The Hands Collection The Meeting. Room BESPOKE FURNITURE

The Hands Collection The Meeting Room BESPOKE FURNITURE 1

CONTENTS INTRODUCING Introducing HANDS 03 The Boardroom 04 The Flexible Boardroom 08 The Tele-presence Suite 12 The Video Conference 14 The Meeting Room 16 The Executive Suite 18 The Executive Workwall 22 Executive Support 26 Founded by William HANDS, a professional cabinet and chair maker, the company has been manufacturing for over 100 years on the existing site at High Wycombe; in that time we have developed an unrivalled reputation for making high class furniture. As you would expect over the years the company has been involved in many prestigious projects that include being commissioned to make the chairs for King George VI s (1937) and Queen Elizabeth II s (1953) Coronations, copies of which were made to celebrate her Silver Jubilee in 1977. More recently we designed, made and installed over 150 executive desks for the very fastidious Judges and Justices within the Royal Courts, resulting in high acclaim. In the private sector many senior captains of industry have made HANDS their first choice for executive, boardroom, corporate welcome and meeting facilities; such as the nine metre boardroom table and associated furniture built for Lloyds of London and installed within their famous Richard Rogers building. The Reception 28 The Business Lounge 32 Corporate Hospitality 34 Accreditations 38

THE BOARDROOM The Boardroom is a symbol of a company s position, its image, financial strength, stability and integrity. It should above all reflect the quality that the management wants to portray both to its staff and to its valued clients. The exquisite furniture designed and made in the HANDS factory dovetails these aspirations into reality, with outstanding results. As one client put it What you have provided for our image, is worth millions to us! Miller Group. Edinburgh HANDS capability as designers as well as makers is clearly very evident. This stunning boardroom interior shows how the use of crown cut natural American Black Walnut used together with subtle colour tones can be so successful. The form of the barrel shaped, solid edged table works well in conjunction with the integral Media Wall, housing all the Audio Visual and Video Conferencing equipment. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Boardroom 4 5

Financial and Business Consultants. London These stunning white Corian tables offer a fresh alternative for certain rooms in this most prestigious installation. The polished chrome frames allow for excellent vertical cable management leading up to secluded troughs and access flaps containing power, data and AV outlets, therefore hiding cables and keeping a tidy appearance. Matching credenzas containing both AV racks and hospitality items were provided to complement the scheme. Various shaped tables were provided depending upon the anticipated style of meeting including large round, D end tables for collaborative working and some vase shaped ideal for AV/VC usage. Precept Swivel HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Boardroom Seating Solutions As seen in the installation photographs on this and other pages, HANDS frequently works with designers and clients who adopt a policy to use alternative ranges of seating, other than those designed or made by HANDS, in order to fulfil specific aesthetic requirements. Although we are happy to work in this way we highly recommend that serious consideration should be given in respect of their size and shape, as this may affect seating capacity and therefore suitability of use. HANDS can supply chairs, many of which are very similar to those shown here, that are designed and made in our own factory with the rest of our furniture to be a perfect fit in every sense of the word. 6 7

THE FLEXIBLE BOARDROOM In many organisations the need for flexibility within meeting areas is important. With demountable, mobile partitions and a good flexible table system it is possible to have a professional boardroom and smaller meeting rooms within the same space. HANDS are experts in providing furniture concepts which can provide true flexibility with the look of a formal boardroom when you need it. Orion Soft Cantilever Johnson Matthey. London Change tables were selected for this impressive London installation where a high degree of flexibility and functionality were required. The FSC American Black Walnut was specially selected for its distinct grain and laid out crown cut across the tables to give a seamless effect looking down the length. All the tables are mobile and have folding leaves to maximise the use and space within the rooms, whilst the access hatches and hollow bases conceal all the necessary power, data, AV outlets and cables. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Flexible Boardroom Change - Demountable Boardroom Table System 8 9

Precept Cantilever Precept Stacking Orion Flip Top Table An alternative flexible table solution is to use Orion flip top tables. These metal framed tables which incorporate both horizontal and vertical cable management are excellent for training and conference facilities, where furniture is required to be mobile and stored out of the room. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Flexible Boardroom 10 SNR Denton UK LLP. Milton Keynes This firm of legal professionals needed a series of flexible tables that could be arranged into larger table settings. An important part of the brief was for discreet containment of IT/AV equipment and that the tables should look as one when arranged, with the bases to be visually light. All this was achieved by using the HANDS Change system. A special Walnut veneer stained to give a Wenge like appearance was used to ensure a sustainable ethic. In smaller fixed meeting rooms HANDS met the brief by coordinating tops and mounting on mirrored and highly polished chrome bases giving an incredible floating look to the furniture. 11

