The best office fitout companies in Canberra

Moltus Construction is one of Canberra’s most recommended office fitout specialists. Photo: Thomas Lucraft.

There’s nothing worse than coming into work every day when your office that doesn’t suit employees’ needs. If your environment is stuck in a rut, chances are your staff will be too.

If a refresh is in order, it’s worth considering the purchase of a full office fitout from a company well versed in tailoring office designs from scratch. Think about the requirements of staff and their respective roles, as well as business operations, and any challenges created or exacerbated by the current building design. Set a budget and timeline, and you’ve got yourself a project brief to show prospective office fitout companies.

There are a whole lot of decisions to make when it comes to meeting your brief, so it’s absolutely crucial that the provider you choose for the job is the right one. Otherwise, you could end up with a project that blows out your budget and timeline without delivering a high quality end result.

What makes a great office fitout company?

A great office fitout company should consider practicality, visual appeal and value for money in equal measure. They should be masterful with space, form and function, and know what it takes to set a productive, inviting office scene.

It’s also important to think about Canberra’s environment – freezing winters and sweltering summers, combined with high winds and rainfall in autumn and spring, makes for some pretty unique comfort requirements.

If nothing else, consider the following when choosing a company for your office fitout:

• Qualifications and experience. Experience is a must. Fitouts should outline every area of your office in detail, especially complex, essential or unique features. If the team you’re considering has never worked on a similar project, think carefully about their ability to deliver it. Always ensure every team member who will be on site is appropriately qualified to do the work.
• Pricing. Although your initial budget is likely to chance somewhat as designing and planning progress, it’s important that your chosen office fitout company doesn’t blow it completely out of proportion. Setting expectations here is key. Do you require itemised invoices? Do they offer a fixed quote and is it transparent? Will you be briefed on how budget changes caused by project size, specifications or setting?
• Design. How skilled is the company in matching, or exceeding, the specifications of a brief in their designs? Make sure to ask a lot of questions and expect to answer many in return. A good design should cover all areas of the office, factor in your specific needs and rely on the best construction practices – not the trendiest or cheapest ones – to get the job done.
• Portfolio range. While an eye-catching portfolio is always a plus, range is more important. Look at past projects, pay particular attention to customer reviews and examine their relevance to your project. If the fitout company offers to take you on a tour of their previous work, take the opportunity to do so.
• Service. Taking the time to sift through a few online reviews could save you hours of trouble in the long run. Before you commit to signing any paperwork, make sure you understand the details of customer care packages and services. How responsive is the team? Do they offer any care guarantees? Have their clients remained a priority from start to finish? This is a big investment that will likely disrupt you environment for some time – make sure your chosen company is ready to guide you through it.

The best office fitout companies in Canberra

Riotact’s editorial team has combed through 20 years of on-site comments to compile a list of the most recommended businesses according to you.

To be listed in our Best of Canberra series, each business needs to have consistently received positive feedback on Riotact and Facebook as well as maintaining a minimum average of 4/5 stars on Google.

If you’re looking for more information on design or construction services in Canberra, you might like our articles on the best architects, the best builders and renovators, or the best landscapers Canberra has to offer. And, if you need some design inspiration check out our articles on the best furniture stores or the best office furniture supply stores in the region.

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