Jeni Wilkie

10 years of Wigan Youth Zone

As Wigan Youth Zone celebrates its 10th birthday, we look at what its incredible work means for the community. At EDB, we recognize that a building holds more significance than a mere physical structure; it embodies the life and vitality of those who pass through it. After a decade, Wigan Youth Zone has evolved beyond […]

Colour for creativity: Colour Psychology in workplace design

A workplace including a desk and coloured branding

Gone are the days of colourless workplaces, rigid, and uniform. Yet, for office designers, there is more methodology behind bringing a splash of colour into a scheme than merely brightening up a space. As employers battle to attract and retain the best talent to drive business in competitive markets, colour can, both consciously and subconsciously, […]

Diverse workspaces to support workforce wellbeing

photograph of open office space with a desk to the right and a pool table to the left

The modern workplace isn’t just a place for employees to work through their to-do lists; it must be a diverse workspace inclusive to everyone’s needs. Recent research found that 81% of UK businesses are looking to increase their focus on the mental health of their employees. As such, the role the workplace plays are hugely […]

Mixology Awards 2022

As supporters of the industry, we also sponsored the 2022 Mixology awards! We were category sponsors for the product of the year: surfaces category, which shortlisted some of the best manufacturers and suppliers across the north. Paul presented the ultimate award to the team at CDUK for their PaperStone® product – a paper composite material […]

Why you need us for expert commercial fit outs

Commercial office design is more important than ever as companies compete to recruit the best candidates and attract lucrative sales from discerning clients. Office design says much about a company’s culture and priorities. If an office looks tired or clinical with little branding or originality, it sends the message that the company makes little effort […]

Biophilia: the latest office design trend

Biophilic office design is a concept that has been growing in popularity for many years. Particularly since the COVID pandemic, the well-being benefits of biophilia have become well documented. As workers are encouraged to come back to the office, there is more desire to work in environments that replicate the comforts of home, including a […]

Your business’ interior matters – Here’s how we can help

Your business’ interior says much about your company. An interior fit out is the chance to improve the look, the layout, ergonomics, and productivity of a co-working space. Whether it’s the number of staff, the location, the sector or the size of the building, interior fit outs will always be different. At EDB, we’ve worked with a […]

Wigan Youth Zone

We’re all about giving back and engaging with our community here at EDB. We’re proud patrons of Wigan Youth Zone, a fantastic organisation providing the young people of Wigan with new opportunities and experiences. The purpose-built facility in Wigan town centre includes football pitches, a climbing wall and dedicated music and art rooms. The work […]