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Commercial Fit-Out & Construction in Cheltenham
Cheltenham is known for Regency architecture, high-value homes and a strong hospitality and events economy. We take on selected residential refurbishments and hospitality and commercial fit-outs.
Craftex is a design and build contractor founded in London in 2016. One team takes your project from survey, design and consents through construction to handover — with around 70% direct labour, ISO and CHAS accreditation, a 4.9★ Google rating and every project to date delivered on budget and ahead of programme.
- 2016 founded in London
- 4.9★ Google rating
- ~70% direct labour
- ISO · CHAS accredited
What we build in Cheltenham
We only offer services in Cheltenham that suit its buildings and market. These are the projects we are asked for most here:
Prime residential refurbishment
Prime residential refurbishments in Cheltenham: whole-house and apartment refurbishments, structural alterations, extensions, M&E renewal, bespoke joinery and high-end finishes, managed discreetly with neighbours in mind.
Restaurant, bar & hotel fit-out
Restaurant, bar, café and hotel fit-outs in Cheltenham: kitchens and extraction, bars, dining rooms, guest rooms, washrooms and back-of-house, planned around licensing, neighbours and your opening date.
High-end interior design
Interior design in Cheltenham by our in-house team: space planning, joinery design, lighting, materials and finishes, carried through to delivery so the finished home matches the drawings.
Commercial fit-out & refurbishment
Commercial fit-outs and refurbishments in Cheltenham for offices, showrooms, studios and mixed-use buildings — from strip-out and structural changes to M&E, finishes and handover, with one team accountable for design and build.
Planning consultancy & permission
Planning consultancy for Cheltenham: pre-application advice, planning and listed building consent applications to Cheltenham Borough Council, and the drawings and reports that go with them.
Planning, consents and site rules in Cheltenham
Local authority: Cheltenham Borough Council. Before any design is fixed we check the planning and ownership position for your address, because in Cheltenham this decides what is possible and how long it takes:
- Much of central Cheltenham is a conservation area with many listed Regency buildings.
- Hospitality and events drive demand for hotel and restaurant refurbishments.
- Nearby Cotswold properties often have strict design controls.
We prepare the drawings and statements, submit the applications and build the approval time into your programme — so construction starts on a date you can rely on.
Craftex projects that show how we work
Planning a project in Cheltenham? Send us the address and a few photos — we will tell you what is realistic, what consents you need and what it is likely to cost.
Talk to our teamWhat our projects actually cost
Most contractors avoid numbers. These are real Craftex projects — total value, size and time on site — so you can benchmark your budget. Your cost will depend on condition, specification, consents and access; we confirm it in a unit-by-unit cost plan.
| Project | Scope | Value | Size | Time on site |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsoken House, Aldgate | Warehouse-to-office conversion, full M&E | £2.2M | 1,550 sq m | 7 months |
| Beaumont House, Kensington | Office refurbishment, open-plan + meeting rooms | £350K | 750 sq m | 3 weeks |
| Drake's, Savile Row | Flagship retail refit, live trading | £410K | 120 sq m | 12 weeks |
| Medusa, Knightsbridge | Turnkey spa & clinic, four floors | £460K | 180 sq m | 17 weeks |
| Banbury Warehouse | Fit-out inside a live warehouse | £380K | 148 sq m | 4 weeks |
How a Cheltenham project runs with Craftex
- Site visit and brief. We survey the building, check services and access, and confirm planning, listing and landlord or estate constraints.
- Feasibility & Costing Study. Design options, consents route, a detailed unit-by-unit cost plan and a realistic programme.
- Design and consents. Our in-house team completes the design and manages applications and licences.
- Construction. One project manager runs every trade, with around 70% direct labour.
- Handover. Snag-free handover, documentation and aftercare.
Questions about building in Cheltenham
Do you work in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds?
Yes. We take on selected residential and hospitality projects; our Banbury projects sit at the edge of the Cotswolds.
Can you refurbish a listed Regency property?
Yes, including listed building consent.
How much does a project in Cheltenham cost?
It depends on scope, condition, specification and access, so we don't publish a price per square foot without seeing the building. As a reference, the table above shows what recent Craftex projects actually cost. Our Feasibility & Costing Study gives you a detailed, unit-by-unit cost plan before you commit.
How long will my Cheltenham project take?
Programme depends on size, consents and whether the building stays occupied. Our projects have ranged from three weeks for a 750 sq m office refurbishment to seven months for a £2.2M conversion. We give a realistic programme with the cost plan, and every project we have delivered so far has finished ahead of programme.
Do you really work in Cheltenham if you are based in London?
Yes, on selected projects. Projects in Cheltenham are run by the same senior team that delivers our London work, with a dedicated site lead and a single point of contact. We typically take on projects from around £100k.
Do you use subcontractors?
Around 70% of our labour is direct, and one Craftex project manager controls every trade. That gives you one accountable team, consistent quality and no gaps between designer and builder.
What is the minimum project size you take on?
We typically take on projects from around £100k, from single floors and units to whole buildings.
How do I start?
Send us the address, a short description and any drawings or photos. We arrange a site visit, then prepare a Feasibility & Costing Study with design options, consents, a cost plan and a programme for your Cheltenham project.
Nearby areas we cover
Start your Cheltenham project
Tell us about the building and what you want to achieve.
Get a free consultation info@craftex.co.ukand we will be in touch to discuss your project