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Retail Fit Out and Shopfitting Flagships, boutiques, showrooms and coffee shops built to the brand's design, open on the launch date, zero snags.

Our track record

100% of projects delivered ahead
of programme and on budget

What our clients get

  • 12 weeksto refit a 120 sq m Savile Row flagship, shopfront to joinery, trading every day
  • 2projects one Savile Row brand has trusted us with: its flagship, then its 500 sq m HQ
  • 0snags on opening day
  • £10Mpublic and employers' liability behind every shopfit, ISO and CHAS

Built for the day the doors open

A retail fit-out is judged in one moment: opening day, with press, stock and staff all booked. We design and build the whole store under one contract, from strip-out to shopfront, joinery and lighting. The landlord's licence and the shopfront consents run alongside the design. Trading stores keep trading. You get the brand as drawn, on the date, with nothing left to snag.

Bright retail floor under exposed timber roof trusses with timber shelving and display plinths

Trusted by leading businesses

  • Trainline
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  • YouTube
  • Medusa
  • Fuse
  • Drakes
  • PTOS
  • Close Connections
  • Marnie
  • Vortex Post
  • Minds Ahead
  • Missy
  • Fora
  • Gama Healthcare
  • Equinix
  • Hubble
  • B-Engineering

Everything a store needs, under one contract

Warm-lit fashion boutique wall with rails, shirts, ties and a timber display table

Flagship and boutique stores

Sales floor, fitting rooms, cash desk and stock room, built to the concept your brand signed off.

Minimal furniture showroom with cane chair, stools and white rug against a concrete wall

Showrooms

Product-led lighting, power at every display and floors that carry cars, stone or furniture.

Paris covered arcade with lit arched shop windows, globe lamps and chequered floor

Shopfronts and signage

Glazing, doors, fascia and illuminated signs, with planning and advertisement consent handled.

Sunlit joinery workshop with benches, timber stock and tool wall in an industrial loft

Bespoke joinery and display

Counters, rails, shelving and cabinets drawn for your stock and made by our own joiners.

Stripped-out ground-floor unit with exposed joists and insulation, steel beam, bare brick wall and bay window

Strip-out, M&E and services

Power, data, lighting, air conditioning, fire alarm and emergency lighting from the first fix up.

Marble-topped cafe counter with glass cake domes and industrial pendant lights, fluted painted front

Coffee shops and concept stores

Counter joinery, water, extract and seating for a café that trades from day one.

How it works

How we run a retail fit-out

01

Brief and survey

Your launch date, trading hours and budget first. Then we survey power, ventilation, drainage, the fire alarm and the shopfront.

02

Design priced live

Layout, joinery, lighting and finishes drawn in-house and costed as they develop, so the concept you approve is the one we build.

03

Consents run for you

We prepare drawings, method statements and insurance details for the licence to alter, and the shopfront and sign applications.

04

Build around trading

Work in zones, noisy tasks before opening, deliveries timed for the street. The floor is handed back clean every morning.

05

Test, certify, open

Fire alarm, emergency lighting and electrics tested. Certificates and the O&M file in your hands before the first customer.

Cover of the free Craftex Guide to Retail Fit Out and Shopfitting

The Craftex Guide to Retail Fit Out

Budget, programme, consents and the questions to ask a shopfitter, in one short checklist.

Our promises

Six promises, written into your contract

  1. One team, drawings to keys

    Design, joinery, shopfront and build on one contract, with one point of contact.

    Drake's, Savile Row: shopfront, lighting, floors and fixtures by one team.

  2. The agreed figure stands

    A fixed sum for a written scope, delay penalties on us, every change priced and agreed in writing first.

    100% of projects on budget.

  3. Your store keeps trading

    Zones, out-of-hours work and the floor handed back clean every morning, so customers never meet a drill.

    Savile Row flagship open throughout a 12-week refit.

  4. Open on the launch date

    Around 60% of the labour is ours, so no week is lost waiting on a trade.

    the same brand's 500 sq m HQ delivered in 8 weeks.

  5. £10M cover on every store

    Public and employers' liability, PI on request; ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001, CHAS, SafeContractor.

    accreditations your landlord and insurer ask for.

  6. Zero snags, every certificate

    We leave when it is right, handing over test certificates and a full health and safety file on day one.

    zero-snag handovers on every project.

