Our approach
Common Ground Workshop specialises in creating dynamic and site-specific hybrid responses for existing commercial premises and new sites.
Our work is diverse in nature and ranges from converting existing retail premises to provide a variety of new uses, to undertaking masterplans and placemaking at disused sites, and interior proposals for existing commercial units.
Owning and operating a hybrid business premises (incorporating workspace, a café and retail, and arts project space) has given us a key insight into how hybrid design works in practice. To date, we have worked with developers, land and property owners of all sizes to combine the following uses:
- Hospitality (Bars, Restaurants, Events Spaces)
- Workspace / Co-working space
- Leisure and wellbeing facilities
- Public art and community space
- Conversion of retail units to workspace
- Masterplanning
We consult on change of use applications, provide hospitality business operational advice, and provide asset management consultancy.
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At Common Ground Workshop, we offer versatile appointment options tailored to the unique needs of each project and client.
We can be engaged as lead designer, collaborating closely with project managers, asset managers, developers, and investment funds to guide projects from initial concept to completion. Alternatively, we can serve as an architectural consultant or lead designer for main contractors, providing expert input and coordination to ensure seamless project delivery.
Our adaptable approach allows us to integrate effectively with diverse teams, ensuring every project benefits from our expertise in design, technical delivery, and stakeholder alignment.
We are typically appointed as Lead Designer in the following ways:
- Client direct appointment
- Appointed by Project Manager in conjunction with an investor client
- Main Contractor appointment
We also offer the following services
- Principal Designer: CDM Principal Designer and Building Regulations Principal Designer services
- Project Management services
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