Resource Sector Moving: Acer Energy

Investment in the resource sector continues to drive demand for CDB office space. Many resource firms have made significant strategic investments to position themselves ready for growth in the demand for Queensland's natural resources.

One of these resource firms Acer Energy, recently made significant changes to their structure and executive management team. To reflect these changes they relocated from a suburban location to CBD office building. After taking their brief to the market a number of locations met their requirements. However they wanted to be certain about the choice of location and needed detailed information they could use to assist them with space planning and fitout costs. So their leasing agent suggested they contact us to for advice on the feasibility of the relocation.

The project had a very short timeframe as Acer wanted to avoid paying rent at two locations. This meant that the traditional documentation and tendering process was not going to work for them. Our 3-step Design+Construct process allowed them to save time and money by not having to engage an architect for the design and go through the tender process with multiple builders. We were able to quickly give them a 2D design layout with 3D computer generated images, a selection of finishes as well as an accurate project budget for them to assess the feasibility of the project.

Design Brief & Project Overview
Their design brief included using part of the existing fitout to create 8 new offices, 2 spacious open-plan work areas, a kitchenette, library, meeting room, boardroom and new reception with waiting area.  Our design retained elements of the original fitout to save time and cost, but at the same time presenting a whole new image and stylish environment for the company.

"Priority were creative and able to reuse components of the existing fitout when designing the interior to suit our requirements."
Simon Cunningham, Chief Financial Officer – Acer Energy

Finishes

• Stone top reception counter
• Feature floor tiles laid throughout front of house area
• A magnetic wall used to display geological maps
• High gloss durable lightweight acrylic splash back – an alternative to glass

Sustainable Finishes

• Re-used existing carpet and parts of existing fitout
• Boardroom table and credenza made using a reconstructed timber veneer
• Low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) paint
• Plasterboard made from 10% recycled material

Construction
All up the project took 6 weeks to construct - a very fast response for a 380sqm project. Having access to quick and accurate information made the decision making process very easy for Acer.  They were able achieve all objectives of the project - secure a prime CBD location, create a very unique and stylish fitout and avoid paying rent for two locations. They are now strategically positioned and ready to capitalise on their investment and the expected growth in the demand for Queensland resources.

"We were impressed with the professional project management. The entire team at Priority contributed to the project being delivered on time and within budget."
Simon Cunningham, Chief Financial Officer - Acer Energy."