AA Munro: Collaboration, acoustics, and a move to Bedford
Transforming light, space, and collaboration
AA Munro Insurance had a clear goal when relocating its office to a newly constructed building in Bedford, create a workspace that felt light, open, and acoustically comfortable for its team. When they engaged Atlantic Business Interiors, the space they inherited had excellent natural light potential but felt dark, enclosed, and uninspiring.
From the outset, AA Munro’s priorities were clear: bring natural light deeper into the workspace and improve acoustic comfort without compromising visual openness. To achieve this, ABI integrated extra-tall glass doors for private offices, allowing daylight to penetrate throughout the interior while managing sound transfer for focused work and private conversations.
Every design choice reinforced these priorities. Acoustic seals and glass elements worked together to strike the ideal balance between openness and privacy, while finish selections and layout decisions helped maintain a cohesive, visually uplifting environment. Thoughtful integration of hanging acoustic baffles and soft dividers improved sound quality and contributed to a comfortable yet energetic workspace.
Collaboration was at the heart of this project. AA Munro’s team was engaged throughout the process from finish decisions to final walkthroughs, ensuring that every choice aligned with the firm’s culture and operational needs. Even after installation, ABI stayed in touch to ensure the space continued to work as intended.
The result is an office that feels completely transformed: filled with natural light, acoustically balanced, and perfectly suited to how the AA Munro team works today. Employees responded enthusiastically to the environment, and the space stands as a testament to what thoughtful planning and partnership can achieve.
Service provided
For AA Munro’s headquarters project, ABI delivered a comprehensive furniture and workspace enhancement solution focused on light optimization, acoustic comfort, and collaborative functionality.
Our scope included:
- Evaluating the existing space and identifying opportunities to enhance natural daylight penetration.
- Installing extra-tall glass doors and acoustic seals to balance openness with sound control.
- Incorporating acoustic hanging baffles and soft dividers to manage noise and improve comfort.
- Reusing existing furniture where appropriate while integrating new, high-quality furnishings.
- Collaborating closely with AA Munro’s team to ensure finish choices and design decisions aligned with culture and operational needs.
- Providing post-installation support to ensure the space met long-term functional goals.
The result is a refreshed and uplifting office environment optimized for productivity, communication, and well-being.
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