Deutsche Pfandbriefbank Offices – London
Morgan Lovell’s Deutsche Pfandbriefbank offices in London successfully blend modern functionality with the charm of a Grade II listed building, creating a welcoming and refined workplace for a leading commercial real estate bank.
Morgan Lovell designed and delivered the fit out of the new London home for Deutsche Pfandbriefbank, a leading European specialist bank for commercial real estate. With a client relationship of over 20 years behind them, Morgan Lovell was trusted to relocate their London office from the Walkie Talkie to a newly refurbished Grade II listed building at 16 St Martin’s Le Grand.
It was a fast track project with tight deadlines driven by an expiring lease, but also an opportunity to build a workplace that made the most of its unique setting. The design had to preserve the character of the building, align with previous projects delivered for Deutsche Pfandbriefbank and entice people back to the office.
To meet the brief, a refined, functional space split into two clear zones was created: a client facing front with meeting rooms and welcome area, plus a staff focused back of house with open plan desks, breakout zones and a kitchen. The design respected the character of the building, working around original roof lights and brass detailing to ensuring partitions didn’t obscure the heritage features.
Key pieces of furniture were reused from the previous office, including coffee tables with recycled plastic tops, subtly embedding sustainability into the scheme. Green furniture and décor were used throughout the space to match company branding, while natural finishes and planting added warmth and texture without distracting from the clean, modern lines. Finishes are high end but understated, striking the right balance between formality and welcome.
The result is a popular workspace that feels at home within its historic setting whilst supporting the pace and professionalism of a modern banking environment.
Design: Morgan Lovell
Photography: Thierry Cardineau
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