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Plan your next renovation with this office fitout checklist
The key to any successful office fitout is in the planning. We’ve put together this step by step office fitout checklist to help you achieve a stress free fitout that actually sticks to your budget. Keep these steps in mind when you’re discussing your proposed fitout with your fitout specialist and main stakeholders.
Office Bathroom Design: What Brisbane Fitouts Miss
Many office fitouts overlook the bathroom. Here’s why that’s a mistake, and what great office bathroom design actually signals about your workplace culture.
Office Kitchen Design: What Really Makes a Staff Kitchen Work
A great office kitchen does more than hold a coffee machine. Discover what Brisbane businesses should consider when designing a staff kitchen that actually works.
Turnkey Office Solutions Brisbane: What’s Included and Why It Matters
What’s included in turnkey office solutions in Brisbane? From design to construction and furniture, learn why end-to-end fitout delivery matters for your business.
Green Buildings Lease Faster: How Sustainability Features Attract Quality Tenants
Learn why sustainable office buildings lease faster and attract higher-quality tenants. Learn how green features reduce vacancy and boost property value in Brisbane’s commercial market.
Office furniture trends for 2026
Discover the top office furniture trends for 2026, from warm lighting and flexible furniture to natural materials. Expert insights for Brisbane commercial fitouts.
Cold Shell vs Fitted Office Spaces: Pros and Cons for Business Owners
Discover the pros and cons of cold shell vs fitted office spaces for Brisbane businesses. Learn which option suits your budget, timeline, and growth plans best.
Smart Office Technology Integration: Future-Proofing Your Workspace
Discover how smart office technology reduces costs, boosts productivity and future-proofs your Brisbane workspace. Essential fitout planning guide.
Commercial Office Design Brisbane: Industry-Specific Considerations
Discover how Brisbane’s top industries require unique office design approaches. From legal firms to tech startups, learn industry-specific considerations for your commercial fitout.
Lighting Design Trends: Natural vs Artificial Light in Modern Offices
Discover the latest lighting design trends for modern offices. Learn how to balance natural and artificial light for productivity, wellbeing and energy efficiency.
Office Design Trends: What’s Hot in Brisbane Commercial Spaces
Discover the hottest office design trends transforming Brisbane commercial spaces in 2025. From hybrid workspaces to sustainability. Get expert fitout insights.
Employee Retention Through Office Design: The Hidden Benefits
Smart office fitout design isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a powerful retention tool. Explore how colours, lighting, and more reduce staff turnover.
Why Your Office Walls Are Secretly Sabotaging Your Success (And How to Fix It)
Strategic texture and material choices that transform your office fitout. Expert interior design insights on walls, ceilings, floors, furniture and acoustics for inspiring workspaces.
Privacy Solutions in Open Offices: Screens, Pods, and Quiet Zones
Strategic privacy solutions transform chaotic open offices into productive workspaces. Explore acoustic pods, smart glass partitions, and…
Hybrid Workspace Design: Modern Office Fitouts for Flexible Working
Transform your Brisbane office with hybrid workspace design. Learn space ratios, team neighbourhoods & collaboration solutions that boost productivity.
Brand Integration in Office Design: Reflecting Company Culture
Transform your office into a powerful brand asset. Learn how strategic design choices reinforce company culture and drive business success.
Budgeting for Office Fitouts: Hidden Costs Businesses Should Expect
Discover the hidden costs that catch 70% of businesses off guard in office fitouts. Expert insights on budgeting, permits, and infrastructure costs…
Tenant Attraction Strategies: Office Fitouts That Lease Faster
The fitout design strategies that help CBD offices lease weeks faster. From spec fitouts to wellness design, learn what today’s tenants really want and how to reduce vacancy periods.
Office Design Psychology: How Layout Affects Productivity and Wellbeing
Office design psychology directly affects productivity and wellbeing. Learn how biophilic design, colours, and flexible spaces create thriving workplaces.
Office Storage Solutions: Stylish Ways to Manage Workplace Clutter
We’ve all walked into offices where clutter overwhelms productivity. Where papers are scattered across desks, cables are everywhere, and workspaces […]
Design ideas for leasing your office space
So, you’ve got yourself an office tenancy and want to know how to lease it out fast! The answer? A […]
A quiet place: Managing acoustics in an open plan office
In recent years, open plan spaces have soared in popularity. Open plan offices give us more opportunities to collaborate, communicate […]
Rethinking reception: How to make a great first impression
Your reception area is one of the first points of contact for your business, so it’s important to make a […]
Look up! The importance of ceiling space in office fitouts
When considering an office fitout most people think about colour schemes, layout, amenities, furniture, and flooring – but rarely […]
Fitout ideas to attract workers back to the office
While the world is slowly returning to normal work life after the shakeup of the pandemic, there are still many employees who are reluctant to return to the office.
Our guide to large fitouts (1000m2 or more)
Do you have a large space spanning over 1000 square metres? Or maybe even over 2500 metres? It can be daunting knowing where to start on large projects which is why we’ve put this short guide together so you know what to expect during your larger fitout project.
