Derby Board Room

Client Vision and Executive Requirements

The Derby city centre office board room project exemplified Urban's capability to create sophisticated executive spaces that command respect and facilitate productive business meetings. This project demonstrated how custom interiors, when expertly crafted using advanced CNC machinery and skilled bench joiner techniques, can transform ordinary meeting spaces into impressive corporate environments that reflect a company's professional standards and ambitions.

The client approached Urban seeking a board room that would serve multiple functions - impressing potential investors, facilitating essential business decisions, and representing their company's commitment to quality and innovation. Urban's design team understood these requirements and created a solution that exceeded expectations while remaining within budget constraints.

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Fluted Panelling and Advanced Manufacturing

Urban's design team created a striking visual impact using fluted MRMDF panelling, requiring precision manufacturing and skilled bench joiner expertise. The panelling created texture and visual interest while maintaining the professional atmosphere essential for executive board rooms. The fluted profile required careful planning and precise CNC machinery programming to achieve consistent spacing and depth across all panels. Each panel was manufactured to exact specifications, ensuring perfect alignment during installation.

This attention to detail reflects the same standards Urban applies to all its projects, whether creating landlord furniture for rental properties, student accommodation furniture for educational institutions, or bespoke commercial installations for prestigious corporate clients. The fluted panelling technique demonstrates Urban's mastery of traditional joinery skills and modern CNC machinery capabilities.

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Custom Desktop Configuration and Premium Finishes

The room's centrepiece featured a custom-designed desk base painted in satin black, supporting an innovative 3-tier desktop configuration. This complex design required extensive planning and coordination between Urban's design team and manufacturing specialists. The satin black finish was achieved through multiple coating processes, with each layer carefully applied and cured to achieve the deep, uniform colour that provides both durability and visual impact.

The solid surface meteor shower centrepiece became a focal point, demonstrating Urban's ability to incorporate unique design elements while maintaining functionality. This centrepiece required specialised manufacturing techniques, with the meteor shower pattern achieved through careful material selection and CNC machinery programming. The result was a striking visual element that served as a functional workspace and an impressive design feature.

This level of customisation is typically associated with high-end residential projects, but Urban successfully adapted these techniques for commercial applications, proving their versatility and expertise across different market sectors. The solid surface material was selected for its durability, stain resistance, and ability to combine seamlessly to create complex shapes and configurations.

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Sophisticated Storage Solutions

The handleless push-to-open cabinetry in Cupria slate finish showcased Urban's understanding of modern design trends and ability to execute them flawlessly. As a kitchen manufacturer with extensive experience in cabinetry hardware and mechanisms, Urban brought their expertise to create storage solutions that were both practical and aesthetically pleasing. The push-to-open mechanisms required precise adjustment and quality components to ensure reliable operation.

The Cupria slate finish was selected for its sophisticated appearance and durability under commercial use. This finish required specialised application techniques and quality control measures to ensure consistency across all cabinet surfaces. Each cabinet door and drawer front received individual attention during the finishing process, ensuring perfect colour matching and surface quality.

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Integrated Design Elements

The matching ceiling raft tied the design together, creating a cohesive environment that impressed clients and facilitated productive meetings. This element required careful structural planning and coordination with other building services, demonstrating Urban's ability to integrate their custom millwork with existing building systems. The ceiling raft incorporated lighting elements and acoustic considerations, showing Urban's holistic approach to interior design.

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Manufacturing Excellence and Quality Control

Urban's CNC machinery capabilities were essential in achieving the precision required for this project. The complex angles and perfect fits required for the fluted panelling and multi-tier desktop could only be achieved through advanced manufacturing techniques. This technology allows Urban to compete with larger manufacturers while maintaining the personal service and attention to detail that smaller companies can provide.

The programming and setup for the CNC machinery required extensive planning and testing to ensure perfect results. Each component was manufactured with tolerances measured in fractions of millimetres, ensuring that assembly would proceed smoothly and that the finished installation would meet Urban's exacting standards.

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Project Coordination and Installation

The project management for this Derby board room fit-out required careful coordination with other trades and strict adherence to timelines, as office disruption needed to be minimised. Urban's experience with various project types, from kitchen units for sale to complete commercial fit-outs, ensured smooth execution and professional results.

Installation was scheduled during weekend hours to minimise disruption to the client's business operations. Urban's installation team worked efficiently to complete the project within the agreed timeframe, with quality checks and final adjustments ensuring that every element functioned perfectly and met the client's expectations.

The board room's impact on the client's business operations was immediate and positive. The impressive environment enhanced their ability to attract new clients and investors, while the functional design supported more productive meetings. The project demonstrated Urban's understanding that effective commercial design must balance aesthetic impact with practical functionality.

This boardroom project demonstrates Urban's versatility and ability to create sophisticated commercial environments. Whether working on student accommodation furniture, HMO furniture, or high-end executive spaces, Urban maintains the same commitment to quality and attention to detail, which are made for the trade and elevate interiors with bespoke solutions.

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Project Summary: The Derby board room exemplifies Urban's expertise in creating executive-level commercial spaces through advanced CNC manufacturing and skilled craftsmanship. Made by developers, for developers, this project showcased fluted MRMDF panelling, multi-tier desktop design, and handleless cabinetry that commands respect and facilitates productive business meetings.

Looking to create an impressive executive environment? Urban's expertise in custom interiors and advanced manufacturing capabilities ensures your boardroom will reflect your company's professional standards. Contact us to discuss your commercial fit-out requirements.