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Where retail fit-outs usually go wrong, and what we do instead

AreaThe usual riskWith Craftex
ResponsibilityDesigner, shopfitter and builder, each blaming the others when the counter does not fitOne design-and-build team answers for the whole store, from the first drawing to the keys
The final billThe concept costed after it is drawn, then stripped back to the budgetCosted while it is drawn, by the people who will make it, so nothing is cut later
DisruptionThe store shut for the works, or trading behind dust and noiseWorks zoned and timed around your hours; the shop floor handed back clean each day
The dateWeeks lost to subcontractors while the rent-free period burnsOur own trades on site, with a programme built backwards from the launch date
ComplianceLicence, shopfront consent and certificates left for you to chase after openingWe run the licence to alter, shopfront and sign consents, building control and every test certificate
HandoverOpening day arrives with snag tape still on the joineryNothing left to snag, and the manuals, certificates and health and safety file come to you on day one

Retail fit out cost in London, 2026

Ex VAT and fees, October 2026. Rates per m², with £/sq ft in brackets.

TierWhat it coversRange
Store refreshNew layout, floors, decoration, LED lighting, off-the-shelf fixtures, essential services£750–950/m² (£70–88/sq ft)
Full retail fit-outShell or Cat A to trading: ceilings, full M&E and fire alarm, designed lighting, brand finishes, bespoke counters£1,050–1,400/m² (£98–130/sq ft)
Flagship with bespoke joineryFully bespoke joinery and display, feature lighting, complex ceilings, premium floors, full services£1,500–2,200/m² (£139–204/sq ft)
New shopfront and glazingPriced per frontage after survey: width, glazing spec, conservation-area designPer frontage

Excludes stock, loose furniture, tills and EPOS, landlord's and professional fees, VAT. London labour and listed or conservation-area shopfronts sit at the top of each range. Send us the plan for a fixed figure.

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What will your retail fit-out cost?

Enter the floor area and pick a tier. You get a range straight away, from our 2026 indications.

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Indicative, ex VAT. A shopfront, out-of-hours working and bespoke joinery move the figure; we price a fixed sum after a survey.

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Retail fit out questions

How much does a retail fit-out cost per square foot in London?

Roughly £70 to £130 per sq ft for a standard store and £140 to £200 for a flagship with bespoke joinery, ex VAT. The shopfront, out-of-hours working and the starting condition of the unit move the figure most. Send us the plan and a fixed sum follows the survey.

Does a new shopfront or sign need planning permission?

Usually. Works that change the outside of a building are development, and an illuminated sign of any size can need advertisement consent. Listed buildings also need listed building consent. We check the unit before the design is fixed and prepare the applications.

Can the store keep trading while you refit it?

Yes, where the layout allows. We split the floor into zones, do noisy work before opening and return the shop clean every morning. Deliveries are timed for the street and the neighbours.

What warranties and certificates do we get at handover?

Certificates for the electrical work, fire alarm and emergency lighting, the O&M manuals and the health and safety file on day one. Defects liability runs twelve months as standard and can be extended, with warranties up to ten years available.

Do you fit out showrooms and coffee shops as well as shops?

Yes. Showrooms need product lighting, power at every display and floors for heavy stock; cafés need counter joinery, water and extract. Full restaurant kitchens and bars belong to our hospitality fit-out service.

How long does a shop fit-out take from keys to opening?

Four to six weeks for a refresh, eight to twelve for a full fit-out, longer for a flagship or a store that trades throughout. Our Savile Row flagship took twelve weeks. Allow extra time before site for the licence and any shopfront consent.

What is a licence to alter, and who prepares it?

It is the landlord's written consent to your works, required by almost every retail lease. The landlord wants drawings, method statements, insurance and contractor details. We prepare that package as part of the design stage, so the clock starts early.

Who makes the shopfront, the signage and the display joinery?

We do, as one team. Our own joiners make the counters, rails and cabinets, each drawn for your stock. The shopfront and signs are designed, consented and installed under the same contract, so nothing falls between suppliers.

Do you work in shopping centres and managed estates?

Yes. We work to the centre's fit-out guide: drawing approvals, permitted hours, deliveries, hoardings and the consent-to-trade inspection. Those rules go into the programme before it is priced.

