to talk all things flooring design for their May/June edition. Here's a snapshot of their Q&A... Q:…
We are delighted to be working with McCain, the UK’s number one frozen potato manufacturer, to redesign and upgrade their Eastfield Head Office in Scarborough! The new 34,000 sq ft…
Work begins at Hull’s 35,000 sq ft Cherry Tree Court
Work has begun to transform prominent Hull building, Cherry Tree Court, into a co-working space and business lets. The significant investment in the refurbishment of Cherry Tree Court, which is…
Flexible working is becoming a major consideration for professionals seeking a new role post pandemic, you will need to provide it in order to attract and retain top talent... New…
Chameleon creates contemporary experience centre for Victory Leisure Homes
Victory Leisure Homes have been creating luxury leisure homes and lodges for over a decade and in the summer of 2020 they enlisted us to bring their customer experience centre…
In the summer of 2020 we completed the design, fit-out and refurbishment for Ideagen and their new £2 million head office located in Nottingham, creating a modern, industrial feel in…
From redundant factory space to fun and functional workspace
Work has now completed at Groupe Atlantic’s new office space at its Ideal Heating premises on National Avenue in Hull creating a fun and functional workspace. Our team provided the…
Our homes have had to work extra hard to support us over the last year, providing us not only with comfort, space to relax and refresh but also to work.…
Why your workspace is an important tool for supporting employee wellbeing
Employee wellbeing in the workplace is something that has been raising its head for some time now, however, the pandemic has raised concerns about people’s health and wellbeing to the…
Chameleon appointed to deliver JR Rix & Sons new HQ
We are delighted to announce that JR Rix & Sons have appointed us to deliver a collaborative, inspiring new workspace for their team in their new head office at 2…
Planet-U office space totally transformed in just six weeks
Planet-U Energy is the UK’s fastest-growing renewable energy company whose mission is to make renewable energy totally transparent. The team - which has been based in Leeds since it was…
With many of us back working from home after the new restrictions were announced in the UK this week, offices across the country are empty - providing the perfect opportunity…
Chameleon achieve their first Gold SKA Rating for project!
We are delighted to announce our design and fit-out project for Hull Universities Energy and Environment Insitute has achieved the first ever Gold SKA Rating in the region! Achieving the…
Last month well-known Paint brand Dulux announced their colour of the year for 2021: Brave Ground. The warm, earthy tone was reportedly chosen by their colour experts due to its…
Now more than ever it is important to have a flexible workspace. Whether the need for flexibility comes in the form of areas for staff to collaborative or the ability…
Office productivity in the workplace is a priority for most, if not all, businesses. It’s the key driver behind your success and can make or break a company. When this…
Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple are amongst some of the business giants that started life working in a small, awkward office space (in garages, to be exact). For start-up businesses, it’s…
Here are our tips for a more sustainable office design that enables teams to make ethical decisions in their day-to-day working lives. With the current global climate crisis, it’s important…
There’s nothing worse than working in a tiny office that feels so small you can barely think. Working in too close proximity to your colleagues can cause a number of…
Chameleon go green with three-year university contract
Chameleon Business Interiors has been appointed for a three-year contract with The University of Hull, securing the first project to design and fit-out the new EEI at Hull University. Located…
Hull & East Yorkshire People In Business Awards 2019
We are celebrating a hat-trick of successes after three of our team members have been shortlisted for an award at the 2019 Hull & East Yorkshire People in Business Awards.…
This year our Design Team attended Clerkenwell Design Week 2019. As well as hosting an abundance of furniture and interiors showrooms, Clerkenwell is also home to a variety of other…
Chameleon Business Interiors expand overseas portfolio with Perkopolis
We have collaborated with perks company Perkopolis on the relocation of their head office to celebrate our joint 20-year anniversary. The refresh, for which employee health and wellbeing was paramount,…
Workplace design can often be overlooked as an ideal and not a necessity. However have you ever considered how productivity in the workplace can be affected by design? We explore…
We take a look at our top 5 features that make a fantastic co-working space! 1 – Collaboration spaces With increasing popularity, collaborative areas create a space for new ideas…
Chameleon Business Interiors reaffirm commitment to Hull to mark 20th anniversary
We mark our 20th anniversary by renewing our 10-year lease, reaffirming our commitment to the city. Based at Humber Quays in the city centre, we have spent 20 years completing…
Mental health is becoming a concern for employers across the UK, and nearly a third of UK businesses state that mental health and well-being is more important than physical illness.…
There’s no denying that the layout, design and feel of a workspace can influence the way a business works. That’s why we, at Chameleon Business Interiors, create offices that inspire…
Chameleon joins the Y30 Members Club Y30 Members Club is a group of Yorkshire-based businesses that are not only ambitious and innovative but also passionate about Yorkshire. We believe that…
Wellbeing in the Workplace – Through Fabrics & Patterns
Featuring Camira Fabrics With the lines between commercial and domestic interiors becoming increasingly blurred, fabric choice is key in creating atmospheres which encourage comfort and clarity. This will only continue,…
As the world of work evolves, offices are becoming more representative of the diversity, technology and shifting timescales of modern working life. In the past, traditional offices made provision for…
For many years, businesses have viewed office and building design as something to think about after everything else. This is no longer the case. Workspace design is integral to any…
We believe that the office is constantly changing, with the traditional 9-5 set up long since consigned to history. So what does this mean for design? Historically, culture shapes space…
Improving office workspaces: £15 million Investment in the Digital Sector
Founded in 1998 Chameleon Business Interiors have been upgrading and improving office workspaces for a little over 17 years. With offices in Hull, Leeds, York and Birmingham Chameleon, have a…