The HANDS Collection Executive THE TELE-PRESENCE SUITE Tele-presence is a form of Video Conferencing taken a great deal further. By designing and making two or more matching suites in different locations it allows meeting delegates to view each other in high definition as if they were sitting opposite each other, despite being hundreds or possibly thousands of miles apart. HANDS have for some years been well known for integrating technical equipment into furniture. In this case the integration of rise and fall plasma screens within credenzas, all fully accessorised with HD cameras, microphones and speakers, together with height adjustable desk tops results in very clever and suitable stunning installations. Precept Swivel HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Tele-presence Suite CATLIN PLC. London and Zurich This company is one of the leading global specialty insurers and reinsurers, and is the largest syndicate in Lloyd s of London. They and their designers, Artillery, selected HANDS not only for our ability to deliver sophisticated furniture, but also for our strong environmental record and the ability to source audited and sustainable FSC timber. Suites completed in both London and Zurich facilitate international meetings to be held in such a realistic way that it brings the participants together as if they are in the same room. The overall result gives the desired wow factor and a truly sustainable business solution to long distance remote communications. 12 13

THE VIDEO CONFERENCE Provision for Audio Visual and Video Conferencing is becoming more and more an essential and regular part of office facilities. HANDS work closely with AV/VC providers to tailor our furniture to meet the exact needs of both the contractor and client alike. Easily accessible cable and equipment provision is built in, hiding the visual impact of trailing wires to staff and clients yet accommodating sophisticated equipment. The overall aesthetic is a very important consideration and, by use of high quality materials and workmanship, we can ensure ultimate client satisfaction. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Video Conference CATLIN PLC. London and Zurich To complement the Tele-presence Suites HANDS were commissioned to provide furniture for various other rooms to be used for Audio Visual presentations, IT training and video conferencing. The tables made in FSC Oak, and stained to a specific tint have self-contained rise and fall monitors, allowing the rooms to be very much multipurpose. Credenzas containing IT equipment, AV racks and fridges were designed and made to coordinate with the tables with recessed mirrored plinths that give the units a light floating appearance over the floor. 14 15

Landmark PLC. London This organisation rents out high profile offices in the centre of London to some very prestigious clients. HANDS were used in various sites and worked closely with their interior designer to produce some stunning meeting rooms, such as this one with a round drum based table and Orion soft chairs. THE MEETING ROOM The need for meeting rooms in any organisation is always an essential. Their purpose must be defined and the right furniture provided. HANDS have probably the widest choice of tables available on the market to satisfy any number of requirements from a simple round table for three, to a conference table seating 30 candidates. One thing in common: the unique high standard of quality and craftsmanship. Orion Soft Orion Classic Orion Soft Swivel HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Meeting Room Permira. London An architecturally designed veneer pattern and the use of silver coloured bases created a stunning look in these really superb, functional meeting tables, containing full audio visual and video conferencing facilities. 16 17

A London PLC. Kensington THE EXECUTIVE SUITE HANDS provide the ultimate in executive furniture. Our solutions can be tailored to suit individual tastes and room styles giving a lasting impression of prestige and quality. Our executive and guest chairs are made to the same very high standards, giving true comfort and functionality. Many of the UK captains of industry, government ministers and top civic leaders work daily at HANDS furniture. All made with an unrivalled level of handfinished quality, yet each unique by way of veneer selection and detailing. Orion Soft This is a great example of a contemporary executive office, combining traditional high quality materials with fine design and highly skilled workmanship. Beautifully matched crown cut veneers are complimented by the finest solid Oak crafted into sleek and mitred leg frames. Discreet integrated cable flaps provide easy access to IT facilities hidden within the desk itself. Co-ordinating storage, meeting and occasional tables complete this suite and together with the soft furnishings give the whole installation a feeling of domestic comfort in a corporate setting. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Executive Suite 18 Seating Solutions As seen in the installation photographs on this and other pages, HANDS frequently works with designers and clients who adopt a policy to use alternative ranges of seating, other than those designed or made by HANDS, in order to fulfil specific aesthetic requirements. Although we are happy to work in this way we highly recommend that serious consideration should be given in respect of their size and shape, as this may affect seating capacity and therefore suitability of use. HANDS can supply chairs, many of which are very similar to those shown here, that are designed and made in our own factory with the rest of our furniture to be a perfect fit in every sense of the word. 19

