OFFICES FOR EXCELLENCE
Inspiration surrounds workforces in The Shard, from the beauty of the building itself and the views across the world's greatest city to the ultra-modern workspaces and irresistible buzz of the vibrant Shard Quarter area.
Even before its completion, the building had garnered a global following for its daring aesthetic. But the progressive design goes way beyond the glittering exterior. In fact every aspect of the building coincides to make life and work within it the best it can be. Every element of The Shard has been considered and scrutinised – from its silhouette on the skyline, to the position of electrical outlets. Nothing has been assumed, and the result is an inspiring work environment that helps to boost productivity, well-being and creativity.
AS A 21ST-CENTURY BUILDING FOR KNOWLEDGE WORKERS, IT HAS A VERY BROAD APPEAL AND WILL BECOME A MODEL FOR OTHER CITIES.Professor Jeremy Myerson Director, Helen Hamlyn Centre for Design, Royal College of Art
FLEXIBLE FLOOR SPACE
The flexible office space in The Shard offers an environment that collaborates with occupiers, encouraging companies to develop towards the future with a workforce that has all the tools to work better – and this is complemented by the unique floor plates of each level.
These floor plates provide staff with natural light and individual views of the city through floor-to-ceiling glazing, shaded when necessary by blinds that respond automatically to light levels. And companies' departments can have their own octagonal personalised “paddocks” with a layout specific to their needs, as well as individual views of the city. The areas between these paddocks allow for yet more breakout spaces – with sofas, watercoolers, meeting tables – and effectively act as the links between teams.
DEDICATED ENTRANCE LOBBY
The Shard entrance presents a magnificent double-height lobby in steel, glass and marble. The professionally staffed reception area ensures occupiers are able to convey their own standards and values of service from the moment clients, visitors or staff arrive. Located on the concourse level, the lobby provides immediate and convenient access to London Bridge station – one of London’s most significant transport hubs.
Internet Connectivity
WiredScore’s highest-awarded mark proves that The Shard meets exceptional standards for the quality of its wired infrastructure, resilience, and wireless network.
In addition the building offers a choice of 7 unique sources of high-speed wireline fibre connectivity including BT Openreach, Colt, Vodafone, Level 3, Verizon, Virgin and Zayo.
WINTER GARDENS
Each office floor features three Winter Gardens - breakout spaces designed to give tenants increased contact with the world outside. In the glass floor-to-ceiling inner facade, there are windows that can be opened via independent control systems, offering natural ventilation and allowing the sounds of the city to drift in. Project architect William Matthews explains: "We wanted a building that could breathe and offer people a more human link between the inside and outside, as opposed to the classic, hermetically sealed skyscraper." The Shard’s Winter Gardens are some of the best breakout spaces in the capital, with tenants benefiting from unrivalled views of the London cityscape, and the abundance of natural light that floods in from every direction.
