Your Office 2021/22 by Ian Coles

22nd Annual Edition 2021/22

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CREATIVE SPACES Inspiring ideas from inside top offices

SPECIAL FEATURE: Covid-19 commercial cleaning

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CONTENTS Key Contacts

26Who to call for help 27

Your Office and Commercial Space 22nd Edition 2021/22

Recommended Products and Services

Publisher Ian Coles

Recommended suppliers of goods and services

Marketing Director Lissa Fisher Writers Don Burgess Jeremy Deacon Annabel Cooper Tim Smith Photography Ann Spurling Design Tim Parker Published by Bermuda Media PO Box HM 2032 Hamilton HM HX Tel: (441) 292-7279Email: hello@bm.bm www.bermudamedia.bm

What’s New

2The latest office products and services Special Feature: Cleaning

6Why office cleaning is so important Superior Interiors

9An inside look at the newest commercial interiors

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WHAT’S NEW

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Vacuum Retail Store

Bermuda Janitorial Supplies is Bermuda’s one-stop-shop for all commercial and residential cleaning supplies, products and equipment. Its ‘Vacuum World’ department stocks a complete line of commercial vacuums, together with full inventory of vacuum parts in-house, and with an onsite maintenance department. It also stocks a complete line of microfiber cleaning cloths, environmentally friendly janitorial products and cleaning equipment. Visit the retail store at, 21 Serpentine Road, where you’ll find plenty of parking onsite. It is open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Tel: 295-9795. 2

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WHAT’S NEW

Hybrid Workplace Indoor Air The pandemic has created a new hybrid workplace with remote workers and onsite workers needing to communicate with each other safely and seamlessly. PSI enables organisations to thrive in this new reality by implementing room automation, collaboration, and video conferencing technologies from Crestron. Contact PSI at info@ precisesystems.bm or call 232-7745.

Quality

AIRCARE now offers a range of proven, effective air purification products and services to reduce the pollutants in your building’s air. Its products and services use UV light and photohydraionisation to actively seek and destroy harmful pathogens. The REME HALO® in-duct air purifier is installed directly into your existing HVAC ducts and produces hydro-peroxide plasma that is distributed throughout the space to actively purify pollutants at their source, both in the air and on surfaces. RGF mini-split HVAC, magnetic mount package HVAC, and commercial PHI HVAC air purification systems are also available. www.aircare. bm. Tel: 292-7342.

Countertop Ice, Still & Sparkling Water Dispensers Promoting a healthy lifestyle should be the responsibility of all companies, and most successful organisations realise that providing amenities for a healthy lifestyle benefits both the staff and the company. Establishing a beverage service with ice, chilled still and sparkling water encourages hydration which not only increases energy and brain function, but also improves performance levels and moods. These features also provide an upscale vibe to any office while aligning with corporate sustainability goals by making responsible use of natural resources. Many options and systems are available and Joshua Bate Trading Bermuda Ltd recommends products by Elkay, Manitowoc and Follett for commercial use. Visit the manufacturer websites to review their products then email josh@joshbate.com with the model numbers of the ones you’re interested in to receive a quotation which will include all landed costs and estimated lead times. Tel: 236-7880. www.bate.bm =SYV 4ǽGI

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SPECIAL FEATURE: CLEANING

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usinesses hire janitorial cleaning services for various reasons. Maybe it’s the lack of time, limited resources, or the inability to ensure the job gets done. Regardless of the reason, outsourcing cleaning services has become an excellent investment for many businesses. If you are thinking of hiring a janitorial cleaning service, here are some of the benefits you will want to consider:

Reduced Employee Absenteeism Poorly cleaned office spaces pose a

potential risk of transmitting germs and diseases everywhere from one person to another. It increases employee absenteeism. Hiring a janitorial company will ensure thorough and routine cleaning and disinfecting in your office.

toward a more environmentally friendly arrangement. A professional janitorial cleaning service will employ safer “green cleaning” products to prevent toxins from lingering in the air.

Freed-Up Productive Work Time If office cleaning is assigned to employees, the time consumed in doing so can take away many productive hours from their work schedules. Contracting out janitorial work provides you and your team peace of mind.

Green Cleaning Approach Several businesses are nowadays inclined

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hether for commercial space or home, Bermuda Cleaning Ltd (BCL), voted Bermuda Best Cleaning Company 2019, is your one-stop call for environmentally friendly cleaning and janitorial supplies.

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Five easy steps to clean green

Declutter. Take a look around to see what bits and bobs you think are obsolete, reusable or able to pass along to a friend. Plastic containers, bottles, clothes, equipment, and other knickknacks can always be helpful to others.

