Cameron Barclay Case Studies - Local Space Housing Association

Local Space offers the opportunity of a ‘temporary to permanent housing initiative’ providing settled homes on a scale hitherto unseen in London or anywhere else, a pathfinder organisation that is taking the statutory duty of local authorities to house the homeless to a new and exciting level. Local Space, setup as an independent housing association by Newham Borough Council has to date acquired 700 properties and is well on track to achieve it’s goal of owning 1,000 properties which will be available on lease terms for up to 15 years as settled homes to homeless families. www.localspace.co.uk

In 2005 Local Space sourced their current office which was in a bad state of repair and required a complete upgrade.  However, being an organisation that needed to minimise expenditure, they wanted a proficient but very cost effective solution.  Local Space contacted Principal Cabling for a quotation to re-wire the offices.  The quotation came within budget and Principal Cabling introduced Local Space to Cameron Barclay Consultancy, who is the interior fit out arm of the Principal Group.  Peter Benning, Cameron Barclay’s Project Director came across as very knowledgeable and really understood Local Space’s requirements and potential problems.  Following a consultation period, during which time Peter identified cost saving solutions and also advised on the re-use and or disposal of existing furniture, IT & telephony equipment.  Cameron Barclay carried out the entire project, including the move management and the final delivered project was on time and within budget.

"Principal really have got their act together with a holistic offering that encompasses; total fit out and refurbishment, total solution cabling, electrical testing and ongoing IT development and support.  A service that we are continuing to employ.

People make the difference and Cameron Barclay certainly did here, as did Principal Cabling and Principal Information Management Services. Everybody we have dealt with seems to have come out of the same mould, all providing an excellent service at very attractive rates. We would recommend Cameron Barclay to any organisation considering interior contracting services."
Mr P Rasanesan - Finance Director - Local Space - 08-06 2007

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