Atlas Copco briefed specialist design and build contractor Habit Action on a complete fit out project to convert its 55,000ft2 building in Hemel Hempstead into a modern, environmentally conscious workplace, focused on employee well-being and collaboration.
To achieve this, Habit Action stripped the original building back to its shell and reimagined it from the inside out. Every door had to be replaced and Enfield Speciality Doors was appointed as a key supply partner to meet the complex demands of the project.
The company supplied 126 fire doors in total, delivered over phases. This included custom-made timber flush door specifications in full and standard heights – the tallest were 2.638m high – with FD30 or FD60 ratings. Most of the doors were supplied with an ash veneer finish with concealed lipping to blend in with the ‘biophilia’ inspired interior design – creating a connection with nature through the use of natural materials, texture and tones.
Sustainability was an integral part of the Cat A and Cat B BREEAM accredited project, which included the installation of solar panels, electric vehicle charging stations, and a central staircase created from cross-laminated timber. To help achieve the BREEAM accreditation, Enfield Speciality Doors provided full FSC certification for its doors.
“By bringing together dedicated service and attention to detail with high quality products, we satisfied the complex brief for the Atlas Copco building and have opened the door to future projects with Habit Action,” said Shaun Arnold, business development manager at Enfield Speciality Doors.
