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Office fit-outs in Berlin
Layout, interior architecture and construction of office space in Berlin — from shell to turn-key workplace, calibrated precisely to your organisation.
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From Tenant Changeover to Move-In-Ready Office
A change of tenant in a commercial property involves many tasks happening at the same time: strip-out, assessment of the existing building, planning, approvals, fit-out, technical adaptations, and the coordination of all parties involved. At the same time, it offers an opportunity to modernise the existing space sustainably for future tenants.
Together with experienced partner companies, studionel can take care of the entire process if required, from the initial space analysis and planning through tendering and construction management to turnkey handover. The result is a functional, high-quality office space designed for long-term lettability, all from a single source.
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Time Is Money
When tenants change, time is of the essence. That is why, if required, we support property owners and landlords from the moment a prospective tenant shows serious interest, from space planning and technical feasibility assessments to support during lease negotiations, planning, tendering and implementation of the tenant fit-out.
Our goal is always the same: to keep vacancy and fit-out periods as short as possible and enable the new tenant to move into the space as quickly as possible.
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A Space That Fits Your Business
An office fit-out is more than a furnished space. It is the spatial operating system of a company: How does the team work? What is needed for focused individual work, collaborative project work, client-facing areas and reception?
Based on these requirements, we develop the floor plan while taking into account the existing building structure, technical constraints and the owner’s economic objectives.
studionel designs office spaces in Berlin that are clearly structured, acoustically robust, architecturally refined and attractive to tenants in the long term.
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From Concept to Floor Plan
The process begins with a precise spatial brief: workstations, meeting rooms, quiet zones, communal areas and spaces for specific uses. We define these requirements together with you, and where appropriate with your management team, in dedicated workshops and translate them into different layout options. The best floor plan is often not the most obvious one.
At the same time, we assess the key parameters: structural requirements, building services, fire protection, heritage requirements and the landlord’s specifications. This results in a design that is both realistically achievable and viable in the long term.
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Implementation & Construction Supervision
We handle tendering, procurement and construction supervision, including the coordination of specialist planners for electrical systems, HVAC, sprinklers and fire protection. One central point of contact, clear schedules and fully documented decisions.
If the fit-out takes place while your business remains operational, we plan the construction phases to minimise disruption and allow your team to continue working. Handover includes complete documentation, operating manuals and systematic defect tracking.
Key questions, briefly answered.
How much space do we need per workstation?
For contemporary Berlin offices we calculate 8–12 m² per workstation including a share of circulation and ancillary areas. Hybrid setups with desk sharing come in at 5–8 m². We derive the right figure from your space program, usage profile and on-site attendance model.
How long does an office fit-out in Berlin take?
With clear and efficient decision-making processes, simple to medium-scale tenant fit-outs can be completed **within 1–3 months from serious tenant interest to move-in**. For more extensive fit-outs of approximately 300–1,000 m², a realistic timeframe is generally **1–2 months for planning and 3–5 months for construction**. Major interventions to building services or fit-outs starting from shell condition will require correspondingly more time.
What permits are required for an office fit-out?
In most cases, none. Pure interior fit-outs where the use of the space remains unchanged often do not require planning permission, but must still comply with fire safety regulations and workplace requirements. If the use of the rental unit changes, or if escape routes, fire compartments or load-bearing walls are affected, a building permit application is required. We clarify these requirements in advance and provide a reliable assessment.
How do you handle acoustics and focused work?
Acoustics is the single most common reason offices fail. We work with a clear zoning concept — focused work, team work, calls, informal exchange — and tune materials, ceiling build-ups, absorbers and room proportions so that each zone performs acoustically for its intended use.
Can you carry out the fit-out while the office is in use?
Yes. For projects during ongoing operations — for example a phased fit-out on an existing lease — we develop a phase plan with construction stages, site logistics and a safety concept. Disruption for your team stays minimal.
From Tenant Interest to a Move-In-Ready Office.
Talk to us about your space, your tenant’s requirements and your desired handover date. We support you from the initial idea through to the completed tenant fit-out.
studionel GmbH
Schlesische Str. 38, 10997 Berlin
info@studionel.com
+49 (0) 30 91546677