What size of retail project do you take on, and outside London?

Construction from £100,000 to £10M+, from a single boutique to a multi-site roll-out. We are London-based and work across the UK.

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What our clients say

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  • Hired Craftex for our conversion project. We had to convert a 600m2 office into 8 apartments. Guys did an excellent job in terms of program efficiency and quality of the finishes which gave us a big upside to exit the project 2 months faster than other competitors’ timelines.

    Misha Levit

  • Great experience from start to finish. Communication was clear, the workmanship was excellent, and the whole project was managed professionally.

    Rhea Langford

  • I’d like to thank the team at Сraftex for the work they did on our office.
    It was really important for us to get the work done quickly, but without compromising on quality, as we regularly have clients and guests visiting and needed to move into the new office within a month.
    We spent around two weeks discussing and agreeing all the details before the work started. What I really appreciated was that everything we agreed beforehand was actually followed through during the job. The work was also completed on time.
    Thanks to the whole Сraftex team for a great job. I’d definitely use them again if we need any work done in the future.

    IURII PYLYPETS

  • We recently worked with Craftex and honestly couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the team was professional, reliable, and highly skilled. The quality of workmanship exceeded our expectations, and everything was completed on time and to a very high standard.
    Communication throughout the project was excellent, and they always went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied. It’s rare to find a construction company that combines professionalism, attention to detail, and great customer service so well.
    Without a doubt, Craftex is one of the best construction companies we have ever worked with. Highly recommended to anyone looking for quality and trustworthy builders.

    Adam Miah

  • Craftex has completed a range of both small and large-scale projects on our commercial property with exceptional precision and quality. Dmitriy consistently delivers courteous, prompt service and has shown great flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to plans and timelines. I highly recommend Craftex for their professionalism and outstanding workmanship.

    Pascal Hunt

  • Great company to work with as always. Super flexible at dealing with evolving requirements and fast deployment and execution.

    Akshay Khanna

  • Hired Craftex to do the full design and fit out of my gym in Chelsea. Super efficient and fast team. They gave the best price and a proper fast track program. We managed to open in less than 6 weeks with no headaches or surprises during construction. Quality was great, we had zero snags on completion. I’ve worked with a few companies before but these guys really impressed me from project management to how they treat the client. Top GGs.

    Александр Хоменко

  • I worked perfectly with Sviat and Joe, with their architect they came up with a very smart design for our office to fit more desks and optimise the space to its maximum capacity. They also did excellent value engineering on the MEP design proposed by others, allowing us to save around £50K. The quality and speed were outstanding we finished two weeks ahead of schedule. Highly recommend these guys.

    John Smith

  • Happy with the end result. Tight timeline but they pulled it off. The team worked late shifts and even weekends to help us open the doors on schedule. Site was always left tidy at the end of the day and no surprise charges either. Good communication throughout. Would definitely use Craftex again.

    Pawel Kamionka

  • Highly recommended!
    Craftex are the kind of fit-out contractors in London you can truly trust. From the very first meeting, they understood our vision and gave practical ideas to make the most of our space. They turned our old storage area into a clean, efficient, and well-organized warehouse. The team was professional, easy to work with, and clearly took pride in their work.

    Monika Kamionka

  • We brought in Craftex to refurb our London office and honestly, they made the whole thing way easier than we expected. They listened, suggested ideas we wouldn’t have thought of, and explained everything clearly. Not the cheapest quote we got, but the end result shows why, the place looks modern, clean, and our team actually enjoys being here now. Communication was spot-on too. No chasing and confusion, deadlines were hit. If you want people who genuinely care and don’t treat your project like “another job,” I’d recommend them.

    A Google User

  • Sviat and his team at Craftex were brilliant to work with on our office redesign. From the first meeting, they took the time to understand how we actually use the space rather than just pitching generic solutions. They came back with clever, practical ideas to maximise use of the space and get more employees and desks inside . Every step was handled professionally, and the process felt surprisingly smooth for a project of this size. They finished one week ahead of schedule, and the transformation is clear — our office feels brighter, more functional, and much more welcoming. I’d happily recommend Craftex to anyone who wants a reliable design team that also makes the journey enjoyable.

