Skyscanner’s Glasgow and Edinburgh office transformation projects set out to create two refined, future‑ready workplaces that would strengthen identity, improve functionality and support the company’s evolving ways of working. Delivered by BW Interiors with Hunters leading the furniture consultancy, procurement and reuse strategy, the dual‑site programme focused on achieving high‑quality, flexible environments while navigating complex logistics, shifting timelines and the need to safeguard valuable existing assets.
Across both locations, the brief centred on calm, contemporary spaces with a strong sense of place. Materials and finishes were chosen to reflect each city, while open, adaptable layouts were designed to support focused work, collaboration and social interaction. Hunters’ early involvement allowed the team to survey both sites, understand the reuse strategy in detail and guide Skyscanner through product selection, budgeting and the balance between new and existing furniture. The resulting schedule spanned boardrooms, meeting rooms, collaboration lounges, café spaces, games rooms and reception areas, incorporating brands such as Allermuir, Senator, Brunner, Boss Design, Naughtone, Bulo and Expormim.
The reuse strategy was central to the project’s success. Significant volumes of existing furniture, including task chairs, meeting tables, soft seating and high‑value Framery and Mute pods, were retained, stored, relocated and reinstated. To ensure the pods could be safely decommissioned and rebuilt, Hunters arranged specialist training with the manufacturers in mainland Europe, equipping the team with the technical expertise required to protect these assets.
The programme’s complexity was heightened by the contrasting nature of the two sites. Glasgow involved a full relocation to 1 West Regent Street, consolidating staff from multiple floors into a single, efficient workspace. Edinburgh required the reconfiguration of an occupied building, with one floor decommissioned and another intensified to maintain operations during refurbishment.
When an unexpected delay in Edinburgh forced a shift in sequencing, the logistics became increasingly intricate. Furniture originally intended to return to Edinburgh was diverted to Glasgow, while Glasgow assets were temporarily stored for later reuse in Edinburgh. Hunters managed this evolving picture through meticulous tracking, multi‑warehouse storage and constant coordination with BW and subcontractors.
Despite the challenges, the completed workplaces now deliver clear, tangible outcomes. Edinburgh features a generous town‑hall space, flexible lounges, café‑style areas and games rooms that support community and informal interaction. Glasgow offers a calm, practical environment with an open layout that accommodates varied working styles and reflects the character of the city. Across both hubs, the reuse strategy reduced environmental impact and protected client investment, while the modernised facilities have improved working conditions and consolidated operations.
The projects stand as a testament to Hunters’ ability to deliver complex, multi‑site workplace transformations, balancing logistics, design intent and cultural priorities to create environments that feel coherent, functional and distinctly Skyscanner.