The Basics. Environmentally friendly products, microfiber cloths, mops, dusters, and Hepa-filtered vacuums are all basic tools to help kick-start your green cleaning movement. Remember, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with buying commercial green equipment or products. These are our personal preferences because there’s no mixing or measuring, and they do a great job with less “elbow grease.” However, there are also multiple household remedies that work safely.

Green Cleaning Products Lemon juice: disinfects and easily degreases White vinegar: loosens dirt and disinfects

Castile soap: foaming all-purpose cleaner Olive oil: great for polishing wood and ridding surface dirt Baking soda: effective scrubber reacts with vinegar and lemon Washing soda: effective stain remover and the perfect laundry supplement

Bottle Bank. Reuse your plastic bottles whenever possible. This isn’t just for cleaning; reuse all those take-out containers and plastic shopping bags.

Call the professionals. Bermuda Cleaning Ltd specialises in all levels of commercial and residential cleaning. It has a wide range of expertise and thrives on building its environmentally friendly ethos. Its trained team can answer questions or meet for a free site visit and consultation. And its retail store, Bermuda Janitorial Supplies Ltd, stocks a wide variety of green cleaning products, equipment, and supplies. Tel: 295-1378; www.bermudacleaning. bm; 21 Serpentine Road, Pembroke. 5

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Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Facility Recommended best practices and safe daily habits to reduce your risk of exposure to COVID-19

eopening Bermuda requires all of us to move forward together by practicing social distancing and other daily habits including cleaning and disinfecting workplaces. Here’s a framework to follow for cleaning and disinfecting your facility. Normal routine cleaning with soap and water will decrease how much of the virus is on surfaces and objects, which reduces the risk of exposure. Disinfection using EPA-approved disinfectants against COVID-19 can also help reduce the risk. Frequent disinfection of surfaces and objects touched by multiple people is important. When EPA-approved disinfectants are not available, alternative disinfectants can be used (for example, 1/3 cup of bleach added to 1 gallon of water, or 70% alcohol solutions). Do not mix bleach or other cleaning and disinfection products

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DEVELOP YOUR PLAN Evaluate your workplace to determine what kinds of surfaces and materials make up that area. Most surfaces and objects will just need normal routine cleaning. Frequently touched surfaces and objects

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Lofty ideal Argus creates a striking new space for collaboration and creativity

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Commercial Interiors Group. Argus started the project in 2018, when it recognised that a shift away from traditional working practices was under way. Peter Dunkerley, Argus Group Holdings Limited’s Chief Financial Officer, says the pandemic – and the move to remote working – has only reinforced the need for change.

“The way our team operates and interacts has been changing for several years now – even before Covid-19,” Dunkerley says. “We recognised that we needed a physical space that encouraged these contemporary ways of working.” Dunkerley expects traditional, officebased activities will increasingly take place at home or on the move, as the 9

SUPERIOR INTERIORS office evolves into a space used more for collaboration and creativity. “We’re a progressive employer who believes a stimulating environment can help our team be the best they can be,” Dunkerley adds. “A static desk or office is no longer enough, as individual roles are becoming more diverse. We needed to create more options so each team member could fit their work environment to the task at hand.” The Loft provides a stimulating environment for team meetings. Argus can also use the space for functions, such as wellness seminars, conferences for their clients, or to rent out for suitable events. Darcy Robertson, Design Director at Commercial Interiors Group, says the Argus team’s modern way of working together drove design considerations. “We looked at what was working in the building, and what wasn’t working,” Robertson says. “Technology and business practices have changed since the space was designed many years ago. “Although many staff work from home, they still need a suitable space to come back together every now and then. Or if a staff member doesn’t require a full-time office space, this can provide a comfortable area where they can come and work, and have meetings with colleagues.” Robertson was assisted on the project by Commercial Interior Group’s Melinda DeCosta, who worked on a day-today basis with Keicia Place, Property

Manager for Argus, who was aided by Sharon Ball, Argus Property Coordinator. Place says: “By re-engineering this space Argus has created a highly networked, shared, multi-purpose space that redefines

boundaries and improves collaboration between teams”. Open plan doesn’t mean privacy has been lost at The Loft. The ‘Hushmeet’ booth is totally soundproof, and perfect

