Visual Comfort & Co. Wigmore Street

Visual Comfort & Co. Wigmore Street

Scope of Works

Scope of Works

Powells delivered the full strip-out and interior fitout for Visual Comfort’s new retail showroom on Wigmore Street in London, transforming a heritage-listed building into a modern urban retail space that balances architectural preservation with contemporary design.

The works included:

  • A full fitout of the ground floor and basement, respecting the building’s protected heritage features

  • Installation of polished concrete flooring throughout the sales area — a defining element of the Visual Comfort brand

  • A bespoke Unistrut ceiling system to support and display the brand’s extensive lighting collections

  • Wall-mounted display panels showcasing wall lighting options

  • A technical room at the rear of the store to highlight innovative and interactive lighting solutions

  • Complete basement fitout including offices, kitchen, storage, and a conference room to support operational functions

  • Mechanical and electrical services delivered ensuring seamless integration between design and functionality.

  • Retail millwork was supplied and installed directly by the client, with Powells in attendance.

Client

Visual Comfort & Co.

Scope of work

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Retail

Timeline

11 weeks

Scope of Works

Powells delivered the full strip-out and interior fitout for Visual Comfort’s new retail showroom on Wigmore Street in London, transforming a heritage-listed building into a modern urban retail space that balances architectural preservation with contemporary design.

The works included:

  • A full fitout of the ground floor and basement, respecting the building’s protected heritage features

  • Installation of polished concrete flooring throughout the sales area — a defining element of the Visual Comfort brand

  • A bespoke Unistrut ceiling system to support and display the brand’s extensive lighting collections

  • Wall-mounted display panels showcasing wall lighting options

  • A technical room at the rear of the store to highlight innovative and interactive lighting solutions

  • Complete basement fitout including offices, kitchen, storage, and a conference room to support operational functions

  • Mechanical and electrical services delivered ensuring seamless integration between design and functionality.

  • Retail millwork was supplied and installed directly by the client, with Powells in attendance.

Client

Visual Comfort & Co.

Scope of work

/

Retail

Timeline

11 weeks

Challenges

Challenges

Challenges

Working within a heritage-listed building on a prominent London street required a sensitive and collaborative approach throughout the project.

  • Heritage coordination: Close liaison with the landlord and local authorities ensured that all works respected the building’s protected architectural features.

  • Structural and service integration: Installing modern lighting infrastructure within a historic fabric required precise detailing and coordination.

  • Programme delivery: Completing the project in 11 weeks demanded efficient sequencing of trades and close site management.

  • Urban logistics: Operating on a busy London street required careful planning for deliveries and site access.

Key Results

Key Results

Key Results

  • Successfully transformed a heritage building into a contemporary, brand-led retail environment.

  • Installed polished concrete flooring and a custom Unistrut ceiling display, key elements of the Visual Comfort retail identity.

  • Delivered a fully operational basement with office, meeting, and support spaces.

  • Achieved practical completion in just 11 weeks, with post-handover support to the client’s retail team.

  • Showcased collaborative delivery between Powells, the landlord, and local authorities.

Photography credit:

Photography credit:

Photography credit:

Cadan Creative Photography

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