Cultural Attaché Amlin PLC. City of London Slip matched, quarter cut Walnut has been carefully selected and matched throughout this suite to form a striking contemporary executive office. With the leg frames being cleverly cut and jointed from solid Walnut, they form triangular mitres giving a reflection of true craftsmanship and high quality. This office is exquisitely veneered in a combination of Burr and crown cut American Black Walnut. The executive suite reflects the status and seniority of the official within this Embassy installation, whilst also giving a warm and welcoming feel. Emerald Publishing. Bingley HANDS designers worked with this publishing company to provide them with their ideal executive offices. Finished in Maple with Walnut borders, they were more than delighted with the results. Orion Classic High Back Change Armchair Verdi Armchair HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Executive Suite Options Display Suite. London A classic HANDS desk, beautifully veneered in Fiddle-Back Sycamore with a black inlay detail. 20 21

THE EXECUTIVE WORKWALL The Workwall concept provides the perfect solution for the professional consultant, fee-earning executives and their support staff. Rectilinear shapes are dominant, with great use of vertical space and landscaping. This furniture design concept is well proven and lends itself to offices where expensive floor-space needs to be well utilised. Used in conjunction with the HANDS storage systems the combination allows for efficient, at hand filing and the spread of paperwork. Precept Cantilever Precept Swivel The HANDS Hands Bespoke Collection Furniture The Meeting The Executive Workwall Room A London HQ. Mayfair This superlative installation of executive workwall is probably the best in London for overall quality, attention to detail and function. The designers and makers at HANDS formulated the ideas of the client, and their interior designers, to produce a top spec, height adjustable workwall and executive desking system. This was used throughout the office for management and senior executives. Microsoft. Reading This Workwall in the most senior executive suite within Microsoft combines the latest IT functionality with a beautiful aesthetic. 22 23

Financial Institution. City of London Orion Classic Cantilever Orion Slim Cantilever With a specific brief to coordinate with the style of furniture used in the USA headquarters, HANDS successfully met the brief with a series of functional workwall elements. A light contemporary feel was achieved by using sustainable FSC Quarter Cut Oak with a light white wash to the lacquer. The storage elements provide for a variety of filing methods including suspension and lever arch. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Executive Workwall Workwall Executive Suite Finished in Bog Oak, with white glass panels and stainless steel plinths, this furniture suite is a true endorsement to the design talent, engineering capabilities and craftsmanship at HANDS. Detailing Hidden from external view the quality continues behind the panels, using the highest specification soft close drawer runners, hinges and stays. 24 25

Amlin PLC. City of London To coordinate with furniture in the cellular offices, desks and storage were supplied from the Verdi range for the executive assistants in the open areas. These desks, made with solid walnut frames and beautifully book-matched crown cut American Black Walnut, are both spacious and functional providing generous layout areas for the paper filing kept in the adjacent HANDS wall storage. EXECUTIVE SUPPORT The ability to provide suitable workstations for administrative and executive support that coordinate with the associated managerial suites is generally an important requirement in most organisations. HANDS are able to design and make highly functional furniture, combining our workstations, screens, systems storage and seating for just this purpose, giving a uniform feeling and team spirit to the executive floor. HANDS Bespoke Furniture Executive Support Orion Soft Oilexco. Aberdeen (right) The right hand image shows HANDS furniture in Natural Cherry and Orion Soft chairs, which were used throughout this prestigious installation for both senior executives and all their support staff. 26 27

THE RECEPTION Getting the meet and greet area right for any company is an absolute essential. HANDS have the definitive range of modular reception counters, with an unrivalled flexibility of design, including a vast choice of shape, size and module permutation. This lends itself to any number of layouts enabling you to create a bespoke solution, tailored to a strong corporate image. DDA modules are available and can be sympathetically blended into the design layout. Reception seating and coffee tables are also made by HANDS, thus offering a complete reception design package. HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Reception AVIVA Investors. London Aviva Investors is a global asset management business with headquarters in the City of London. HANDS developed and made this stunning reception counter in cooperation with their facilities team and their furniture consultants. The use of vertically laid crown cut veneers in conjunction with contrasting stone elements and feature lighting makes this monolithic counter visually interesting whilst creating a strong corporate statement. 28 29

Connect Low Back Connect High Back HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Reception Blue Chip Co. Farnborough Maxim. Glasgow Proving the design works. This is the ultimate reception counter for this ultimate office park near Glasgow. Kings Chambers. Manchester A beautiful combination of crown cut Walnut with Maple detail makes for a really striking counter in this bright and welcoming business setting. This simple reception counter shows how a combination of white panels and Walnut tops works so well together. The subtle feature lighting gives a warm inviting glow without being over powering, whilst the reflective metallic plinth makes the unit appear to float over the carpet. 30 31