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SUPERIOR INTERIORS for phone calls, Zoom conferences and other online meetings. The spacing capacity allows for two people in the booth. However, under the current Covid-19 restrictions, only single use is allowed. The booths also have fully automatic ventilation and LED lighting, plus they are movable, ensuring flexibility for use of the space. Several conversation areas have been created, also with privacy in mind. Robertson explains: “We have high back sofas, so if someone is seated in there, it’s very private. There are also single seating areas, where people can work on their laptop or tablet, or take a quick break, grab a coffee, sit and enjoy the views of City Hall.” There are three meeting rooms — one can accommodate eight people, the other two six people. Plus, a coffee bar with a high table and chairs stimulates casual conversation or can be used for work. The ceiling was opened up to expose the metal decking and beams, and some of the beams have been highlighted with darker paint. It provides added ceiling height and also accentuates the loft look, enhanced by the addition of an exposed brick wall. There is sound masking throughout the space, so despite the hard surfaces, the acoustics are still very good. LED lighting is used throughout, with the addition of specialty lighting such as over the conversation areas and the coffee bar. Phase two of this project was to demolish a 6ft high block wall on the west side of the building that has brought more light into the space. An outdoor covered pergola meeting space is also being created, with tables and lounge chairs, which will be a free-flowing extension of the indoor space. “In the future we plan to be able to offer our people many more collaborative spaces — open, brighter areas, reflecting the Argus philosophy of wellness at work,” Place says. “The Loft is just a taste of what is to come.”

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eturning to the office in the post-lockdown era is not easy for any business, but with its new facilities, Athene Life Re is meeting the challenge head on. Plans to create a modern and more spacious office for the expanding firm on the second floor of Washington Mall were well underway before the COVID-19 pandemic struck early last year. But while 2020 inevitably presented extra hurdles for the team behind the construction project, it also helped them focus on exactly what is needed for office life in the “new normal”. Extra cleanliness and space for physical distancing were built into the development, to complement state-ofthe-art new amenities such as adjustable desks, Hush telephone booths and meeting rooms with Microsoft Teams connectivity. It means staff accustomed to home comforts during months of remote working can return to the natural camaraderie of office life knowing the space was designed with their health and safety in mind. “Athene believes in the power of collaboration,” says Natasha Scotland Courcy, Co-chief Operating Officer, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary at Athene. “When developing the new office space, it was important that our employees have more spaces to meet and work in partnership. We are excited about the new space, its added amenities and the opportunities to continue growing our team and business.” Previously operating in 11,000 square feet of space in Chesney House on Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke, Athene’s workers were sometimes sharing offices, while meeting rooms had to be sacrificed to make way for desks. “They had run out of space,” says Darcy Robertson, Design Director of Commercial Interiors Group (CIG),

who worked on the project. Athene, which employed 60 people before it started to expand, will be able to increase its capacity to more than 125 after the upgrade to 18,000 square feet in Washington Mall. Brightly coloured walls and modern lighting are key characteristics of the open plan set-up. Robertson says, “As we got into the design, COVID was starting to raise its head, so that came into our thinking. We all know about social distancing at the workplace, but we didn’t want to put everyone into a Dilbert office. People can stay six feet apart from their colleagues at their desks, and there is more space in the aisles.” “Our new space offers some major well-being enhancements like standing desks, a fitness room, a modernised cafeteria and even a pool table for

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employees to take a muchdeserved break,” says Scotland Courcy. “As a company, we are committed to our employees’ overall well-being.” A large café in the centre of the office acts as a collaboration area. It contains a kitchen with two fridges and an island and boasts a pool table that doubles as a ping pong table. There is also a fitness room, showers, meditation and medical room

and private lactation room. Robertson says, “A break for ten minutes can go a long way in relieving some stress.” Cubicles are larger than at the previous location, with increased storage space. Desks have adjustable heights so that workers can avoid straining their backs by sitting at their computers for hours on end, while new IT equipment has been installed across the facility. Comfortably ventilated Hush phone booths are designed for private calls. Groups of four colleagues can choose from eight spacious meeting rooms. Three meeting rooms are connected by sliding doors, which can be opened to create one vast room for up to 50 people. The board room has its own kitchen area hidden behind a dividing wall so that meetings can take place in a professional area before refreshments can be conveniently served. Months spent working remotely have helped reinforce the importance of collaboration between workers. Staff, who are phasing back to the office, have welcomed their new surroundings in Washington Mall. Athene has gone the extra yard to make its staff feel at home in their new environment.

