Before we chalk out the difference between the Cat A and Cat B Fit outs in London, let us at first know what fit outs are. This will help us in drawing the difference between the two.

What Fit Outs Actually Are?

A fit out can be defined as the development of a specific space for aligning its functionalities with the requirements of its users. The objective of the activity is to make sure that the space in question delivers precisely what its occupant(s) or the owner(s) want it to. There are different types or categories of fit outs, and each of them reflects the different stages of the completion of the construction of a building. Of them, Cat A and Cat B are the two most frequently discussed categories of fit outs, though there are two more categories, with distinctive features of their own – Cat A + and Shell & Core.

On this page, however, we discuss the distinction between Cat A and Cat B fit outs for a better understanding of how things work in this niche.

Cat A Fit Outs

Technically speaking, Cat A office fit outs are a basic category of finishing of the interior of a property or space. This type of Fit Out is normally commissioned by the owners of the property or space in question, and it normally includes the installation of the mechanical and electrical services of the building where the space or the property is situated. Cat A fit out project will also include and strictly limited to finished internal walls – both supporting and non supporting, finishing of the reception areas and lounges and lift lobbies. Apart from all these very rudimentary working elements, a Cat A space will be completely vacant. Thus, it becomes easier to sell the space to those who are looking forward to purchasing a vacant space and customising it as per their preferences. With painted and finished perimeter walls, raised finished metal flooring, and grid ceiling with fully fitted and functional lights, Cat A spaces serve as a canvas on which you can create things of your own.

Cat A Fit outs include:

• Lighting
• HVAC
• Toilets
• Raised access floors
• Grid Ceilings
• The basic fire detection and alarm systems

Cat B Fit Outs

On the other hand, Cat B office fit out includes shaping of the interior spaces, which involves everything, right from construction of different rooms and space, to the interior decors, which include choosing the wall mounted arts and other details. It also includes materialisation and implementation of floor plans, choosing and implementation of finishes. Branding is added into space in the form of materials and accessories, giving the space and the property an element of character and an identity of its own. These fit outs include incorporation of things, which make the space fully operational along with providing the opportunity to bring the occupant’s business or company to life. In short, Cat B serves those who would like to have space perfectly tailored to their use and specific requirements.

Cat B Fit outs include:

• Doors and Partitions
• Floor Finishes
• Specialist facilities including lighting
• Teapoints, cafes and kitchen spaces
• Furniture and Fittings
• Branded decors and Materials

So that’s it! Now that you know the difference between the two categories and their respective functionality areas, it will be easier to have discussions with companies that offer Cat A & Cat B office fit outs in London and nearby locations. What better option can you have than A&G Construction London Ltd. To get a free quote or discuss further details with our specialists call us at 02071014572 or 07504664788 between our office hours.