Fidelity International

“I am happy to recommend The Studio* Collaborative as the architect and design partner of choice, for commercial builds.

The Studio* have partnered with Fidelity International, on our move to new office premises at 60 Martin Place, Sydney during 2020. The Studio* have been a highly engaged and diligent partner, during all stages of the process, from surveying and scoping, to design and planning and through to their on-site engagement with our builders, MPA, to ensure a pristine delivery. The seamless management and on-time delivery of this project, was all the more remarkable, given the fit-out of our new build/office plate began just as the most severe restrictions for Covid-19 were enforced, in March this year. The team worked with our Project Managers, Facilitate and builders MPA, to review and rearchitect our supply chains to ensure that the build could be completed and delivered on time and on budget.

The Studio* are commended for their complex stakeholder engagement and management. This project was delivered for multiple (often competing) stakeholders of the Australian business and also, the Fidelity International - Global Corporate Property Services (CPS) function, including the Global Head of CPS in the UK and the APAC Head of CPS in Hong Kong. Fidelity International is a complex client and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders on this journey, was key to achieving a great outcome for both our Australian team and our global organisation.

Our move was a brave move in the context of Fidelity, collapsing two floor plates into one, moving out of offices into activity-based working, with a large emphasis on re-architecting the culture of our business. Together, we achieved an elegant, fluid workspace for our current business, and an attractive employee value proposition going forward. The Studio* delivered a 1000sqm fitout comprising a boardroom, meeting rooms, phone booths and an open plan workspace and breakout area with sweeping views across Sydney harbour. Importantly, we now have a highly democratic space, with the best realestate occupied by all our teams, together. There really is no bad seat in the house!

As the senior sponsor of this project, I felt listened to and supported during the complex design phase, where many demands were made of smaller space. For a visual record of our build, please see, https://www.motusair.com/fidelity. Alternatively, if you would like to visit our offices in person, we would be delighted to accomodate your visit, as we are very proud of what we have achieved together.

- Alva DeVoy, MD - Fidelity International Australia

GREATER BANK HQ

“We would say you ‘nailed’ it but that would simply be a gross understatement, gang. We’re so thrilled with our new look, and we are so very grateful to you all for bringing it to life.”

- Greater Bank, Linkedin post

The Iconic Production Studio

“The Studio* knows good design is really important to us, and the value we hope to create on projects is to help direct the clients available funding to the best design outcomes.

The Studio* team have succeeded here in spades, the space looks amazing, and I expect the experience in the space is equally amazing. I am most impressed by the quality the team achieved, so economically. I think it’s when we are limited in resources, our best thinking comes through.

We really enjoyed working with you, and enjoyed your approach to the project.”

- Antony George, WT Partnership

Westpac, Kent St

“Thank you for your work on the Kent St project this year. The specialist floors have been so well received - from the CEO, Execs, the Board and people working on the floor. They’ll be equally impressed once L21 west and L22 are unveiled.

From my own perspective, I think these spaces are amazing - even with the budgetary restraints, you’ve created something very beautiful and timeless.

Digging your heals in to consolidate and reposition the kitchen on the Skyrise was also a good (and right) move. We’re very impressed with what’s been achieved for a tight budget.”

- Terry Cominakis, Major Property Projects

clifford chance

“The Studio* team have created an amazing space for our teams.

It feels amazing, very welcoming and bright, all comments have been and remain extremely positive.

Thank you for all the great work your team put in, we really appreciate it. We would be most pleased to keep in touch with your amazing team.”

- Katherine Sturzha, Clifford Chance

Pier Property

“We are ecstatic with the design and end outcome of our new home. The Studio* nailed the brief to the tee and manipulated a hard layout into one that works.

Thank you so much for our new home.”

- Scott Egelton, Pier Property