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Technologically advanced Hamilton Medical Center has the most up-to-date medical technology on the island in a spa-like setting

tepping into the new Hamilton Medical Center feels more like visiting a spa than a trip to the doctor’s office. Because while the HMC-Burnaby Urgent Care and Medical Imaging clinic boasts some of the most brilliant technology in the world, owner, Dr. J.J.Soares insists it was just as important to create a relaxing environment for his patients. People can now avoid waiting lists

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of up to six weeks and walk into the Burnaby Street clinic for state-of-the-art MRI and CAT scans and ultrasounds, as well as regular GP services, urgent care and blood testing. Dr. Soares says it was vital to create the right vibe. “I had in my mind it would feel like a spa experience,” he says, “and Shelley Ray, Senior Interior Designer at L & S Design Ltd., helped us deliver on that.” “We agonised over the details. Buff

colours, open space, minimalist textures. I wanted it to be relaxing, but I didn’t what it to lose its medical or clinical credibility. “I think we achieved that. Several staff now have Zen music playing at their stations, which never happened before. That just shows you how your surroundings can make you feel differently.” The finishing touch to the calming veneer was provided when Dr. Soares stumbled across artwork on Instagram from Saltus Grammar School student Alex Pilgrim, who had captured idyllic scenes from around the island. 15

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“We were looking and looking for watery, calming imagery and then we found these beautiful photographs from Alex,” he says. Three of Alex’s images are displayed on giant panels around the building, including one in the lobby. The relocation to the four-floor 15,000 square feet building has been a five-year journey for Dr. Soares, whose operation was previously squeezed into 2,000 square feet on Victoria Street. “We outgrew the old facility,” Dr. Soares says. “If you ask my wife, I always like a project — and this was a big one. “I thought Bermuda really needed a modern, sophisticated medical center

where one could get everything they need medically under one roof. “One thing Bermuda is missing is convenience and choice. We provide that.” Equipment includes the Hitachi Oasis, which provides the most powerful MRI scan in the world, a GE HD750 CT Scanner which gives “amazing imagery” and a GE CT Senographe Pristina Mammography System. Dr. Soares says, “There is a long waiting list for CAT scans and MRIs. It’s our plan to offer them on a same-day or nextday basis. “Patients want to know what’s wrong with them. Some of them go out of their minds waiting weeks and weeks just to

get an exam. “When we delay diagnosis, we delay treatment. We are not doing as well as we should be for the patient.” The MRI scan is open, which removes any feeling of claustrophobia. It can also accommodate larger patients. Dr. Soares says, “What’s really incredible about it is that the parents of a small child can be right there by their child, holding them still while they are having the exam. Nervous, confused or elderly patients can have a loved one by their side.” The mammography machine gives patients control of the pressure applied to their breasts, while they listen to relaxing music and watch calming images on large TV screens. “To give a patient that degree of control is reassuring and calming, especially if they are anxious about their mammography,” Soares says. While the facility is spacious, the medical equipment is vast in size and every inch of the lower three floors is put to use. The top floor will be rented out to other doctors. Tiled floors and white walls with taupe undertones help create a clean look, while physical distancing and sanitising methods are in place as Covid-19 requirements. =SYV 4ǽGI

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construction was stopped in April when the island went into shelter-in-place. “We were halfway done at that point,” Mr. Thomson says. “We had to finish it off in May and June. We moved in July, at time you still couldn’t go into stores, and we continued to use curbside pickup.” He adds that the overall design concept was first and foremost to create an open plan space. “I don’t like retail stores where there is a big barrier or counter, and you speak to somebody through a little hole,” Mr. Thomson says. “I wanted a design similar to how modern retail looks overseas. Even something like modern office spaces, where the reception is not that distinguishable from where people are working. There may be subtle design elements separating the various areas, but the perception is it’s one big space.”

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And that is evident right from the start. Customers are greeted with an automated 12-foot sliding glass door, which bathes the lobby in light. At 12 feet, it might be the largest sliding glass door in Bermuda. The front reception area is spacious and modern. The gleaming white customer service desk allows for several clients to be served at once. The current location provides 33% more space than previously, from 2,517 square feet to 3,360 square feet. This extra space was put to use by creating a staff kitchen and two offices, just off the customer reception area, with views of the floor space thanks to the open plan. The new location has plenty of storage space to handle the increase in packages being shipped to Bermuda. The area also has custom-made red acoustic baffles hanging from the ceiling to dampen sound as well as adding an artistic touch. The biggest challenge was moving =SYV 4ǽGI

the post office boxes, which included uninstalling the locks, taking off the labels, chopping the boxes out of the concrete walls, installing, labeling, and reinstalling the locks. Another challenge was to level the floor. The landlords, Butterfield, hired Concrete Works to ensure Mailboxes was given a smooth surface on which to build out its floorplan. Mr. Thomson adds that Bermuda Interiors was the project manager, and it was “right on the money” for completing this on budget. The back of the house features vinyl tile from Furniture Flair, which was installed by Eminence. The front of the store uses a Nora rubber floor covering from Stafford Flooring. Mr. Thomson chose LED lighting strips to help brighten the customer service area. The workstations are all new, and they are sit-stands with balance boards, providing extra comfort for the staff.

