When undertaking a task as complex and important as the construction or renovation of commercial premises, you must take into account a number of points and concepts to ensure that everything goes as it should.
Paperwork, unforeseen events and doubts are common elements in all building, construction and renovation projects, which is why you need to have the best team in the sector, and no one has more experience than Ouxion.
At Ouxion, we want to clear up all your doubts and help you achieve your ultimate goal of renovating or building your commercial premises.
This comprehensive guide will give you an overview of everything you need to successfully complete your renovation. Don’t miss out on any of our tips.
The definitive guide to building, remodelling and renovating commercial premises
At Ouxion, we are experts in partial renovations, integrations and even building commercial premises from scratch. Regardless of the sector, unforeseen events are common in the vast majority of cases.
First steps in building commercial premises
The first steps in the process of building or renovating your commercial premises can be taken without having to move any materials or get your hands dirty. You should always start with the administrative and bureaucratic work.
The starting point for your renovation or construction should be the idea captured on paper. This involves both a final plan and a complete technical project, which will serve as a guide for all trades to achieve your goal.
At Ouxion, as specialists in comprehensive renovations of all types of commercial premises, we accompany you from the very first steps, thus avoiding unforeseen events in the future and anticipating possible inconveniences.
This will save you time and money, as well as leaving the coordination of a whole team of professionals specialising in this type of renovation and construction in commercial premises in our hands.
Furthermore, you must not forget to obtain licences and permits. Their payment and updating is very important and you must take into account both local and regional laws. This is essential for the proper development of the activity and the subsequent opening licence.
Work team for the construction of commercial premises
Thanks to the comprehensive technical project, we will know which trades will be involved in the construction of the commercial premises, making coordination between them easier.
It is very important to know the execution times for each job so as not to create gaps in time. Time is of the essence, and being able to coordinate the work efficiently will save you a lot of money.
At Ouxion, we are aware of this, and always looking out for your best interests, we shorten the times as much as possible without compromising the final result. We know that every extra day a business remains closed is money you are not earning.
With the help of a company that is an expert in the comprehensive renovation sector such as Ouxion, you will also have your budget under control, being aware at all times of the expenses and what the limits are.
Execution of commercial premises construction
Once we have the permits, the project and the team, it is time for execution, to give tangible form to an idea. At this point, the type of material you have chosen becomes important.
At Ouxion, we always offer the highest quality materials for the construction of commercial premises. We consider aspects such as durability, strength and appearance.
Within that quality, we give absolute priority to materials that do not produce large carbon footprints, but rather consider the impact they will have on the environment. Finding the balance between quality, sustainability, price and appearance is our goal and speciality.
In addition, depending on the project, we also take into account concepts such as soundproofing and insulation of these materials. We always seek the benefit of the customer, both in the short and long term. Something that is useful, attractive, practical, durable and also offers positive aspects such as temperature insulation, thus saving on future electricity bills. This is how we work at Ouxion, looking after your interests and benefits.
Aesthetics and comfort in commercial property construction
Above all else, when planning and designing, you should consider two key concepts that will shape the future of your project: harmony and comfort.
Harmony goes hand in hand with order, both visual and sensory. Everything must work together: colours, fragrances, tones, layout. Your business philosophy should be reflected in your commercial premises, and there should be no conflict between the two.
Customers should feel comfortable when they enter; your premises should be logical from a sensory point of view. In other words, if your business sells pillows and beds, you want the space to be relaxing, with light, neutral colours, calm background music and the fragrance of clean linen.
At Ouxion, we understand these concepts and implement them throughout the entire project. This is done gradually, as each trade has something to say and contribute to this development, from lighting to decoration. Everything contributes and everything adds up.
Once your customer understands exactly what your business is like and you offer them exactly what they expect, it is time to focus on customer comfort. Remember that the customer and their needs come first. Their visit stems from that need, so try to meet it in the best way possible.
When we talk about comfort, we are referring to concepts such as accessibility and visual cleanliness. The customer’s comfort and freedom of movement should not be compromised at any time.
At Ouxion, thanks to our years of experience in numerous and diverse sectors, we understand perfectly how to make each customer feel comfortable depending on the type of sector your commercial premises belong to.
Always respecting accessibility for all and municipal and state safety regulations, the correct layout of your commercial premises will determine whether that potential customer becomes a future ambassador for your business or not.
Types of commercial premises layout
At Ouxion, we are experts in comprehensive renovations and furniture layout, from retail to banking and dealerships, so that customers can visit your premises feeling comfortable and at home.
Depending on the type of layout within your commercial premises, we can make a basic distinction between several concepts.
Free layout: The product is displayed in a way that is not defined by any pattern, i.e. we will find it on tables, shelves or other objects. Although this may sound chaotic, it actually follows a rule, albeit not as fixed as in traditional commercial premises.
Furthermore, this pattern is not noticeable to the customer, so they will feel a sense of total freedom without feeling overwhelmed by clutter.
Grid layout: This classic layout uses shelves that are attached perpendicularly to the wall. It is visually neat and orderly, although depending on the product, it can be counterproductive as it can appear monotonous and repetitive. At Ouxion, we will always look for the layout that best suits your business philosophy.
Central aisle layout: This layout features a central aisle with products on either side. It also has side branches that create other aisles, which give the impression of being secondary. It is similar to when you think of a main avenue and the side streets that branch off from it.
Specialised distribution: At Ouxion, this is what we do most, tailoring the product without following previous standards. We create the perfect blend of product characteristics, our client’s vision and the end customer’s needs.
