A 13,500 sq ft global headquarters, delivered a week ahead of schedule, for a team 3,000 miles away.
Gen II Fund Services appointed Spectrum Workplace to deliver a 13,500 sq ft workplace transformation. The new headquarters creates a modern, flexible office that supports collaboration, communication and employee experience. The project improved connectivity between teams, while balancing open-plan working with private offices and quiet focus areas.
A calm, professional material palette and improved spatial flow make the office easier to navigate and use throughout the day. The finished workplace supports productivity, wellbeing and long-term adaptability, giving Gen II Fund Services a future-ready environment aligned with its growth and evolving needs.
"Partnering with Spectrum Workplace was a game-changer for us."
Matt Luongo, Chief Administrative Officer – Gen II Fund Services
Gen II Fund Services workplace transformation.
The goal of the project was to create a workplace that supported the fast-paced and collaborative nature of a global fund services business. The design needed to balance professional client-facing requirements with flexible and welcoming spaces for communication, focus and teamwork. It also needed to offer choice and adaptability across different ways of working.
The design approach focused on how people use the space day to day. Spectrum reimagined the layout to create a more open and fluid environment, encouraging natural movement and interaction between teams. This helped reduce traditional departmental separation and supported a more joined-up way of working within the office.
At the same time, the design balanced openness with privacy. The workplace brings together open-plan workstations, enclosed offices and informal collaboration areas, giving employees greater flexibility in how they work. This layered approach supports both focused concentration and active collaboration, without making the space feel too rigid or too exposed.
A strong emphasis was placed on creating a calm, professional and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the nature of Gen II Fund Services’ business. A refined material palette, improved spatial flow and considered detailing helped create a workplace that feels composed, efficient and easy to use. The result is an environment that supports comfort, wellbeing and a better day-to-day employee experience.
Throughout the project, employee experience remained central. The design gives people access to spaces that support collaborative tasks, individual focus and informal conversations. Rather than prescribing one way of working, the environment gives employees more choice, reducing friction in the working day and making the office easier and more enjoyable to use.
Smart, sustainable, and built for the future.
Acoustic control and spatial clarity were key considerations. The design separates busier collaborative zones from quieter working areas, helping the workplace stay comfortable and functional throughout the day. This balance supports productivity while creating a more positive and less distracting workplace experience.
Sustainability and longevity also shaped the design process. Durable materials and practical, low-maintenance finishes were selected to help the workplace perform well over time. The layout was also designed with flexibility in mind, allowing the space to adapt as the business evolves and working patterns continue to change.
Project delivery and final outcome
The project followed a carefully managed programme, with close coordination, clear communication and strong sequencing throughout. Collaboration between Spectrum Workplace and the client team remained consistent and constructive, which helped decisions move quickly while protecting the quality of delivery.
Despite the complexity of delivering a full workplace transformation for a remote client team, Spectrum completed the project smoothly and a week ahead of schedule. Our construction and project delivery team helped ensure the final workplace felt cohesive, considered and aligned with the organisation’s long-term needs.
The completed office now gives Gen II Fund Services a future-ready workplace. It supports productivity, strengthens collaboration and reflects the professionalism and ambition of the organisation. The space meets current operational needs, while giving the business room to evolve as it continues to grow.
Overall, the project demonstrates how thoughtful workplace design can improve performance and employee experience within the financial services sector. By combining clarity, flexibility and quality, the scheme delivers a workplace that is both functional and refined, and one that genuinely supports the people who use it every day.