THE BUSINESS LOUNGE Whether it be a hotel, airport, office reception or an executive suite the beautifully tailored upholstery and crafted cabinetry makes HANDS the ideal choice for the business lounge. Clean lines combined with functional designs are a common theme to all the HANDS ranges of soft seating and club chairs. Their durability will mean they keep smart and give long service. Occasional tables are offered in a wide variety of finishes, including a huge selection of veneers, glass and stone. Connect Mid Back Connect Low Back Verdi Lounge Chair HANDS Bespoke Furniture The Business Lounge Investment Company. Doha Qatar Verdi lounge chairs and coffee tables were specially designed for this outstanding office in the heart of the new dynamic centre of Doha. High quality white hide upholstery contrasts beautifully with solid Walnut frames, all crafted within the HANDS factory workshops, giving a truly sensational result. Shepherd & Wedderburn. Glasgow Shepherd & Wedderburn. Glasgow Following the highly successful use of their furniture at their Edinburgh offices, HANDS were once again selected by this prestigious legal practice to furnish key parts of the new Glasgow building. Connect Seating is linked where required by the use of clever occasional tables, following the timber design detailing throughout the range. 32 Connect was specified for its comfort and clean aesthetic lines giving an excellent impression for important clients visiting their premises. 33

CORPORATE HOSPITALITY Dining areas are a focal point within many organisations, providing entertainment spaces for clients and staff. In some cases, as within hotels and conference centres, these corporate restaurants are hired out and need to be durable, of a high standard and very flexible. HANDS can design and manufacture both tabling and tailored seating to meet these exact needs. Matching storage credenzas can also be specified with fridges, cutlery sections, wine racks and bottle drawers to complete the design package. Change Armchair Change Stacking Chair Oval Dining Table. London This oval shape table has been designed and made with sweet chestnut veneer laid out in a stunning offset radial pattern. The stretched conical base reflects the shape of the table and is detailed with stainless steel inserts and foot, giving ample legroom and excellent stability. HANDS Bespoke Furniture Corporate Dining Financial & Business Consultants. London Perhaps it is not a coincidence that two of the world s largest firms in this sector chose HANDS for this important image conscious area of their new HQ buildings in London. The two completely contrasting styles reflect our ability to tailor to the exact needs and image the client requires. Seating Solutions As seen in the installation photographs on this and other pages, HANDS frequently works with designers and clients who adopt a policy to use alternative ranges of seating, other than those designed or made by HANDS, in order to fulfil specific aesthetic requirements. Although we are happy to work in this way we highly recommend that serious consideration should be given in respect of their size and shape, as this may affect seating capacity and therefore suitability of use. HANDS can supply chairs, many of which are very similar to those shown here, that are designed and made in our own factory with the rest of our furniture to be a perfect fit in every sense of the word. 34 35

Liverpool FC Boot Room. Liverpool Change Stacking Arm Chair Edo Stacking Chair Flexibility with a contemporary high quality feel is achieved by the overall design set out in this installation of HANDS tables and specially tailored seating. The Edo chairs met the demanding brief to have a truly comfortable dining chair that was stacking and practical for a high use environment. The tables in both walnut and white contrast visually, but also reflect the different dining styles within the same facility. HANDS Bespoke Furniture Corporate Dining 36 37

ACCREDITATIONS REFERENCES 38 FSC Trademark 1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C. Certificate Reg. No. TT-COC-001739 The FSC logo assigned to office furniture produced by HANDS of Wycombe identifies products which contain wood from well managed forests independently certified in accordance with the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council A.C. Seating Solutions As seen in the installation photographs on this and other pages, HANDS frequently works with designers and clients who adopt a policy to use alternative ranges of seating, other than those designed or made by HANDS, in order to fulfil specific aesthetic requirements. Although we are happy to work in this way we highly recommend that serious consideration should be given in respect of their size and shape, as this may affect seating capacity and therefore suitability of use. HANDS can supply chairs, many of which are very similar to those shown here, that are designed and made in our own factory with the rest of our furniture to be a perfect fit in every sense of the word. For further information see our Seating Collection brochure. I have to say I was unable to find fault with any of your items. The quality of finish, grain, book matching, general design and structural stability were all first class. Daniel Herriott Interior Designer, HOK International Limited We were looking for high quality, executive furniture and we found it a revelation that HANDS were able to offer delivery of bespoke furniture so quickly. David Elliot Accommodation Manager, UK Government Ministry We were impressed with the high quality of workmanship and the figurative veneers offered by HANDS and the ability to design a unit appropriate for our requirements and supply in such a short lead time. Vince Heaney Principle Architect for the Department of Architectural Services, Gateshead Civic Centre Product quality - outstanding! We have, I consider, created a unique working office and the installation of the various HANDS products into our client suite has only underlined our position in the market and our business intent. Every comment, without exception, has been one of praise for the furniture. This extends also to the A/V contractors that we employed and who have worked with market leaders in the furniture business. Colin Roy Facilities Manager, Management Services, Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

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