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Bold, black text "Biofidelity" is mounted on a light blue wall, with a window featuring vertical blinds to the right.

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Biofidelity

Since 2019, Biofidelity have received much recognition for their ground-breaking work developing cancer diagnostic tests, with an aim to simplify the study and analysis of genomics across the world. They asked us to create a flexible and future–proof workspace – to support their ambitious expansion plans.

  Design  |  Build

  5,505 Sq Ft

  Cambridge

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Adaptability, accessibility and balance in lab design

Creating the right workspace for ground-breaking research to take place means balancing a controlled environment with designated areas for employees to breakout and collaborate with colleagues. Access to natural light and fresh air are key considerations to provide a well-needed break from the stark conditions of the lab. To provide Biofidelity with complete flexibility, the COEL team planned, designed and fitted out an open plan office space, meeting rooms and labs.

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A white sink with a silver faucet is installed on a cabinet in a minimalistic room with grey flooring, a wooden door on the left, and a window on the right.
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Spacious room with wooden flooring, white walls, and large windows features the text "Biofidelity" on a light blue wall, under a grid of ceiling lights. Modern office space featuring glass partitions reflecting natural light, with wooden doors and flooring, illuminated by ceiling lights, and surrounded by large windows overlooking a leafy outdoor environment. Office hallway with wooden floor, glass walls, white ceiling tiles, and a window on the right offering natural light, leading to an open office space with cabinets and hanging lights. A white sink with a silver faucet is installed on a cabinet in a minimalistic room with grey flooring, a wooden door on the left, and a window on the right. wall of modern, multi-colored lockers in shades of white and gray with wooden handles. The floor is light wood, and a wooden door is on the right brightly lit corridor with white and gray lockers lining the wall. The floor is light wood, and there's a large window in the background, creating an open, clean, and modern atmosphere

Making an entrance

When planning the space, we were keen to provide separation between the research areas and the client areas. Bold signage has been installed in the reception space to welcome visitors and enhance their experience of the brand on arrival. Individual meeting rooms of differing sizes run off the reception area, which provide space to entertain clients, before progressing through the hallway to the communal staff areas.

Spacious room with wooden flooring, white walls, and large windows features the text "Biofidelity" on a light blue wall, under a grid of ceiling lights.

Employee wellbeing takes centre stage

Employee comfort and wellbeing was prioritised. The main communal area houses teapoint facilities and a breakfast bar, with a wide window wrapping around the back wall, to provide a panoramic vista and bring daylight in. This space can be used for lunch breaks, informal meetings, presentations, or simply an area for employees to collaborate more casually throughout the workday.

Scientists in lab coats and masks focus on research; one uses a microscope, the other examines a test tube in a laboratory setting with blue chemical-filled glassware.

The Power of Simple 

Taking our cue from the client’s desire to remove the noise from genomics, our inspiration for this project was simplification. In interior design terms, this means a focus on creating calm, functional, and uncluttered spaces by prioritising essential elements and reducing clutter. The use of natural materials, clean lines, open floor plans and neutral colour palettes all contribute to the minimalist feel of the space. 

Top notch facilities to support health & wellbeing

Lockers and a storage hall were installed; an external bicycle compound was built, and a dying room was developed for a pre-existing shower room to accommodate employees who wish to cycle to work. 

A focus on comfort and safety

The labs were designed, complete with flexible lab benching installed with plumbing and power. To ensure quality and the health and safety of staff, the mechanical operations were reviewed, resulting in an updating of the HVAC system, and installing new fire alarms.

Bright laboratory room with white workbenches, black framing, overhead shelving, tiled flooring, and fluorescent ceiling lighting.

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Modern kitchen with light gray cabinetry, under-counter oven, and a stainless steel sink. Wooden counter extends with pendant lights above, while glass windows illuminate the space.
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Bright hallway with light wood flooring, white lockers with gray accents on the left, a wooden door at the end, and glass walls on the right. Modern and tidy ambiance
Spacious modern kitchen features white cabinets, a wooden island, and pendant lights, set in a well-lit room with wood flooring and large windows overlooking greenery.
A pump system stands idle in a small, white-walled utility room with open doors, featuring visible pipes and electrical connections. Modern kitchen with light gray cabinetry, under-counter oven, and a stainless steel sink. Wooden counter extends with pendant lights above, while glass windows illuminate the space. A modern, empty room with wooden flooring features a large window with black frames and a white ceiling with recessed lighting, creating a bright, open office space. Bright hallway with light wood flooring, white lockers with gray accents on the left, a wooden door at the end, and glass walls on the right. Modern and tidy ambiance Spacious modern kitchen features white cabinets, a wooden island, and pendant lights, set in a well-lit room with wood flooring and large windows overlooking greenery.

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