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…
Over the last 6 months, we’ve done a lot of investing into our team at Chameleon. We have expanded our pre-construction, project delivery and office teams. Our pre-construction team has…
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…
Chameleon continue to grow with two new hires in August! Paul Saunders has joined us as Purchasing and Procurement Lead to support the pre-construction team. Paul will be responsible for…
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…
The Role: We are looking for a confident and creative personality, who is up for a challenge ideally has experience within the office & workplace sector, who can show initiative…
The Role: We are looking for a confident and creative personality, who is up for a challenge ideally has experience within the office & workplace sector, who can show initiative…
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…
Chameleon are expanding again with two new hires last month!Hannah Clark has joined us as Purchase Ledger to work alongside our Office Manager, Linda, to support with the processing of…
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…
We’re Hiring: Business Development Manager West Midlands
The Role: Creating and managing new business within the West Midlands, you will be responsible for selling commercial interior design, fit out & furniture products and services. This will be…
The Role: This role is focused on supporting the sales team with quotations, job packs and negotiating and placing orders with manufacturers. The ideal person for this role will have…
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…
Is your workspace ready to attract and retain the top talent in your industry?
Flexible working is becoming a major consideration for professionals seeking a new role post pandemic... New research has shown that more than half of UK professionals consider flexibility of hours…
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…
Say hello to David, our new Senior Project Manager!
This week we welcome David Creek to team Chameleon as part of our latest recruitment drive. David joins us as our Senior Project Manager working alongside Richard and Harry to…
In the summer of 2020 we completed the design, fit-out and refurbishment of tech giant Ideagen’s new £2 million head office located in Nottingham, creating a modern, industrial feel in…
We are growing our team again with the appointment of three new hires! In case you missed their intros earlier in the month here's a quick recap for you. Tom…
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. Our team provided the design, fit-out and furniture services, transforming…
Yesterday we welcomed Tom to our project team as our new Estimator! Tom will be working hard behind the scenes of our projects to ensure that we continue to provide…
Chameleon celebrates International Women’s Day 2021
Today we are celebrating International Women's Day and all the talented and empowering women in our team, our clients and our suppliers. We would like to give a special shout…
Savills’ new flagship office based at The Lumen, in the heart of Newcastle Helix - is now complete! Working alongside Fiona Collier at Bluesky Design and M J Phoenix &…
Say hello to Sarah, our new Business Development Manager
This week we welcome Sarah Lister to team Chameleon as our new Business Development Manager for the midlands. Here’s what she had to say about her new role: “‘It’s great…
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.…
Today we welcome Phoebe to team Chameleon as our assistant administrator. Phoebe will be working under our business support manager Sam to ensure our projects are delivered on time and…
Congratulations Sam, our new Business Support Manager
2020 was a fantastic year of growth at Chameleon, something that is continuing in 2021. Sam has been working super hard behind the scenes for over 4 years to ensure that our…
Why your workspace is an important tool for supporting employee wellbeing
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 top…
Chameleon appointed to deliver JR Rix & Sons new headquarters
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’s new 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…
Welcome to the team Richard Steele! Richard joins us as our new Senior Project Manager and will be based on our sites across the UK. "I'm really excited to be…
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…
Chameleon shortlisted for Highways England’s new 30,000 sq ft office space
We are delighted to have been shortlisted by Carter Jonas for Highways England's new 30,000 sq ft office space at Calder Park in Wakefield. The office space is to be the second letting…
Chameleon goes ‘back to school’ with latest project
Over the last few months we have been transforming a 19th century building at Hull’s oldest independent school - Hymers College – balancing contemporary and classic design to create a…
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…
We are looking to recruit a business administration apprentice to join our team in Hull. The successful candidate will support the sales co-ordinator with sales activities, produce quotes and liaise…
Now more than ever it is important to have flexibility in the workspace. Whether the need for flexibility comes in the form of areas for staff to collaborative or the…
We have recently completed the design and fit-out of FirstGroup’s newly refurbished national call centre. But this is no ordinary call centre, we have redefined the traditional ‘call centre’ look…
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 productivity…
How to make the most of a small or awkward office space
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…
5 ways to make your office design more sustainable
With the current global climate crisis, it’s important we not only consider our personal impact on the environment but also our impact as businesses and communities. In the UK, the…
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…
Which famous face’s workspace would you work best in?
The way your workspace looks, from the number of desks to the colour of the walls, could be having an impact on your career. Whether your workspace hasn’t changed for…
Location: Hull Job type: Permanent About the company Chameleon Business Interiors (CBI) is a leading commercial interior design and fit-out company with an impressive client roster and ambitious growth plans.…
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 Energy and Environment Centre at…
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…
Founded by designer Alvaro Catalán de Ocón, PET Lamp is a project that mixes the reuse of PET plastic bottles with selected traditional weaving techniques from different corners of the…
Chameleon Business Interiors expand overseas portfolio with leading Canadian company
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,…
5 ways office design affects productivity in the workplace
Workplace design can often be overlooked as an ideal and not a necessity. However have you ever considered how your work environment can affect productivity? We explore 5 ways that…
What features would make a fantastic co-working space?
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…
Abstract, Atmospheric, Contemporary. Our designer of the month, Elli Popp, was founded in London in 2007 by German born independent designer Katja Behre. Influenced by nature, her work offers us…
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…
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 Yorkshire should be the number one…
In early July, Harry started working with us at Chameleon as a Trainee Project Manager after the role was advertised through his Sixth Form College. Harry has settled in really…
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…
How pioneering digital technology companies are shaping commercial interior design
“First we shape our places and then our places shape us.” - Winston Churchill In the fast-paced world of digital technology, innovative thinking and creative solutions are the key to staying…
Workspace Design Should be at the Heart of ANY Business Plan
For many years, businesses have viewed office and building design as something to think about after everything else. This is no longer the case. Workplace 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…
Chameleon Help PhD Nutrition With Their Office Move
Chameleon work on national projects throughout the UK. However it is always good to work on a local project, especially for such a renowned international brand in the world of…
Ramsden International Go For Height Adjustable Desks
Ramsden’s have gone for a very high specification on the ground floor with veneer surfaces and an impressive boardroom, a lot of though and work has gone into the design…
Funiture by Senator Is Keeping Up With Office Needs
Over the past decade, businesses have been awakened to the benefits associated with collaborative, adaptable working environments and the need to integrate modern communications. The Ad-Lib Work Lounge was designed…
Times Are Changing But One Fact Remains The Same, Our Love Of The Desk
To help understand ‘how we work’, one of our top furniture suppliers Senator surveyed 2,000 UK employees that work in an office environment. The answers proved insightful, some popular perceptions were confirmed by…
Chameleon carries out project with Northern Power Grid
Chameleon Birmingham office have just carried out a high profile project with Northern Powergrid in Drury Lane London for the Executive Suites of a new corporate building. Northern Powergrid decided…
Chameleon announce high profile clients in Birmingham office
Founded in 1998, Chameleon Business Interiors are specialists in office refurbishments and fit-outs, providing a complete range of interior design & contracting solutions for commercial interiors. This includes space planning,…
Driving Business innovation. Founded in 1998 Chameleon Business Interiors have been upgrading and improving offices workspaces for a little over 17 years. With offices in Hull, Leeds, York and Birmingham…
No requirement for capital outlay and tax efficient financing means that all businesses can benefit from an amazing workspace environment. Founded in 1998 Chameleon Business Interiors have been upgrading and…
