Laboratories &

Controlled Environments.

Designed & fit out by Glenside in Reading for clients across the UK.

Attention to detail.

Ensuring that science laboratories function efficiently and safely requires skilful planning and careful design configuration. 

Laboratory testing requires total accuracy, and the planning of workstations, defining operating zones and the placement of equipment and storage units is extremely important to a lab’s efficiency. We work closely with our clients to establish a tailored service to ensure their research or R&D facilities are immaculately designed and installed. 

Understanding the unique requirements of laboratory design and fit-out.

Laboratories are unique spaces; the behind the scenes of what keeps the world moving and often where innovation happens. For this reason, every laboratory must run like a well oiled machine, and that starts with the design. 


Ensuring that all laboratories function efficiently and safely calls for skilful planning, careful design configuration and knowledge of compliance. Glenside has the expertise needed in laboratory design and fit out to make sure that all of these boxes are ticked, and will work closely with you and your team to ensure your project is delivered to your budget, time frame and specific requirements.


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From laboratory design to fit-out we cover it all.

Talk to us today to discuss your requirements with the peace-of-mind that our team can cover one or all of these key areas for your laboratory or controlled environment project:


Attention to detail.

Ensuring that science laboratories function efficiently and safely requires skilful planning and careful design configuration. 


Laboratory testing requires total accuracy, and the planning of workstations, defining operating zones and the placement of equipment and storage units is extremely important to a lab’s efficiency. We work closely with our clients to establish a tailored service to ensure their research or R&D facilities are immaculately designed and installed. 

One size doesn’t fit all.

Having worked on a growing number of laboratory design and technical space projects, we understand the complexities and detail for each type of space. Here are some of the types of laboratory we can design and fit out:


  • Biology / Microbiology
  • Containment Level 2 / 'CL2'
  • Chemistry
  • Electronics
  • Food and Beverage
  • ISO 6-9 Cleanrooms
  • Life Sciences
  • Materials
  • Medical / Clinical
  • Space
  • Test / Calibration


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Designing to specification.

For every laboratory project, we consider and provide:


  • Professional installation of equipment and building services facilities.
  • Reliable fixing and fitting of mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Well-structured floor plan and placement of units ensuring easy and safe accessibility.
  • Expert sourcing and fitting of appropriate materials, such as non-slip flooring where necessary.
  • Clear signage, notices and markings for safety and operational efficiency.
  • Full compliance with building regulations and other legal requirements.


This requires an equally wide range of expertise and experience in fitting them out which the team at Glenside can provide.

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Designing to specification.

For every laboratory project, we consider and provide:


  • Professional installation of equipment and building services facilities.
  • Reliable fixing and fitting of mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Well-structured floor plan and placement of units ensuring easy and safe accessibility.
  • Expert sourcing and fitting of appropriate materials, such as non-slip flooring where necessary.
  • Clear signage, notices and markings for safety and operational efficiency.
  • Full compliance with building regulations and other legal requirements.


This requires an equally wide range of expertise and experience in fitting them out which the team at Glenside can provide.

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Specialist laboratory features & requirements.

  • Mezzanines: space optimising, supporting structures
  • Walls: cleanable, fire rated, viewing windows
  • Ceilings: cleanable, sealed, fire rated
  • Floors: cleanable, anti-slip, static safe/ESD, chemical resistant
  • Doors: fire rated, air sealed, secure / access controlled, automated
  • Lighting: moisture resistant, controllable, colour control
  • Ventilation: customised air change rates, filtration, heat recovery
  • Environment Control: temperature, humidity
  • Extract: local extract ventilation ('LEV'), fume hoods, vented cupboards
  • Cabling Installations: electrical, data, controls
  • Laboratory Benching: fitted, mobile, reagent shelving, chemical resistant
  • Laboratory Gases: including nitrogen, oxygen, helium, hydrogen, etc.
  • Air Systems: vacuum, compressed air, etc.
  • Environment Monitoring: including oxygen depletion
  • Water Systems: Vulcathene drainage, CAT 5 protection, deionised/RO water
  • Laboratory Storage: fitted, mobile, vented, COSHH (hazardous contents)
  • Fire & Security Systems: fire alarms, fire suppression, access control, CCTV
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Recent Laboratory Design &

Controlled Environment Projects

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Innovative options for furniture, fixtures & fittings.

In addition to the overall space planning and laboratory design, we can include all required laboratory furniture and fittings. Whether you require conventional units or entirely customised pieces of lab furniture, we can help. Talk to us today to find out more about our options for:


  • Benching with integrated services
  • Shelving (inc. reagent)
  • Benching (mobile/fixed)
  • Service droppers
  • Fume cupboards
  • Safety cabinets
  • Specialist requirements on request


If you have a particular scenario you’re struggling with, challenge our designers to come up with a solution.

Improve Your Laboratory Efficiency, Safety & Employee Satisfaction.

Laboratories which function efficiently and safely require skilful planning and careful design configuration. The planning of workstations, defining operating zones and the placement of equipment and storage units is extremely important to a lab’s effectiveness. We will work closely with your team to create a tailored solution to ensure your laboratory and/or R&D facility is immaculately designed and installed.


