PORTLAND HOUSE HQ
Solihull, West Midlands | Workplace | Interior Design
Shropshire Studios was appointed to redesign a landmark 72,000 sq ft headquarters in Solihull, transforming Portland House into a future‑ready workplace that blends industrial architecture with elevated hospitality design.
The project reimagines the entire building — from arrival experience to executive floors — creating a people‑first environment that supports collaboration, wellbeing and modern ways of working.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
PROJECT DETAILS
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Sector: Commercial Workplace
Services: Interior Design, Workplace Strategy
Size: 72,000 sq ft
The client required a headquarters that felt modern, aspirational and aligned with their brand, while supporting a flexible, agile workforce. The design needed to improve staff experience, encourage collaboration and elevate the perception of the building for both employees and visitors.
THE BRIEF
DESIGN FOCUS
Hotel‑inspired arrival experience
Biophilic design and wellbeing
Acoustic comfort and zoning
Flexible, agile workspaces
Sustainability‑led material choices
The entrance was designed as a bold, hospitality‑led statement.
Key features include:
10ft holographic water feature wall with Venetian marble backdrop
Custom AV welcome wall
Bespoke reception desk in soft travertine tones
Touchless turnstile access
Panelled Venetian plaster walls
Curated waiting lounge with sculptural seating
GROUND FLOOR ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE
DESIGN FOCUS
Agile breakout spaces were introduced throughout the building to support informal meetings, focused work and social interaction.
Design details:
Ceiling slat acoustics
Zone‑specific acoustic carpet tiles
High‑back modular booth seating
Carbon‑negative and FSC‑certified materials
Hospitality‑style booths, sofas and café tables
The Sky Lounge acts as a retreat above the city, offering panoramic views across Resorts World, Birmingham Airport and the NEC.
Design features:
Hydroponic growing systems
Central olive tree with circular seating
Hospitality‑inspired kitchen and bar
Wellness retreat zone
Games and social areas
Layered planting and timber ceiling slats
SKY LOUNGE
CONFERENCE ROOMS
A multifunctional space designed for leadership meetings, collaboration and training.
Design details:
Modular flip‑top boardroom tables
Bespoke joinery and media wall
Upholstered task seating
Acoustic carpet with organic patterning
Statement circular pendant lighting
Designed as a premium, multifunctional executive environment, the President Suite at Portland House delivers a refined balance of privacy, flexibility and hospitality‑level finish. This suite was conceived to support leadership working styles, high‑level decision‑making and client engagement — all within a discreet, highly considered setting.
PRESIDENT SUITE
PRIVATE OFFICES
A series of private meeting rooms provide optimised environments for different styles of interaction — from informal discussions to formal board‑level meetings.
Design considerations include:
Multiple room typologies offering informal, semi‑formal and formal settings
Advanced AV and presentation technology
Acoustic materials to ensure privacy and sound control
Flexible furniture layouts to suit meetings, workshops or one‑to‑one discussions
Integrated room booking systems for seamless operation
Each room was designed to support clarity, focus and productive conversation.
The executive offices within the President Suite combine focused workspaces with integrated meeting areas, supporting modern leadership and flexible working.
Design features include:
Bespoke desks and storage with concealed cable management
Meeting spaces integrated within private offices
Flexible furniture solutions — from boardroom tables to dining‑style tables
Acoustic finishes to enhance concentration and privacy
Window‑wall desks with optimised daylight and views
Shading solutions for comfort and light control
Ergonomically designed workstations to support long working hours
Integrated technology to support hybrid and digital working
These spaces allow executives to move seamlessly between focused work, collaboration and hosting — without leaving the suite.
EXECUTIVE OFFICES
WC’S
The washrooms at Portland House HQ have been reimagined as refined, hotel‑inspired spaces that balance everyday functionality with elevated design, reinforcing the overall quality and experience of the workplace.
Design features include:
Large‑format stone floor and wall tiles for a clean, expansive feel
Fluted marble feature detailing to add texture and visual interest
Full‑height mirrored walls to enhance light and spatial perception
Central Venetian plaster island basin topped with Calacatta quartz
Integrated base‑mounted hand‑dryer taps for a seamless, uncluttered finish
Bespoke suspended LED mirror providing soft, flattering illumination
Hanging planters introducing a subtle biophilic element
A dedicated vanity station with stools, offering space to reset during the working day
Warm material palette combining blush marble, beige tones, brushed gold accents and Swiss elm wood finishes
These spaces elevate a traditionally overlooked area into a considered, premium environment that supports wellbeing, comfort and the overall workplace experience.
Portland House has been transformed into a high‑performing workplace that supports wellbeing, collaboration and brand alignment — creating a space employees are proud to work in and visitors are impressed by.
THE RESULT
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