Functional, Flexible Spaces
A Cat A fit out prepares your office space to a lease-ready standard- fully compliant, functional, and flexible. At HQ Renovations, we deliver high-quality Cat A fit outs across London and the South East, giving property owners and developers a strong foundation for future tenant customisation. With over 30 years of hands-on experience, we make the process clear, fast, and seamless from start to finish.
Understanding Cat A Fit Outs
Cat A fit outs create an empty shell and core office space, filled with the necessities needed for your team to move in and start working. It includes:
Lighting
Standard, functional lighting.
Flooring
Raised floors with a basic finish.
Ceilings
Suspended ceilings to meet standards.
Toilets
Fully operational facilities.
Electrical Services
Air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and more.
Fire Safety
Smoke alarms and fire detection services.
Regulatory Compliance
To ensure safety at every stage.
Why Cat A?
Design
Freedom
You can customise the space to suit their needs and reflect your brand.
Cost
Efficiency
Allocate your budget where it matters most, avoiding unnecessary upfront costs.
Future
Proof
Adapt and scale easily to changing needs, so that you have a long-term asset.
Ready to transform your space with a lease-ready Cat A fit out?
Get in touch with HQ Renovations today.
Other Fit Out Categories
Cat A + and Cat B fit outs mark different stages of preparing an office space, each offering unique benefits depending on your needs.
Includes all Cat A essentials plus pre-installed kitchens, meeting rooms, and breakout spaces. It’s move-in ready, allowing businesses to start work immediately with minimal setup.
Includes interior office design, partitions, workstations, meeting rooms, reception areas and kitchens. Customised to suit your brand and team’s specific needs.
Your Cat A Fit Out Questions Answered
How is a Cat A fitout different from just a shell?
A shell and core office refers to the bare bones of a building. This includes the concrete shell, external walls, and basic utilities but no internal finishes. A Cat A fitout adds the essential infrastructure needed to make the interior space suitable for tenant use. This includes suspended ceilings, raised floors, air conditioning, electrical services, smoke alarms, and fire detection systems. The result is a functional office space ready for further fit out.
Who is a Cat A fitout for?
Cat A fitouts are typically delivered for building developers and landlords who want to lease space to incoming tenants. The goal is to provide a blank canvas with a basic internal finish that can support future Cat B office fit outs. It allows tenants to customise the space to match their business needs and office layout.
How long does it take to complete a Cat A fitout?
The fit out process depends on several factors including the size of your office space, the condition of the existing space, and the scope of works required. Installing key services like air conditioning, raised floors, and suspended ceilings all contribute to the timeline. For a clear estimate, we recommend booking a site inspection so we can assess your project properly.
Can Cat A fitouts be used for both new and existing spaces?
Yes. A Cat A fitout can be applied to both new office spaces and existing buildings. It prepares the interior space to a leasable standard, delivering a core office fit that includes infrastructure design, basic mechanical systems, and compliance with safety regulations. This ensures the space is suitable for tenant-led office design and Cat B fit outs.
Does Cat A include design features or breakout areas?
No. A Cat A fitout does not include breakout spaces, meeting rooms, play spaces, reception areas, or interior branding. These elements are part of a Cat B fit out, which focuses on creating a customised workplace based on tenant preferences. Cat A provides the clean, functional core space that supports the next stage of fit out.
Ready to Start Your Cat A Fitout?
HQ Renovations specialises in high-quality Cat A fit outs, clean, functional spaces that give tenants the flexibility to make it their own. With 30+ years of experience and an expert multi-talented team, we deliver versatile, lease-ready spaces with exceptional service.
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