Mr. Thomson says, “The team’s morale has increased quantifiably, as they are able to enjoy sunlight and their own kitchen – neither of which were available in the old premises. “I’m very, very pleased,” he goes on. “It has improved the business 100%. This is a great company, but it wasn’t in the best location, and we couldn’t offer a great customer experience from that perspective. Coming here, it’s like a breath of fresh air.”

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igicel acquired BTC in 2015 but only recently have the two companies been physically merged into the newly redesigned space on the corner of Cedar Ave and Victoria Street – the site of an old BTC telephone exchange. L&S Design Ltd worked with Digicel to ensure the historical aspects of BTC were maintained while adding Bermuda flourishes to the international Digicel brand. Don Foggo, head of marketing of the Digicel Group, says, “The vision was to maintain its history but also make it a place that people will want to come into work and feel comfortable coming to.” He states that, while there was a financial reason for the move, “It also represents the final merger of two companies.” The BTC payment centre on the ground floor is designed for easy access and includes a wheelchair access ramp and automatic door. Foggo says, “People want to come in, pay their bill and leave. We didn’t want to make it difficult for our customers to pay. They can do it efficiently and quickly and go about their business.” Just past the payment centre is the corporate reception and business solutions

area, which has a formal meeting room and two breakout rooms, so clients don’t have to walk throughout the building to get their business completed. Foggo adds it has a “more polished look” than the retail payment centre to let people know this is for corporate clients, but at the same time it fits cohesively with it. Behind the corporate reception area wall are salespeople, corporate care staff, and ICT engineers, wherein staff can quickly connect with clients who need attention. Gary Mitchell, head of facilities, says, “All the managers and the senior management leadership sit on the floor with the staff. So it’s a matter of just going over to their desk and not having to go knock on the door or make an appointment. It’s such a fast-paced environment. It’s just a matter of the sales guy leaning over to the head of business to say, for example, ‘I need approval on this,’ so the design speeds up the process.” Dawn Dunstan, the interior designer, explains that there is a staff coffee bar on the ground floor for convenience, with the main staff kitchen on the second floor. The staff kitchen has a food prep area, microwaves, fridges and dining. The kitchen cabinets are framed with wood

tones, and a teal tile backsplash adds a splash of color. Large concrete pendant lights hang over the center island. The second-floor office space is entered through an intimate and casual lounge space that offers a breakout area for staff as well as guest seating. The lounge features a metal grill accent in the ceiling, pendant lighting, and comfortable sofas. It is surrounded by meeting and office space, all framed with glass walls and wood barn doors. Dunstan says, “The office was designed with the required amenities such as kitchen, restrooms, copy areas and enclosed spaces in the central core of the building. While the open-plan workstations were purposely located around the perimeter of the space, =SYV 4ǽGI

SUPERIOR INTERIORS taking advantage of large windows and giving staff natural light. There is also an exterior atrium off of the kitchen that allows staff to sit outside and enjoy a bit of Bermuda sunshine while in the heart of the city.” Wood vinyl tile laid in a herringbone pattern defines the traffic areas around the core of the building, while the open work areas have a vibrant grey and teal patterned carpet. Niche work areas were painted in pastel blue and pink, and bright upholstered pieces also add pops of color to the space. Dunstan says, “We wanted the office space to reflect the beautiful pastel Bermuda colors such as teals, pinks, and corals while also featuring the Digicel global brand.” Another fascinating feature wall recognises the people working there with photographs of the staff. The Charlie Marshall Boardroom, still being completed, pays homage to BTC with a collection of old landline and cellular phones in display cases. Foggo says, “The goal was restoration while also building a comfortable environment for our customers and staff alike, I think we were able to accomplish that.”

