Business Details
35 Years
experience
Office Build & Refurbishment Experts Manchester
F. R. Elswood has been delivering innovative office environment solutions since 1991, combining extensive industry experience with a client-centric approach. Our expertise spans full office builds, refurbishments, and tailored project management, ensuring seamless execution from consultation to completion. With a proven track record in managing projects of all scales, from single-service tasks to multimillion-pound contracts, we prioritise adaptability to industry trends while maintaining rigorous quality standards. Our integrated services include joinery, partitions, suspended ceilings, electrical installations, and bespoke furniture supply through our sister company. Backed by longstanding client relationships and a portfolio showcasing prestigious commercial projects, we work collaboratively with clients to transform concepts into functional spaces.Our teams commitment to timeliness, budget adherence, and exceptional craftsmanship has established us as a trusted partner in the construction sector. Clients, including major financial institutions and corporate entities, attest to our reliability and ability to deliver complex projects under tight deadlines. Headquartered in Manchester, we serve clients across the UK with a dedicated workforce that ensures every project meets exacting specifications. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to address evolving business needs. Through continuous investment in skilled personnel and industry advancements, we maintain our position as leaders in office space transformation.
Services
Office Refurbishment
Joinery
Partitions
Office Furniture Supply
Electrical Installations
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of dedicated office construction expertise since 1991.
- Our full-service approach manages projects from concept to completion.
- Sister company partnerships ensure competitive furniture pricing and integration.
- Proven ability to deliver complex projects under tight deadlines, including Christmas-period work.
- Established relationships with major financial institutions and blue-chip clients.
What people say
Highest quality standards
Adaptable to changing ideas
Delivered before deadlines
Excellent working relationship
Trusted delivery partners
Services
Office Refurbishment
Full office refurbishment services transforming outdated spaces into modern functional environments. Our team manages demolition, structural changes, and finishing touches to align workspaces with contemporary standards. Clients benefit from minimal disruption during upgrades while achieving energy-efficient, aesthetically pleasing results.
Joinery
Precision joinery solutions for bespoke office elements including desks, storage units, and architectural features. Utilising high-quality materials, we create tailored installations that enhance workspace functionality while maintaining durability. Projects range from reception counters to meeting room furnishings.
Partitions
Comprehensive partition systems for flexible workspace configuration. We install both temporary and permanent solutions, including glazed screens and acoustic panels, to optimise space usage while maintaining visual connectivity. Installations comply with safety regulations and acoustic requirements.
Electrical Installations
Complete electrical services for office fit-outs, including power circuits, LED lighting systems, and data infrastructure. Our certified contractors ensure safe, future-proof installations that support modern office technology requirements while adhering to IET wiring regulations.
Steel Works
Custom steel construction for structural enhancements such as mezzanine floors and support frameworks. Our fabrication services produce durable, load-bearing components that maximise vertical space efficiency in commercial environments while meeting BS EN 1090 standards.
People
Martin Elswood
Managing Director
With over 25 years in office construction, Martin leads strategic operations and client relations. He oversees project execution while maintaining industry standards compliance. His leadership has driven company growth through client-focused solutions.
John Oliver
Client Reference
Chief Product Officer at Purple, John has collaborated on multiple office relocations requiring urgent execution. He specifically praised the team's adaptability and quality standards in critical project phases.
Gary Phillipson
Project Manager
Styles&Wood's Project Manager for five years, Gary coordinates banking framework projects. He values the company's reliability in delivering branch refurbishments for major financial institutions within strict timelines.
Questions
What office construction services do you offer?
We provide complete office builds, refurbishments, partitions, electrical installations, and bespoke joinery. Our sister company handles furniture supply integration.
How long has your company been operating?
F.R. Elswood has delivered office construction solutions since 1991, accumulating over 30 years of industry expertise.
Can you handle urgent office relocation projects?
Yes, we've completed multiple urgent projects, including Christmas-period work to meet client deadlines for office transitions.
What areas do you serve?
While headquartered in Manchester, we handle projects across Greater Manchester and surrounding UK regions for commercial clients.
Do you work on large-scale commercial contracts?
Yes, we manage multimillion-pound projects for blue-chip clients, including financial institutions and corporate entities with complex requirements.