    Cucu Iulian

  • We recently worked with Sviat and the Craftex team on a complete warehouse refurbishment, and the results have been outstanding. From the very beginning, their team was professional, organized, and attentive to every detail. The project was completed on time and within budget, without disrupting our day-to-day operations.

    Simone Racaku

  • My experience with Craftex was excellent from beginning to end. They took the time to really listen to what I wanted and then offered practical suggestions that made the design even better. I always felt like they cared about creating a space that worked for me, not just one that looked nice on paper. The end result is an office that feels stylish, welcoming, and very functional for day-to-day work. The process itself was straightforward, well-managed, and never stressful. I’d definitely recommend Craftex if you’re looking for office design and build services in London — they made the whole journey a positive one.

    Ion Bounegru

  • I’m really pleased with my experience working with Craftex. As a commercial construction firm, they handled everything from start to finish without any unnecessary stress on my side. What impressed me was how they suggested practical ideas that improved the design while also keeping things realistic. The communication was always clear, so I never felt out of the loop. The project ran smoothly, deadlines were met, and the end result is exactly what I was hoping for — a space that feels both functional and modern. It’s not easy finding contractors who are this reliable, but Craftex definitely proved they can be trusted.

    Taron Papoyan

  • I had an amazing experience working with Sviat and the Craftex team on our office fit-out in London. They were always professional, responsive, and quick to offer the best advice whenever decisions needed to be made. I really appreciated how they balanced style with practicality — the office doesn’t just look fantastic, it works perfectly for our team. Everything was done with care and attention to detail, and the project never felt overwhelming because they managed it so well. Communication was clear from start to finish, and I always felt involved in the process. I would happily recommend Craftex to anyone looking for a trustworthy contractor.

    Artur Dvorak

  • Craftex carried out a warehouse fit-out for us, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. The space has been completely transformed into a highly organized and efficient environment that makes our daily operations much smoother.
    The team was professional but also very approachable — I always felt comfortable asking questions or giving feedback. They came up with smart, practical solutions that worked perfectly for our setup, and everything was explained clearly along the way.
    The best part was how they stuck to the agreed timeline, finishing on schedule without cutting corners. It’s rare to get both quality and reliability, but Craftex delivered both.

    Roma Shchukin

  • We’re extremely happy with Sviat and the Craftex team’s work. They suggested clever ideas, managed the project efficiently, and delivered a functional, modern space. The team was easy to communicate with and very professional throughout the process!

    Polina Lysenko

  • I can honestly say our office has been completely transformed thanks to Craftex. From the very first meeting, the team was approachable, professional, and full of creative ideas that really made sense for our business. They didn’t just focus on how the space would look but also how it would work for the team day-to-day. The new layout is efficient, modern, and welcoming, and you can tell they really thought about the details. The whole process was smooth and surprisingly stress-free. They kept me updated at every stage, which gave me confidence. I’m really happy with the results and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

    Mykyta Khadzhynov

  • The results from Craftex’s commercial refurbishment in London are fantastic. The team was friendly, clear in communication, and made sure the project stayed on track. The workspace now feels efficient, welcoming, and modern. Definitely a team you can trust!

    Alaa Betar

  • We hired Craftex for a commercial ground floor fit-out with 2 flats above. There were some minor co-ordination hiccups with third-party suppliers but the team kept it moving. Finish quality was strong. Kitchens and doors look great. I have already asked them for a quote on the next project.

    Ben Edell

  • These guys actually deliver. They handled our first industrial to residential conversion near Tower Bridge, turned an old warehouse into 4 modern flats. They stuck to the plan, kept the site clean and the timing was on point. No hidden extras, no drama, just a professional construction company in London that gets the job done.

    Богдан Главацкий

  • We recently hired Craftex for a commercial office fit-out project in Central London, and overall, we’re really happy with the result. There was a delay on our side with a custom glass partition supplier, but the Craftex team managed the construction schedule very professionally and kept everything on track. Their guys worked clean, respected our workspace and IT setup, and kept the site tidy throughout. If you're looking for a reliable office refurbishment company in London, I’d definitely recommend Craftex. Would use them again without hesitation.

