Galago Group

Galago House - formerly known as Sentinel House - is a self-contained office building of 36,700 sq ft fronting the main road.

Rather than lease the building, Galago Group purchased it as a long-term home for its multiple, fast-growing recruitment brands.

Office Principles helped the Group to see the potential of the building - how it could be branded, space planned and sublet - and what level of financial investment would be required to realise it.

In turn, through workshops and scenario planning, we also gained an in-depth understanding of what Galago’s employees truly wanted and needed.

The completed project is the result of strong relationships and effective collaboration - and it shows.

A formerly cellularised building has been utterly transformed into a space that is visually and acoustically connected.

The removal of internal walling enabled our client to gain a better understanding of what was possible and paved the way for the delivery of a hospitality-led space that works on multiple levels.

It has opened up a spacious central lounge and reception, with room for occupants to work and socialise, and a touchdown area to attract new tenants.

A first floor balcony - visible from reception - delivers the energy and buzz of breakout space in the centre of the building, promoting inclusion and togetherness.

This sense of unity continues into sublet spaces. While some 65% of the building’s generous floor plates are occupied by Galago Group, the overarching brand of Galago House is one that tenants can feel part of too.

Floor finishes cleverly guide users around a building that considers the health and wellbeing of occupants at every turn, from using sustainable materials to maximising natural light. An extensive use of biophilia and planting reinforces this approach, and is most apparent in a prominent moss feature wall at reception which is visible from the building’s exterior.