For every laboratory project, we consider details such as:

Well-structured floor plans and placement of units to ensure easy and safe accessibility

Professional installation of equipment and building services

Reliable design and fitting of mechanical and electrical systems

Expert specification and fitting of appropriate materials and finishes

Clear signage, notices and markings for safety and operational efficiency

Compliance with building regulations and other legal requirements

You can partner with Glenside to benefit from our wide range of expertise and experience in fitting out laboratories.

Why choose Glenside for your laboratory design project?

At Glenside, we’re experts in laboratory design and creating technical spaces which are built with tomorrow in mind. Our team has amassed vast knowledge in this area, creating laboratories which are compliant, flexible and efficient. From design through to build, we can offer a turnkey project, and our team will invest in the time to ensure your project builds value for your business.


Here are a few reasons clients choose us for their laboratory or controlled environment project:


  • Location: Based in Reading, Berkshire, we're ideally placed for the Golden Triangle of science, able to design and fit out laboratories in Oxford, London, Cambridge and surrounding areas.
  • Breadth of scope: We understand that a laboratory often comes with supporting spaces such as offices, break-out areas, boardrooms and staff facilities such as toilets, changing rooms and showers. We can carry out the whole project so you only need to deal with one company.
  • Sector knowledge: Not only do we have a unique understanding of buildings and over 50 years of experience in commercial fit outs, but we understand the science industry and its nuances.
  • Experience with compliance: Our experience of designing and fitting out laboratories has given us valuable knowledge of compliance, and the many boxes that need to be ticked to ensure a laboratory functions safely and efficiently.
  • Project management: We assist with the whole process, including initial consultation, design, planning, building control, compliance and fit-out, as well as finishing touches like the supply and installation of laboratory furniture.
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Testimonials.

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    “We are delighted with the new lab. It provides lots more space and a light and airy feel; a very pleasant and productive working environment. We were impressed with the way Glenside took turnkey responsibility for the entire thing, preventing our team from becoming distracted. Considering this was a major project, it was remarkably little hassle.”



    Technical Director

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    “I just wanted to give some feedback on our contractors doing the final refurb works in the first floor room area. I know they have been superb throughout but I have really noticed this week how respectful they are and they are so clean and tidy in their work….. it is so nice to have such a nice group of professional tradespeople on site.”



    Facilities Operations Manager

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    “We highly recommend Glenside to other businesses. Their outstanding service surpassed our expectations. They promptly addressed challenges and maintained transparent communication throughout. Our positive experience has prompted us to engage their services for our current location and entrust them with the fit-out of our new facility.”


    Managing Director

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    “Glenside were welcoming and inspirational. The ideas that came through the initial contact and immediate consultation sessions are what stood them apart from other contestants for us. Space planning combined with style gave us a very solid, rewarding result”




    Director

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    “I just wanted to give some feedback on our contractors doing the final refurb works in the security room area. I know they have been superb throughout but I have really noticed this week how respectful they are and they are so clean and tidy in their work….. it is so nice to have such a nice group of professional tradespeople on site.”


    Facilities Operations Manager

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    “We highly recommend Glenside to other businesses. Their outstanding service surpassed our expectations. They promptly addressed challenges and maintained transparent communication throughout. Our positive experience has prompted us to engage their services for our current location and entrust them with the fit-out of our new facility.”


    Managing Director

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    “We highly recommend Glenside to other businesses. Their outstanding service surpassed our expectations. They promptly addressed challenges and maintained transparent communication throughout. Our positive experience has prompted us to engage their services for our current location and entrust them with the fit-out of our new facility.”


    Managing Director

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  • A close up of a black chalkboard texture.

    “Glenside were welcoming and inspirational. The ideas that came through the initial contact and immediate consultation sessions are what stood them apart from other contestants for us. Space planning combined with style gave us a very solid, rewarding result”


    Director

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    “I just wanted to give some feedback on our contractors doing the final refurb works in the security room area. I know they have been superb throughout but I have really noticed this week how respectful they are and they are so clean and tidy in their work….. it is so nice to have such a nice group of professional tradespeople on site.”


    Facilities Operation Manager

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    “Glenside project-managed the tight 12 week office and factory fit-out, ensuring that our client’s move-in date was met without compromising on the quality of the build or finish.”


    - Manufacturer in Berkshire

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    “Glenside have been brilliant to work with from the start. Our new Staff Hub has had a really positive impact on our staff, and we would be happy to work with Glenside in the future.”


    - Housing Association in Berkshire

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    ''Our brief to Glenside was very specific. The team at Glenside did a fantastic job understanding, building upon, and then delivering to that brief.''


    - Managing Director,

    Digital Signage Specialist in Luton

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    "I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the initial meetings at our old premises Glenside really took time to understand what I wanted to achieve for the business with the office move.''


    - Director,

    Food Supplier in Berkshire

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    "Working with Glenside has been an absolute pleasure! Glenside have not only made our office a beautiful space to work in, but getting to that point felt effortless."


    - HR Manager, 

    Software Company in London

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    “We are delighted with the final result. The project from our initial meeting throughout to completion was hassle-free, to budget and on time. We would not hesitate to recommend Glenside."


    - Events & Operations Director, 

    Media Company in Harrow

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