    Ardian Beleshi

  • This was a full high-end renovation of my Victorian rental apartment in Westminster, just off Sloane Square and Belgravia. The scope included full fit-out: electrics, plumbing, a new bespoke kitchen, and a luxury bathroom refurbishment. Craftex took care of everything and made the process easy. They weren’t the cheapest, but you can tell they really know what they’re doing when it comes to prime London property renovations.
    The team was professional, organised, and genuinely seemed to care about getting everything right. I was especially impressed with the quality of the finish – the attention to detail really shows in every corner.
    I’m very happy with the results and would definitely recommend Craftex to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality renovation work in Central London.

    Наталия Цимбалюк

  • I was stressed about timing since we had bookings lined up, but they smashed it. Even worked Saturday to finish the floor. My clients love the look — the beauty salon fit-out turned out exactly how I wanted. Couldn’t have pulled it off without their help. Genuinely appreciate the way they communicated throughout the refurbishment. If you need reliable help with beauty salon design or fit-out, especially in a place like Chelsea — these are the guys.

    Rami Jusupova

  • We used Craftex for a shop-to-flat conversion in Chelsea — turning an old retail space into two rental units. Access wasn’t the easiest, but the guys handled it well, no drama. Quote was clear, no hidden extras, and they actually stuck to it, which is rare. Finish came out solid, exactly what we needed for rentals. Joe (PM) kept things ticking and communication was always on point. All in all, smooth job — would use them again for sure.👍

    Apartify Estates

  • Fuse Energy hired Craftex on the fit-out and installation of our engineering and research centre, which included electrical, heating, lighting, plumbing, and ventilation upgrades. They delivered everything to a high standard and were proactive throughout — even working weekends to help speed up the programme, despite not being contracted to. They managed last-minute changes very well, communication was clear and consistent, and the team was professional from start to finish. We’d happily recommend Craftex to anyone needing a reliable construction partner.

    Hainro Eybers

  • Holistic therapy space fit-out
    Super impressed. I had a very specific vision for the studio. calm tones, soft lighting, hidden storage etc. the craftex team just got it. build was done quicker than I expected and the guys were polite, tidy and actually listened. we had 2 snags on day one but they fixed it before the week was out. worth it for the peace of mind.

    Dariia Shvyryda

  • Made a full refurbishment and redesign of our Central London office. Fantastic work, quality service and reliable people. Can recommend it to everybody

    Nikita Nigai

  • Amazing experience with these guys. I trusted them my apartment in London and Business. They are always accurate, very professional, responsive and neat. They would always advice me right things for my best interest. I had luxury experience with them and I would definitely recommend Craftex to everyone.

    Motush Motushev

  • Could not be HAPPIER with Sviat and the Craftex team, they certainly showed me that they’re the number one office design company in London that we’ve had the pleasure of working with. They gave us a unique design just like we wanted, and we loved the first initial draft of the concept. Also have to give them props for Construction, I gave them a tight timeline as we needed to move our team in ASAP, so they pulled double shifts and I didn’t see a drop in quality. Will be to talking to the team when we move up to our next bigger office. Highly recommended A+++

    Mikhail Burdoev

  • Very professional company. Craftex did brilliant minimalistic design and completely refurbished my apartment to the highest quality.

    Vlad

  • I and my husband are very satisfied with Craftex's service and customer support. We bought a house in Hampstead and wanted to redesign and renovate it. On our initial free consultation with Sviat, we found out that we actually can do loft conversion and rear extension and add value to the property straight away.
    We worked with the Craftex design team to bring our vision to life and deliver planning approvals. At that time guys started stripping out to save time on the construction programme as we wanted to move in ASAP.
    We worked with very experienced project director Konstantin who was responsible for all aspects of project delivery from design to construction with a very good eye on details and customer care.
    We saved a lot of money by having professional advice from the start. Project management and quality at Craftex are at the highest level. Many thanks to Craftex Team.

    Lia Lavryk

  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 45001
  • CHAS
  • Constructionline Gold
  • SafeContractor
  • TrustMark
  • FMB
  • NICEIC
  • NAPIT
  • MCS
  • CSCS
  • Considerate Constructors
  • RICS, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
  • RIBA, Royal Institute of British Architects
  • ARB, Architects Registration Board
  • Public & Employers' Liability £10M
  • Professional Indemnity £10M
  • ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certified

Opening or refitting a store in London?

Send us the drawings, your trading hours and the launch date. We come back with a programme and a fixed figure.

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info@craftex.co.uk

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