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eturning to a former Washington Mall space he used to operate from, Antonello Fadda, veteran restauranteur and co-owner of Delicious Ltd., has channelled his love of minimalist Miami style by giving his expanded new deli and buffet a fresh, modern and industrial look. With 14-foot-high open ceilings, 1,300 square feet of space and a simple but striking colour palette, there is a strong east coast city establishment vibe to Delicious. “We opened up the ceiling to create space,” he explains. “If it’s low, it’s not good for food. This is a much better design. It shows the food better and gives you a dimension that makes it seem bigger than it is.” Getting exactly the right size was important for Fadda, who was operating the 8,000 square foot food court prior to opening Delicious: “I didn’t want a big massive place. Here we’re doing good. We’re doing an average of 350 people a day for lunch. It doesn’t feel too crowded because they can queue outside.” On the far side of Delicious is the Mall Studio and Fadda has taken over some of their space. He knocked through the wall to create a buffet area separate from the ‘made to order’ bar. Fadda plans to extend this further and will use the extra space for more vegan and vegetarian options, which are in high demand. The renovation began in August 2020, took 3 months to complete and cost $230,000. They officially opened on 22nd November. “We spent $30,000 on the ceiling alone,” he says. “There were old pipes, a lot of things hanging. We had to reroute all the old air-conditioning. Everything

was rusty. We had to clean out everything; reposition the ACs; put in new lights; fireproof the ceiling.” The ceiling itself and all the pipes and units are painted white to match the walls and have 10 dramatic, cylindrical, black and white lights hanging down, which Fadda found in London. They are three feet in diameter. Black and white is a prominent theme throughout the interior and exterior of Delicious, however, in a nod to Fadda’s Italian heritage, there are significant pops of Ferrari red as well. A panel of red roses beneath the ordering bar greets you as you walk in and beneath two other counters are bright red, wave textured panels, which have been repurposed and resprayed from the food court salad bars. Stainless steel underneath makes the colour stand out. Also refurbished is a large rectangular mirror on the back wall, which enhances the sense of space, and on the far wall, by the buffet, is a mural of busy, happy chefs which had been next to the buffet in the food court. “We brought this one so the customers felt at home,” explains Fadda. The countertops, matching back bar and customer tables are all made from Corian, which he describes as “very durable,” adding that “if it gets scratched, it can be polished. It’s easy to clean.” He bought it from Gorham’s. Staying local, he got the customer stools from Gibbons, which are a break from the black, white and red colour palette. Instead, these are shades of blue, green and mustard suede but the top of the stool has a white, washable, leatherlooking slip cover to both protect the stools, and help them blend in with the rest of the interior.

“I chose all the colours,” says Fadda. “I did the flowers there to give it the Miami, South Beach look, because everytime I go to Miami I love that minimalistic, modern, more airy look. It’s much easier to keep clean, plus people love it.” The most challenging part of the renovation, was the black floor. “I’m a lover of black floors because it shows up all the designer stuff I usually like,” he says, adding that “it gives a high dimension and contrasts with the white.” =SYV 4ǽGI

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He is, however, a self-confessed “very picky person” and it took three attempts to get the floor exactly right. He wanted an industrial look to match the ceiling style so it couldn’t be too shiny and there is a visible paint swish. “It’s made of concrete with an Italian type of texture on top, which doesn’t scratch and cleans really well,” he says. Hygiene is an utmost priority for any eatery and cockroaches are a problem in Bermuda. To combat that, Fadda ensured =SYV 4ǽGI

they simply couldn’t get in by sealing everything with silicone including around the sinks and beneath the counters. “We have left no spaces for them to hide,” he says. Like the inside, the entrance is minimalist with huge, flat, entry ways and a subtle, black and white name sign on the right-hand side. When looking at the empty space, Fadda knew he wanted his restaurant to match the shops he had just walked past. “One is Atelerie and one is

Polished, so I thought ‘let’s do something really modern that pops and goes with the two modern shops next to it.’” And that’s exactly what he did.

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Atlantic Cleaning & Maintenance Ltd. Atlantic Cleaning has chosen to specialise within the cleaning industry, by offering only experiences of exceptional quality. Its objective is to be recognised as the company that provides the finest cleaning services in Bermuda. The company culture is based on a single basic principle, the Golden Rule - to treat others as you wish to be treated yourself. With more than 30 years of experience, it has been the ethic that underlies every interaction with its clients and employees. It is a way of life common to every Atlantic Cleaning employee, and will ensure its success in the future. As a locally owned business, it is committed to hiring and training Bermudians in the janitorial industry. Tel: 236-4051. Email: info@atlanticcleaning.bm. www.atlanticcleaning.bm

BAS Group Bermuda Aviation Services (The BAS Group) is an investment holding company with subsidiaries that offer a range of solutions in Information Technology & Facilities Management services. The companies within the Group bring to the table a wide variety of knowledge, skills and hands-on industry experience in a variety of sectors: BAS Facilities Management Ltd, Otis Elevator Company Bermuda Ltd., Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd. and Weir Enterprises Ltd. www.basg.bm

