COMMERCIAL RETAIL FIT-OUT
Retail Fit-Outs and Shopfitting in Newcastle
MDS NE delivers shop fit-outs, retail refurbishments and showroom projects across Newcastle and the North East. We coordinate the building works, shopfitting and M&E under one managed programme, with working arrangements planned around your premises and opening requirements.
◈ Principal contractor capability
◈ Out of Hours Working
◈ In-house M&E
RETAIL SERVICES
Retail fit-outs, shop refurbishments and showroom projects
A retail project might involve preparing an empty unit for a new occupier, updating a shop that is already trading or creating a showroom built around a product range. Each has different demands on the layout, building services and programme. MDS NE plans the work around the purpose of the space and how the business needs to operate.
New shop fit-outs
We fit out retail premises ready for occupation, coordinating the building works and services needed to bring the agreed layout into use. This can include strip-out, partitions, ceilings, lighting, power, flooring, joinery and decoration.
Refurbishments of existing shops
An existing store may need a new layout, updated services or a complete interior refurbishment. We assess the condition of the premises, establish which areas need to remain accessible and plan the works around trading requirements where possible.
Showroom fit-out
Showrooms need space for customers to view products clearly, alongside lighting, power and finishes suited to the displays. MDS NE can coordinate the construction and building services within one programme.
SCOPE OF WORK
What is included in a retail fit-out?
The scope depends on the condition of the unit and the retailer’s specification. MDS NE brings the relevant trades together so the work is planned in the right sequence, with clear responsibility for delivery.
- Pre-construction survey & costing
- Strip-out & waste removal
- Partitioning
- Suspended ceilings
- Mechanical & electrical
- Lighting, power & data
- Joinery & bespoke finishes
- Flooring & decoration
- Dilapidations works
- Snagging & handover documentation
INTEGRATED DELIVERY
M&E delivered alongside the building works
A retail layout has to work with its building services. Display areas, counters and staff spaces all affect where power and lighting are needed, while ceiling and wall changes can affect the services already installed.
MDS NE has in-house M&E capability, allowing electrical and mechanical works to be planned alongside the construction programme. This helps resolve service requirements before finishes are installed and gives the client a clear point of contact as the work progresses.
SCOPE OF WORK
Refurbishing a shop while the business stays open
Closing a store or branch for the full duration of a refurbishment is not always practical. If the premises need to remain in use, the programme must account for staff, customers, deliveries and safe access around the work area.
MDS NE can plan phased works and arrange out-of-hours or weekend work when the project requires it. The approach depends on the layout, the nature of the work and what can be safely separated from day-to-day operations. We agree those arrangements before work begins rather than assuming every activity can take place alongside trading.
COMPLETED PROJECT
Our Newcastle showroom fit-out for Joseph Parr
MDS NE acted as principal contractor for the fit-out of Joseph Parr (Tyne & Wear)’s plumbing, heating and bathroom showroom at its Benton branch. The 150 m² project involved internal alterations, structural support for a large display window, suspended ceiling works, M&E, flooring, joinery and decoration.
The showroom was completed in 11 days while the wider branch remained open. The project shows how the building works, services and finishes can be coordinated within one programme on an operational commercial site
PROJECT PLANNING
Retail fit-out planning, approvals and handover
Opening dates, lease requirements and the condition of the premises all affect a retail project. We review these early, establish the scope and plan the trades around the work that needs to be completed.
- Scope and costing We review the premises and specification, including any structural changes, existing services and finishes, before pricing the work.
- Agreed programme The schedule accounts for trade sequencing, site access and any opening date or trading commitments.
- Landlord requirements For leased premises, we work to the agreed specification and coordinate the construction information required for our scope.
- Completion and handover We manage final checks and snagging, then provide the relevant completion information for the work carried out.
MDS NE is based in Wallsend and works on commercial premises across Newcastle and the wider North East.
We can discuss projects in Newcastle city centre, including the Northumberland Street and Eldon Square area, as well as retail premises in Gosforth, North Tyneside, Gateshead, Sunderland and other parts of the region.
Access, deliveries and permitted working hours vary by premises, so these are reviewed as part of planning the work.
FAQs
Retail fit-out FAQs
How much does a shop fit-out cost in Newcastle?
How long does a retail fit-out take?
Can our shop remain open during a refurbishment?
Can you work to our existing drawings or retail brand specification?
Do you manage the electrical and mechanical works as part of the fit-out?
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Discuss your retail fit-out project
Tell us about the premises, the work you have in mind and any opening or trading dates we need to plan around. MDS NE can review the scope and discuss how the building works and M&E could be delivered.