COEL to transform the Darwin Building into a next-gen Research Hub at Chesterford Research Park
COEL has begun a full refurbishment of the Darwin Building at Chesterford Research Park, transforming the 33,000 sq ft former AstraZeneca facility into a future-ready, sustainable research hub. Discover how this project is shaping the next generation of life science workspaces across the Cambridge Supercluster.
BioMed Realty reveal a bold and chic new workspace delivered by COEL
BioMed Realty is at the forefront of real estate provision to life science and technology industries. Their location in Granta Park means they provide easy access to the thriving life science organisations that look to BioMed Realty for their expertise. After their recent relocation within the Science Park, COEL were asked to provide them with a design and fit out of their new office and…
The Cambridge Building Society brings fresh energy to the high streets
Founded in 1850, The Cambridge Building Society is a well-loved local institution and familiar presence on high streets in the region. With a constant commitment to providing a customer centric approach, The Cambridge Building Society decided to take a brave step in updating its look.
COEL once again enters Top 100 leading Cambridgeshire companies
The much-anticipated annual list compiled by Grant Thornton of Top 100 Companies in Cambridgeshire for 2021 has been revealed. News that COEL (Cambridge Office Environments Ltd) has once more shot into the listing at number 89, was met with delight by all the team.
McCormick & Co receive a masterclass in colour mixology from COEL
Renowned food manufacturer McCormick and Co, display a flavour for incredible design in the recent curation of furniture for their new office in Peterborough
COEL breathes fresh air into Wren Therapeutics' workspace
Wren Therapeutics is a pioneering biopharmaceutical company which started out as a spin out from the University of Cambridge (UK) and Lund University (Sweden). Strong growth led the firm's expansion into further lab and office space within the Department of Chemistry.
MicrosensDx receives sleek new fit-out from COEL
MicrosensDx, a dynamic diagnostic specialist, commissioned COEL to fit out their new purpose built laboratory and new office on the Cambridge Science Park, having expanded into the area from London. The new office consisted of space across the ground and first floors, in a multi-tenant building, which was occupied throughout the duration of the project.
COEL's furniture division CMS Cambridge offers incredible discounts
CMS Cambridge, the furniture division at COEL is very excited to offer some incredible discounts on a wide range of high-quality Herman Miller chairs at prices to suit all budgets.
Recent project in Cambridge Science Park completed by COEL
COEL was recently commissioned to undertake a complete fit out at Cambridge Science Park, based on a design concept by One Creative. The space has been developed to provide areas for staff to interact, collaborate, socialise or to simply be alone. There is a constant nod to nature and the great outdoors as the space capitalises on the exterior views, maximising natural light. The interior design…
Sustainable furniture solutions at your disposal
With many offices being reconfigured in the wake of the pandemic, how do we dispose of redundant furniture in an ethical way? CMS Cambridge, the furniture division of COEL, a local design and fit out firm, offers a sustainable service for clients that care about their green credentials.
Wonderful world of furniture showrooms
The COEL team recently made the long-awaited journey to the Clerkenwell furniture showrooms to feast on the most recent designs to entice us back to the mothership and to stage our working lives.
COEL wins Business of the Year (company employing more than 50 employees)
COEL has won Business of the Year (company employing more than 50 employees) at the SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards.
Pandemic has accelerated drive to agile working ‘by years’, says COEL
The pandemic has brought forward the drive towards agile working spaces by several years, believes COEL’s new head of property services, Daniel Fordham.
Management buy-out at COEL a sign of 'confidence,' says CEO
A management buy-out at Cambridge-based office design and fit-out specialist COEL demonstrates great confidence in the business, says Alistair Rumbelow, the group CEO.
Winners of Future Workplace Competition are revealed
The winners of COEL's Design the Future Workplace competition can be revealed after judges pored over hundreds of entrants.
Stellar panel of judges lines up for 'Future Workplace' competition
A few weeks ago, the Cambridge Independent invited all children aged 7-18 years old to enter 'Design the future workplace' competition. There has been a huge amount of positive feedback and interest, with many schools having already submitted entries.
CMS Cambridge provides pizzazz for Ambu's new office
CMS Cambridge, a subsidiary company of COEL, offers commercial storage and removal services, as well as providing stunning furniture which can lift and transform a working space.
COEL prioritises provision of quality of care in work for NHS
Cleanliness and efficiency are key factors in healthcare design and in the provision of quality care.
COEL reminds companies to think about workplace maintenance
Building maintenance and property services have never been more important than now, says COEL. Many workplaces have been mothballed or seen limited use for the duration of the past year. During this time of inactivity, a building's health can incur problems which can cause issues for when a workforce is due to return.
Design the future workplace competition launched
Cambridge companies are working together to offer a chance for seven to 18-year-olds to win Amazon vouchers by imagining the workplaces of the future.
The future of office design
The enforced restrictions of the past year have brought about seismic changes in the way we work. In working from home, many have discovered that they can still be efficient and get the job done. Beyond the initial enjoyment of being surrounded by home comforts and not having to commute, our separation from the mothership has also brought into sharp focus what we miss about life in the…
Biofidelity revels in new headquarters as designed by COEL
Since founding in 2019, Biofidelity has received much recognition for its ground-breaking work developing cancer diagnostic tests that can be carried out in labs across the world. With funding established and plans to expand the team, their workplace needed to be adapted to accommodate future growth.
Renowned biotech firm Mogrify receives design overhaul from COEL
Mogrify®, the life science company transforming the development of cell therapies have grown rapidly since forming. They wanted their headquarters in The Cambridge Science Park Bio-Innovation centre to have versatility in accommodating their continued growth and to provide flexibility within the breakout areas.
COEL 2020
2020 has been a unique year with undeniable challenges but, regardless of the difficulties, COEL has experienced many highlights.
Wellbeing and work efficiency tailored into COEL's design and fit out for Crafted
Crafted is an award-winning digital agency. Having relocated to a larger purpose-built HQ, the agency sought to expand its office space to accommodate its increasing headcount and create a hub that supports flexible working and enhances staff wellbeing.