BCM McAlpine BCM McAlpine is Bermuda’s most well-established construction firm, with its history dating back to 1926. It provides the full service from cost estimation and planning to delivering your project in the field. Its professional staff have great experience in new build and refurbishment work on commercial core and shell and 27

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES fit-out, civil and large scale residential projects. Tel: 279-5900. Email: info@bcmmca.bm

Bermuda Waterworks Bermuda Waterworks is a leading provider of drinking water for the Island. The Utility Division provides pipe borne water from Devonshire through parts of Hamilton and as far west as the intersection of Somerset Road and East Shore Road. The Bottling Division manufactures distilled bottled water in convenient three and five gallon sizes under the Pure Water brand. Drop by and try its new vending machine that dispenses water and ice. Contact Bermuda Waterworks to see how it can meet all of your water needs. Tel: 299-7873. Email: purewater@bwl.bm (bottled water) or water@bwl.bm (utility supply).

Commercial Interiors Group Commercial Interiors Group (CIG) offers a range of interior design services embracing fresh thinking and innovative technologies. From space assessment to design concept, to project management, to art acquisition, it helps you navigate the always demanding build-out process. CIG possesses an international design sensibility combined with a wealth of local experience. Design excellence is not an expensive option, it is fundamental to realising a space within the constraints of budget and schedule. Tel: 296-5884. Email: drobertson@cig.bm. www.cig.bm

DeSilva’s Construction & Landscaping Ltd. We are a small family run business that was established just over 40 years ago. We specialise in residential (new homes and condo developments) and commercial construction for any type of project whether it is a new build 28

or renovation. We also have expert knowledge about pools, driveways and custom carpentry projects. We work closely with sub-contractors to provide the best quality in all trades to the client. Tel: 293-2831.

Ell-Rod Holdings Inc. Ell-Rod Holdings Inc. is a manufacturing company with a well-known reputation within the construction industry for providing quality custom architectural millwork to corporate and retail clients in Canada, the USA and Bermuda. EllRod has worked in the Bermudian construction market for the past 10+ years and has well established relationships with many local contractors and design authorities. With annual sales surpassing $26 million, it currently employs 117 individuals and continues to grow. Tel: 905-683-8444. Email: info@ellrod.ca. www.ellrod.ca

Greymane Builders’ Supply The Greymane Builders’ Supply Store sources specialist tools and materials for private customers and contractors. We are “For Builders, By Builders,” carrying a large range of quality products from the leading industry brands you trust. Personalised service and building great relationships, with both our clients and our premium brands, is the cornerstone of our business. We are the official distributor of: DeWalt, Armstrong Ceiling Solutions, Zipwall, HexArmor, Bon Tool, Level 5, Keen Utility, Metaltech, Acudor, Bosch, Diablo and Frued tools. Tel: 279-0220. Email: rlines@greymane.bm

Joshua Bate Trading Bermuda Ltd, BATE’S & BQS Joshua Bate Trading Bermuda Ltd. has been “Serving & Saving Bermuda since 1992.” Created as

an import company for appliances and building materials, JBTB continues to source and supply most anything required for residential and commercial projects. Its first showroom, BATE’S, opened in Hamilton in 2010 and its current location in Devonshire is Bermuda’s largest appliance retailer, displaying and stocking several exclusive brands in addition to other goods including Sealy Mattresses, Saber & Weber Grills, Honda Generators and more. Bate’s Quality Service, aka BQS, was established in 2014 to provide installation, service and support for most of the products it supplies, and continues to present opportunities for young Bermudians interested in technical career paths. All of the JBTB subsidiaries strive to provide the best customer service available, which begins with friendly staff answering the phones with no automated endless menus — call and see for your yourself. To find out what’s in-stock and learn more about all of the product lines supplied at the most competitive pricing available visit: 7 Marsh Lane, Devonshire. www.bate.bm. Tel: 236-7866. Email: josh@joshbate.com

KJ Installs KJ Installs specialises in electronic security installations such as access control, CCTV, burglar and fire alarm systems. Other services provided are computer and low voltage cabling, TV mounting and installation of Ring doorbell and similar systems. Tel: 336-4507. Email: kjinstalls@yahoo.com. www.instagram.com/kjinstalls/

L&S Design Ltd. L&S Design Ltd. is an interior design firm affiliated with the architectural firm of Linberg & Simmons that specialises in all aspects of interior design, renovation and project management. Its experience and expertise are essential in providing =SYV 4ǽGI

