Clients

BP International - client for 11 years
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton – client 12 years
Discovery Communications Europe
Sony UK Ltd
London Merchant Securities
Alliance Pharmacy
Linklaters
Fabris Lane
Wynnwith Group
Manzanita Capital
BTU Group
Aggmore Ltd
Hemming Group
Eglo UK Ltd
IMM Properties
Maslen Estate Agents
Grip Hair Salon
Crush Productions

Pitcher & Piano
Pizza Express
Bryon
LA Fitness
Champneys
Bourne Leisure
The Sterling
Balls Brothers
Las Iguanas
Marstons
Drake & Morgan
The George Hotel
Chequers Inn
Guildford High School
Castle College Sheffield
Cardiff University
The Old Vic Theatre

Client Testimonials

Project: BP

Location: Buildings A-H, Sunbury, All 5 London City Offices, Compass Point, Staines, Castrol, Pangbourne

The Brief:
Kudos Interiors is currently contracted to supply furniture to BP International and has done so for over five years. From an initial brief of a task chair study, we were asked to put forward a selection of products. This evolved into the continual supply and installation of products as various projects were rolled out.

Currently Kudos works with their Occupational Health department to solve the specific needs of staff with special requirements. After delivery to the above buildings Kudos carried out individual ergonomic assessments with each user.

We currently advise and supply BP with furniture that meets their strict environmental policy and design ethic.

In addition to task seating, Kudos supplies BP with soft seating, break-out and meeting room furniture.

Project: Cleary Gottlieb Steen and Hamilton

Contact: Lynley Fisher-Hindle

Location: London EC2

The Brief:
Kudos Interiors have supplied furniture to this client for over 7 years. We were initially commissioned to carry out the partial relocation of this American legal practice of 200 staff within the same building, working to an “in hours” schedule on New York time.

Kudos Interiors worked with Palmer Associates and put forward a selection of products, tested short listed samples, arranged work in conjunction with the building landlords to ensure minimum disruption to other tenants. Kudos procured and installed all new desking, seating, storage and ancillary furniture. Further we relocated and reconfigured existing furniture. The transfer was carried out and all staff was successfully relocated to their new floor without any impact on the business.

We have, since the initial relocation, furnished a further two floors; one with workstations and the other with large conference facilities.

“I have worked closely with Kudos since 1997, and rely on their knowledge of the market, integrity and commonsense to assist us with everything from desk assessments to large scale refit projects.

I am happy to recommend Kim Dicker and her team for their professionalism and positive attitude to customer care at all times.”

Lynley Fisher-Hindle
Assistant Office Manager, Facilities

Project: King and Spalding

Contact: Harry Ludwig

Location: London EC2

The Brief:
To provide high quality office furnishings for this Atlanta based American legal firm’s first European office.

Kudos Interiors assisted in the selection of products, provided samples, arranged to work in conjunction with the building landlords to ensure minimum disruption to other tenants.

Kudos procured and installed all new desking, seating and storage to match the client’s US based furnishings (Geiger) and provided all accessories such as lamps and bins.

“I want to express how much your time; conscientiousness and professionalism have been appreciated. Kudos made what could have very easily have been a Herculean challenge go off without a hitch. Considering the problems that could have resulted when ordering so much furniture which had to be shipped internationally, pass through Customs hurtles and be delivered, staged, unpacked, assembled, inspected and touched up……we really did well! And the fact that we did so well was, in no small part, attributed to the efforts of Kudos.

As mentioned to you, I was particularly impressed with the effort demonstrated by being present for, and staying on top of, so many details as the office was furnished. Kudos worked and cooperated with me very well, which was a real help as I was simultaneously dealing with completing the construction process and numerous snagging list items…all in a limited window of time.

Thanks again for everything.”

Harry L. Ludwig, III
Director, Facilities & Administrative Operations

Project: Tibco

Contact: Angela Bunting

Location: Munich, Germany

The Brief:
To fit out and refurbish expansion offices for this major software company in Germany.

Kudos Interiors provided technical assistance in the selection of the office furnishings for the entire building. Kudos managed the full lifecycle from survey to hand-over. We carried out all surveys in accordance with the Facilities Team in London. Full drawings and schedules were arranged. All furniture was procured, delivered and installed within a very tight schedule and on budget. All project management was carried out by Kudos.

“Kudos has been responsible for fit out project management for our offices in the UK and Europe. Kudos provided design, project management, fit out and furniture to our office in Munich. They were given 5 weeks from date of acceptance to complete the project, and they met it comfortably.
Kudos is a company prepared to go the extra mile for the client and to get the job absolutely right. All individuals employed by Kudos are experts in their field. They offer a very professional and very personal service; not matter what the size of project. Their attention to detail and ability to deliver the same standards outside of the UK as well as within is evident in our superb offices in Munich.”

