Evolve IP Office Fit-Out – Cardiff

Jan 27, 2025
3 min read

Updated: Jul 27

Delivering a Commercial Office Fit-Out Through Design Development and Technical Coordination

Harvey Electrical was appointed by Ei Projects to deliver the complete electrical installation as part of the CAT B fit-out of Evolve IP's new European Headquarters in Cardiff.

The project transformed an existing CAT A office shell into a fully operational workplace, designed to support Evolve IP's expanding UK and European operations. Working collaboratively with Ei Projects and the client team, Harvey Electrical helped develop the electrical design beyond the initial concept, supporting value engineering and ensuring the completed installation aligned with the client's operational requirements.

This project demonstrates Harvey Electrical's capability in delivering technically coordinated commercial office fit-outs where design development, programme management and quality of delivery are critical to project success.

The Challenge

The existing premises provided a blank CAT A shell, requiring the complete coordination of electrical infrastructure to support a modern technology-led workplace.

As the client's operational requirements evolved throughout the design process, the electrical installation required ongoing development to accommodate specialist IT infrastructure, collaborative workspaces and flexible office environments while maintaining programme and commercial objectives.

Key project challenges included:

Developing the electrical design to support the client's operational requirements.
Coordinating electrical services within a complete CAT B office fit-out.
Supporting specialist communications and IT infrastructure.
Integrating power, lighting, data and life safety systems within the office layout.
Value engineering the design while maintaining quality and functionality.
Delivering the project within programme to support the client's business relocation.

Harvey Electrical's Solution

Working closely with Ei Projects, the design team and Evolve IP, Harvey Electrical delivered a coordinated electrical installation that supported both the technical requirements of the business and the wider commercial fit-out.

Design Development & Technical Coordination

Design development throughout the construction phase.
Technical coordination with the wider project team.
Value engineering to optimise project delivery.
Coordination of electrical and mechanical services.

Electrical Infrastructure

New electrical distribution.
Small power installations.
Floor box and workstation power modifications.
Dedicated supplies for IT and communications infrastructure.

Workplace Environment

Energy-efficient LED lighting.
Emergency lighting.
Lighting alterations to suit the office layout.
Power supplies for mechanical services and air conditioning.

Communications & Life Safety

Structured data cabling.
Comms room infrastructure.
Fire alarm modifications.
Access control systems.
Security integration.

Commissioning & Handover

Inspection, testing and commissioning.
NICEIC certification.
O&M documentation.
Client demonstrations.
Successful project handover.

Commercial Project Delivery in Action

Commercial office fit-outs require careful coordination between building services, workplace design and the client's operational requirements.

Throughout the project, Harvey Electrical worked collaboratively with Ei Projects and Evolve IP to develop practical engineering solutions that supported the evolving office design while maintaining programme certainty and commercial value.

This coordinated approach ensured the completed workplace was delivered in line with the client's technical, operational and business objectives.

The Outcome

The completed fit-out has delivered a high-quality commercial workplace that supports Evolve IP's continued growth and provides a flexible environment for collaboration, technology and day-to-day operations.

Through design development, technical coordination and collaborative project delivery, Harvey Electrical successfully delivered an electrical installation that supports the long-term performance of the building while contributing to the successful completion of the wider commercial fit-out.