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES clients with a well-planned and beautiful environment. Its professional team has over 30 years of experience and enjoys every aspect of the design process. L&S Design focuses on its client’s requirements and goals and collaborates to creatively achieve them. The team prides itself on building strong client and trade relationships and is privileged to have numerous repeat clients. Tel: 295-9160. Email: info@lsdesignltd.com

Linberg & Simmons Linberg & Simmons, Chartered Architects has been providing architectural and interior design services to the local community for 40 years. It is committed to design excellence and provides clients with rational, cost effective and innovative design solutions. Its team provides expert design services, master planning, landscape design and construction consultation for commercial, residential, institutional and hospitality clients. Tel: 295-9160. Email: slinberg@linbergandsimmons.com or gsimmons@linbergandsimmons.com. www.linbergandsimmons.com

Precise Systems Integration Ltd (PSI) For over 15 years, PSI has customdesigned, installed, and supported best-in-class technology solutions for Bermuda offices and commercial spaces to enhance safety and efficiency. With solutions such as video conferencing, enterprise video & audio distribution, room scheduling, and fire alarm systems, PSI is here to help you take advantage of the powerful benefits of integrating technology into your business and enable you to easily adapt to today’s ever-changing workplace. To find out how technology can elevate your office experience, contact PSI’s Systems Manager, Heath Robinson. Tel: 232-7745. Email: heath@precisesystems.bm. www.precisesystems.bm =SYV 4ǽGI

Pro-tone Cleaning Services Ltd. Pro-tone is a leading provider for all cleaning needs. With over 30 years of experience it has seen it all. Pro-tone’s unmatched customer service, expertise and exceptional staff are ready and waiting to assist with your commercial and residential needs. Whether you require building services management, commercial janitorial services, kitchen/ hotel/school cleaning, pressure washing or assistance with residential cleaning and much more, Pro-tone is your go-to service provider where fast, reliable and professional services are delivered. Tel: 292-1456. Email: info@pro-tone.bm

Stafford Flooring For approximately three decades, Stafford Flooring has been the premier source of flooring and surfaces solutions for commercial, residential, institutional and hospitality clients throughout Bermuda, the Cayman Islands and the Caribbean. Stafford Flooring offers a wide selection of quality product lines that are fresh, current and relevant in today’s everchanging market. We understand the intricacies of how flooring reacts to our islands’ climates and environments and always seek out products that are appropriate, durable and long-lasting. We have the floor to suit your needs whether it’s a sprung timber floor for a sports arena, a non-slip safety flooring for a commercial kitchen, carpet tile for a boardroom, porcelain tile for your bathroom or luxurious waterproof vinyl flooring for your entire home. We provide flooring solutions that are tailor made for your needs and for your life. Tel: 295-9744. Email: Info@staffordflooring.com. www.staffordflooring.com

The Bermuda Cleaning Group The Bermuda Cleaning Group is a dynamic leader of quality residential and commercial cleaning and supply services. The BCL Group is made up of

Bermuda Cleaning Ltd and Bermuda Janitorial Supplies Ltd. When you need prompt, professional service, look no further than The Bermuda Cleaning Group. It is pleased to meet client needs with a diverse range of office and commercial cleaning services, including windows, floors, carpet and upholstery steam cleaning, power washing, floor sealing and waxing. It also offers drop-off service for area rug cleaning. Whatever brings you to the BCL Group, it looks forward to putting its service and expertise to work for you. Tel: 295-1378.

Treecon Since our beginning in 1984, our goal has been to provide an exceptional selection of windows, doors, storm protection and other building products. Whether you are buying windows & doors, or any of our other products for a home or commercial building, our knowledgeable team can help guide you in the right direction. Our expertise and attention to detail can help make your dream a reality. Call or visit our showroom, to request more information. treeconltd@treecon.bm. Tel: 295-4771. www.treecon.bm

Washington Properties Washington Properties operates the Washington Mall, a large city centre complex of retail outlets, restaurants, cafes, and office space. The offices accommodate local and international businesses while the retail outlets have a variety of products of interest to locals and visitors. The complex is well maintained with on-site maintenance staff and a resident security officer. The physical plant is regularly upgraded. The air-conditioning is controlled by a central energy management system, with individual zone controls for tenant schedules and comfort. Cable TV and high-speed Internet access are also available. Contact Paul Slaughter. Tel: 295-4186. Email: info@washprop.com. www.washingtonproperties.bm 29

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