15 Bedford Street Covent Garden CAT A Refurbishment | Office & Bistro TransformationVIRTUS Contracts Limited

Value:

£925,000

Timescale:

24 weeks

The project commenced with the strip out of an existing redundant 2 storey Bistro forming part of a live office block located within the Covent Garden area.

Street view of 15 Bedford Street, featuring retail frontage including Patisserie Valerie and TONI&GUY. The refurbished exterior includes updated signage, planters, and a clean urban aesthetic, reflecting improvements to the building’s public-facing elements.

This Covent Garden CAT A refurbishment began with the strip-out of a redundant two-storey bistro within a live office building in the heart of Covent Garden. The project transformed the former restaurant space and surrounding office areas to create a flexible environment ready for future occupation.

Office and Bistro Strip-Out Works

Following the removal of the existing bistro, the team completed a partial office strip-out and structural alterations within the basement. These works enabled the space to be delivered to a CAT A standard, allowing an incoming restaurant operator to undertake its own fit-out.

A key element of the Covent Garden CAT A refurbishment involved installing a fully fire-rated extract duct. The duct ran from the basement to roof level through an external lightwell and satisfied all local planning requirements.

Reception and Toilet Refurbishment in an Occupied Building

The project team refurbished the reception area and ground-floor toilet facilities while the building remained fully occupied. Careful planning ensured tenants maintained uninterrupted access throughout the works.

The team installed a new tiled reception floor and upgraded both lift lobbies without disrupting daily operations. They also completed the toilet refurbishment in phases so occupants always had access to essential facilities.

Managing Access and Occupier Constraints

The building’s restricted access and its proximity to neighbouring offices and residential properties created several challenges. To minimise disruption, the team scheduled all major works outside normal business hours.

This approach proved particularly important during the installation of the extract duct and external cladding. The team erected a full scaffold within the lightwell and completed the most disruptive activities during off-peak periods. As a result, tenants continued to occupy the building safely and comfortably throughout the programme.

Project Gallery

Refurbished office lobby featuring two central elevators, a staircase, and a wall-mounted directory sign listing multiple companies. The fit-out combines clean architectural lines with modern finishes, creating a professional and welcoming entrance space.

Refurbished reception area featuring a sleek desk with monitors and hand sanitizer, framed green wall art, and pendant lighting. The space includes grey seating near large windows, light tiled flooring, and a glass entrance, combining modern design with welcoming functionality.

Modern meeting room featuring a large wooden table, mixed seating including a bench, and a striking green moss wall installation. The fit-out combines natural textures with urban views through large windows, creating a refreshed, biophilic workspace.

Minimalist office interior featuring a concrete desk and vibrant green moss wall art, part of a biophilic fit-out and refurbishment. The design contrasts natural textures with clean white walls and grey surfaces, creating a modern, eco-conscious reception or breakout space.

Refurbished office lobby featuring a clean, spacious layout with light grey tiled flooring, moss-inspired green wall art, and modern furniture. The fit-out includes a sleek reception desk, pendant lighting, and a staircase leading to an upper level, blending biophilic design with contemporary finishes.

Accessible office WC bathroom refurbished with modern grey tiling, support bars beside the toilet, a compact white sink, and dual circular mirrors. The fit-out emphasizes inclusive design, hygiene, and functionality.

Awards and Accreditations

We are committed to being recognised as a modern forward thinking construction company and realise the importance of meeting the standards and expectations of our customers and in recognition of this we are members of Constructionline and CHAS, whilst also having accreditation under ISO9001 & ISO1400.