Delivered by multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy Cundall, the new office meets IWBI’s rigorous standards for the design of spaces that enhance human health and wellbeing. To achieve the standard, the project had to consider seven categories including air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort and mind.

Measures implemented to encourage staff health and wellbeing included a framed view of Edinburgh Castle from reception, naturally lit breakout spaces, high-quality filtration systems to improve indoor air quality, and circadian lighting to mimic natural daylight and help improve occupant mood, concentration and productivity.

Designed, built, and delivered in collaboration with Form Design Consultants, CBRE UK, AECOM and Overbury, Pinsent Masons’ 25,000 square foot Edinburgh office sits in Capital Square and houses over 200 staff.

Tony Centola, building services partner at Cundall, said: “We are delighted to have been involved in Pinsent Masons’ new offices in Edinburgh. Achieving the first WELL accredited office fit out in Scotland demonstrates Pinsent Masons’ commitment to their staff’s health and wellbeing by creating an inspiring and welcoming workplace for all.

“Our team faced and overcame many challenges including a base build not specifically designed for WELL, a pandemic, and a key supplier going into administration in the final phases of the project. We are very proud of all we have achieved and look forward to seeing more clients committing to staff wellbeing.”