MAKO
MAKO has an established history in using technology and a deep understanding of pricing and risk management to provide liquidity on global exchanges. With their innovative and entrepreneurial approach MAKO plays a leading role in shaping the future of trading and technology.
Wood Street, London, UK
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Mako decided to relocate their business at the time of their lease expiry, and move to 88, Wood Street, London. The process involved auditing and assessing their existing furniture and advising on what could be relocated and re-used. 70% of the the project included re-use/re-furbished furniture. As well as an important sustainability strategy, that aligned with Mako's values, this also saved Mako a considerable sum of money.
The 22,000sq ft. new space started as a shell and core, but has now been transformed into a stunning CAT B office that’s fun, flexible, and tailored perfectly to Mako's needs.
After re-use was agreed we ran the tender process for the procurement of the additional trading desks. We organised pilots and worked with Mako to arrive at a monitor arm and electrical solutions that best met their specific business needs. Finally, we ran a full move management process supporting Mako as they relocated to their new space.
This client’s desire to provide both social and practical working space, and their vibrant personality shines through in the design. The space includes a snooker table, poker tables, a pool table, table tennis table, a gym, a wellness room, and a bar!
Thank you to our partners in this project JAC and Maris.
"OP helped us across the areas of general furniture re-use and purchasing new furniture, trading desk selection and purchase, and move management. They facilitated viewings and an on-premise mock-up for the trading desks that we selected for final evaluation handled the communications with the desk vendors and liaised with the design/build contractors about the correct locations of desks and grommets, all of which saved me significant time and stress. Their extensive knowledge of the sector and their contacts and recommendations truly helped us throughout the process to achieve our goals on time and on budget. In my opinion what really set aside OP as a great supplier I would go back to again for future projects was their flexibility, pragmatism and willingness to help out even on issues that were outside of their scope. As someone who has done multiple office moves in their career, there are always snags, things that don't translate from 2D design to 3D reality or just good old-fashioned things that go wrong. OP were consistently calm, responsive and willing to go above and beyond to help us get this project over the line. OP were without a doubt a key part of the project team."
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