Balancing an open yet quiet office fitout
Modern office fitouts have shifted from staff being hidden away in private offices and cubicles, to open plan layouts. This contemporary environment increases impromptu interactions, increases collaboration and improves employee relationships and team culture.
How to get your new office fitout over the line with management
The new office fitout can be a hard sell to management. Hey we need money to put towards the space we live and breathe in Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Yes it’s going to cost a bit and no commerical and office fitouts aren’t just for aesthetics.
How to use partitions in an open plan office
Partitions have been a mainstay of office design since the rise of office fitouts. Creating individually compartmentalised workspaces has proven […]
How to make good at the end of a lease
One of the most overlooked pieces of the leasing puzzle is the “make good”. It’s a standard clause included in […]
5 reasons why your patients should be at the heart of your dental clinic fit out
Patients know what they want and how they want things done. It’s important to ensure communication is at the key […]
Create an engaging education space with these 4 tips
With the rise of private education centres, like General Assembly and Academy Xi, innovation within classroom spaces is becoming a […]
How are you prioritising air quality in your office design?
How are you prioritising air quality in your office design or office fitout? Air quality is crucial to our health, […]
Does your office design reflect your company values?
Here at Urban Group we are seeing organisations of all sizes beginning to understand the importance of culture and as […]
Two medical clinics to inspire your next clinic fitout
Your medical clinic fitout is an important part of your business—it shapes the way clients interact and refer your services, […]
How to start planning your office fitout for end of financial year
Brisbane office design is continuing to evolve and keep pace with trends from all over the working world. As research […]
5 Innovative Ways To Redefine The Workplace
There’s a growing awareness of companies realising how their workplace environment is significantly impacting their staff’s productivity, rather than just […]
4 goals your display suite fitout should achieve
Display suites are a unique way to capture the attention of the market and show the potential of a property—from […]
How to make an office space feel bigger
If you’re underutilising your office design and style, a small office can feel overwhelming and confined to work in, stifle […]
Everything you need to know to start your office fitout journey
Getting started on your office fitout can feel like an overwhelming and challenging task. It requires a wealth of new […]
How to get started with your medical clinic fitout
Starting the journey of your medical clinic fit out comes with a wealth of importance. Your clinic’s fit out should […]
Office Design Trends For 2019
Office design is an integral part of the success and productivity of any business. And while companies are geared for […]
4 ways to adapt your office for rapid employee growth
While your organisation continues to grow in size, the amount of floor space needed to accommodate new staff members will […]
The Open Office Floor Plan: Pros & Cons
Current workplace trends are moving away from traditional closed-door offices. Innovative businesses are now embracing an open office floor plan. […]
How to educate your employees on office sustainability and “green” initiatives
Why office sustainability? Businesses have started to realise the importance of sustainability and “green” initiatives in the workplace. And it’s […]
The Best Offices in Australia in 2018
An innovative and progressive office space is something that has dramatically increased in importance in the modern business environment – […]
Improve Your Office Environmental Footprint With These Simple Tips
The environmental sustainability of office spaces is a topic that has recently taken great precedence in the global market in […]
How to find out if you’re under utilising your office space
Take a quick look around your office… How much of your space is optimised for your needs? Whether it’s for your team, clients, or practice, a lack of office space can hinder productivity and your overall business. In fact, around 25% of commercial office space is unused.
How to focus better in an open place office
Discover how Brisbane’s top industries require unique office design approaches. From legal firms to tech startups, learn industry-specific considerations for your commercial fitout.
How “Smart Home” technology will impact your office
We live in an age of technological revolution, and technical innovations are going to continue to impact our office environments. […]
Four no-fuss office area redesigns to consider for the end of financial year
The financial year is nearly over, your employees have worked hard to get to this point, and the next few […]
The exciting innovations shaping the future of interior design
Interior design is an art form that is always moving and evolving into new innovations. As a result, it can […]
5 tools to help you visualise your space
One of the greatest hurdles faced when designing an interior is trying to visualise the end product. Without a solid […]
Use these office design research facts to boost company culture
Company culture is an important aspect of the success of any business. A company with a stellar culture can see their workplace productivity increase immensely, and conversely, a company with poor culture can see their productivity (and as a result earnings) stagnate.
5 important commercial interior design tips
Commercial interior design is no easy task; there are a number of factors to be considered to ensure your business is well designed to promote a positive customer experience.
Things to keep in mind when buying new office furniture
Furniture is often an underestimated factor of an office’s look and aesthetic, so we’re here to provide you some tips […]
How to fit out a small business office
Considering a fit out for a small business office? It can seem like a significant challenge for your business at […]
Moving to a new space vs. an existing office redesign
One trap that can trick an enthusiastic first timer to redoing an office space is treating an office redesign as though it were a fitout for a whole new space. Take a read of this post to choose between a new space or an office redesign for your existing space.
How to create a timeless medical clinic fitout
Office and clinic fitouts are no easy task. Trying to find the perfect balance between functionality, aesthetic appeal, and open […]
How to make the decision between open plan offices and private desks
Open plan office spaces have rapidly increased in popularity over the last few years. How do you think they compare to private desks?