Angela Bunting
Facilities and Purchasing Manager, EMEA

Project: London Merchant Securities

Contact: Michael Ward

Location: London W1U

The Brief:
To project manage the refurbishment of existing offices for this top 250 quoted property company. Kudos supplied and installed all furniture, designs and procured furniture to match the existing where necessary.

After allocating a dedicated, on-site project manager to the programme, Kudos selected procured and installed desking, seating, storage and ancillary furniture to complement the existing scheme. We refurbished and tailored some existing furniture to match the new. The project manager arranged full drawings and schedules achieving completion within a very tight schedule and to budget.

“The Service by Kudos and attention to detail was very good, often meeting tight deadlines and by being present on site when major furniture items were delivered and assembled, they helped ensure the smooth completion of the project.

We would not hesitate to recommend Kudos on the basis of their contribution in producing our new offices, which have proved a great success.”

Michael B Ward RIBA

Company Architect
Project Co-ordinator

Testimonials from other Clients

Sony United Kingdom Limited

“Kudos has always provided us with a personal and efficient service. They are thorough in understanding our organization and the style in which we operate, going to great lengths to ensure that their services surpass our level of expectation. We are very pleased to count ourselves as one of their major clients”

Graham McDougal
Facilities Manager

Chubb Insurance Company of Europe S.A.

“I have worked with Kudos since May 1997. They have proven themselves to be very professional and committed to the task at hand. Filing analysis was completed within deadline and in a user-friendly format. The Kudos team were readily available for discussion and communicated successfully at all levels of the organization. Kudos provided an excellent service with regard to regular communication as to status of order and delivery dates. On site they were an invaluable help in the placing of cabinets and the unpacking of the files to ensure that all departmental files were where they should be. They constantly liaised with all other contractors to ensure their work did not impact on other areas.

I would not hesitate to recommend them to other companies.”

Linda Hubble
Facilities Manager

IDEXX Laboratories Limited

“I would like to take this opportunity to commend Kudos for the friendly service they provide. I always feel confident in finding the right product at an affordable price, which is in line with my budget. You’re after care service is impeccable”

Karen Fullick
Finance and Administration Manager

Dinwiddle Maclaren Architects

“I have worked with Kudos since May 1997 and will continue to use their professionalism and commitment at every opportunity, in the knowledge that they will always provide an excellent and valuable service. They have consistently worked alongside all other contractors with an awareness of program and priorities of large-scale installations. I would have no hesitation in recommending Kudos to any organization which is seeking accurate and professional assistance, or advise regarding future installations.”

Nigel Rogan
Project Manager& Head of Interiors

Project: Amoco

Location: Amoco House, Westgate, London

The Brief:
Kudos initially serviced Amoco on a day to day basis, supplying anything from Tate flooring tiles to conference tables. Amoco decided to make Amoco House London their new European Shared Services Centre which entailed the whole eight floors being refurbished and re-furnished. Kudos was asked to tender for the supply of Steelcase furniture through a Steelcase dealership. Kudos was successful in winning the £3.5 million furniture project for this prestigious client.

Kudos were responsible for co-ordinating Mock-ups, all the installation drawings, site surveys, product specification, ordering, documentation, co-ordinating with all the other trades, attending weekly site meetings.

Award for Achievement

As the building was still being occupied by the client, careful planning was required to minimise disruption. A massive temporary building was built in the car park, which we furnished with stock and rented furniture. We then moved approx.150 people out of each floor into the temporary building, so the re-fit programme could be carried out.

Each floor was then split into two phases, each phase consisting of 100 people. We attended all site meetings to deal with anything furniture related, and were directly responsible for the smooth running of the installation ensuring completion in each given week. Each phase (2 per floor) consisted of a mix of approx. 100no. desks being of 3 different styles, 120 storage units, 160chairs and various conference tables and items.

We had completed successfully 5 floors out of the eight, when the last three floors were put on hold as Amoco had begun discussions with BP regarding a possible merger.

Mr Jim Jaksa and Gillian Bailey (Nee Thurtle) were delighted with Kudos’ performance, and in recognition we were presented with two awards for our accomplishment.

“Kim and her staff seem to have a natural courtesy with all Amoco personnel keeping budgets, schedule and employee needs in check at all times. Because of that; Kim and her entire staff have earned the respect of Amoco employees as well as Steelcase. Plaque awarded to Kudos Interiors Because of Amoco’s success with using Kudos on a regular basis, Kudos is now working with Amoco in our relocation to a new Aberdeen office.

It is without hesitation that I give Kudos high marks of appreciation and accomplishment on Amoco’s projects that I have been involved in.”

Mr. Jim Jaksa
Facilities, Services & Real Estate Portfolio Manager