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CONTENTS Your Office in Bermuda 20th Edition 2019/20

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Market Review A look at the opportunities for landlords and tenants

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Publisher Ian Coles

What’s New The latest office products and services

Marketing Director Lissa Fisher

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Hamilton Office Space A look at where the smart money is renting

Writers Don Burgess Jeremy Deacon Peter Backeberg

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Special Feature: Cleaning Why office cleaning is so important

Photography Ann Spurling

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World-Class Workplaces An inside look at the newest commercial interiors

Design Tim Parker Published by Bermuda Media PO Box HM 2032 Hamilton HM HX

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Key Contacts Who to call for help

Tel: (441) 292-7279 Email: hello@bm.bm www.bermudamedia.bm

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COMMERCIAL LEASING AND SALES

Market Review Scott Powell, Commercial Agent, Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty, reviews the opportunities for landlords and tenants Bermuda as well. There remains good value for tenants in these locations. The demand is primarily for fitted-out space or for offices that required minimal alteration to suit tenant needs. The increased land tax burden imposed for the second half year 2018 and first half year 2019 was most often passed along to tenants, though some landlords chose to absorb this cost in anticipation that the 70% rise would only be in effect for one year.

Sales activity in 2018

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018 continued a similar trend to the previous year’s with advantage being taken of softer rental rates, allowing upgrading and expansion at the best prices for tenants in several years. The transactional activity in 2018 in leasing was almost the same is that of 2017; however, there was a drop to near the low end of the historic absorption range (being 75,000 square feet to 125,000 square feet) in 2018. This was due to the fact there was only one large office lease signed last year for 10,000+ square feet. The balance of leases was for about half or less the size of the largest one. While some merger and acquisition activity during the year freed up space in preferred areas of the city, mainly in the western business district, by the end of the year most of the spaces that had become available had been filled. New companies to the island as well as companies looking to expand or upgrade, expressed interest and were keen to find space in this area, noting the concentration of businesses and proximity to the Hamilton Princess Hotel. Central and eastern city locations also attracted more interest during the year, as some non-front-facing offices sought locations in the city. This demand was from both local and new companies to

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Sales figures for commercial office, warehouse, and mixed commercial/ residential use, recorded in 2018, bounced back from the low level of 2017 (about $12M), to about $26.5M. As predicted last year, more properties did close in 2018, and the total volume nearly equaled the level achieved in 2016. The largest sale was for an office building in Hamilton that sold for $6.5M. Owner-occupation was the motivation for this sale. Two more speculative sales occurred at rock-bottom prices. Vendors were strongly motivated to realise whatever asset value the market could provide in the shortest time. There were two sales in the warehouse market in 2018, both properties being sold at or near the asking prices. This highlights

the response of the latent interest of the market to appropriate pricing. As has been maintained for the last several years, when properties are well priced and well located, the interest continues to materialise. It is clear there are those with confidence in the future who are willing to take advantage of today’s lower prices. The number of commercial sales was 18 (11 in 2017) of which 11 (five in 2017) were commercial buildings, five (six in 2017) were classified as commercial/ residential properties, and two were warehouse/industrial properties.

Looking ahead to 2019 There is a positive feeling among legislators that the EU’s substance directive will pressure companies domiciled offshore in no- or low-tax environments to meet these requirements in 2019. It is hoped that the financial advantages of being located offshore will outweigh the cost of brass-plate companies establishing offices and hiring staff. Should this become a reality, Bermuda and other offshore domiciles should see significant benefit to their economies. Not least of those would be an uptick in demand for leasing as well as stimulating redevelopment of properties for both leasing and sale, to meet demand. Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty specialises in landlord representation and has built a longstanding reputation of success through assisting landlords in tenant placement and lease negation. If you wish to find out more please contact our commercial representatives at 292-1793.

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WHAT’S NEW

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Pro-Tone Cleaning Services Ltd has moved. After 30 years of servicing Bermuda’s commercial and residential properties Pro-Tone has moved its head office to a convenient and central location: 20 Dundonald Street across from Gosling’s wine store and next to the BIU gas station. There you will find expansive parking and a state of the art onsite carpet and upholstery cleaning. Stop by or call today to speak with one of its friendly and knowledgeable representatives to discuss how Pro-Tone can help make your life more enjoyable by taking care of all your cleaning needs — both residentially and commercially where details matter.

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building owner, Vallis and Hayward, also continues to maintain its relatively older buildings in first-class condition and to adapt them to the meet the demands of the present day. Vallis and Hayward own and manage three buildings in close proximity to each other: The International Centre, with entrances on Bermudiana Road and Par la Ville Road; the neighbouring Hayward Building (home to Portofino and Mailboxes Unlimited); and The Vallis Building, on the corner of Par La Ville Road and Front Street. With the Hamilton Princess Hotel, the Waterfront Complex, Waterloo House, and other important office buildings all on the west side of Hamilton, this area has grown in importance as a key business district. This,

in turn, has led to a growing number of restaurants, coffee shops, and other amenities opening close by, which is why it has become “the place to be.� Parking and transportation are easy for those who work in one of the Vallis and Hayward buildings. The ferry terminal is just across the street, the bus stops right outside the door, and there is a public car park just a few steps away. Also, Barr’s Bay and Par la Ville parks are right next door, which is ideal for lunch breaks. Vallis and Hayward has spaces available from small 200-square-foot offices up to 8,000 square feet on a single floor. The buildings are well maintained on a daily basis with a full-time facilities manager on duty; plus, there is secure access via security card.

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Why Clean? Experts say that it’s a mistake when building owners or facilities managers consider commercial cleaning as a cost, rather than an investment. found around 500 different species of bacteria. Statistics of this nature are the perfect grounds for sick leave. Offices can be bacterial hotbeds, and regular and thorough cleaning will reduce superficial bacteria and increase the air quality. Not only will you reduce sick days, but employees will be happier and healthier. • Regular cleaning will preserve and protect expensive assets, such as floors and countertops. This is especially true in Bermuda with our salt air. Maintaining the fixtures, fittings and furnishing with a regular maintenance programme will extend the life of these assets and a small investment in regular cleaning will save dollars in the long-term. • Then there’s your company’s public image to consider. They say that you only have one chance to make a first impression, and a sparkling office will say to your clients that you run an efficient operation, and will reflect the professionalism and quality of your business. If the workplace looks shoddy, clients may feel they will be treated the same way. A clean office projects a professional, confident image where clients know they will be very well taken care of. So cleaning could be an excellent marketing tool

— especially if you receive a lot of visitors. • Another benefit to keeping your workplace shining, is the retention of staff. A dirty, cluttered workplace may bring employees down, and create a negative, stressful environment. Employees will appreciate a clean work space, and may even subconsciously be encouraged to be more productive. Sometimes the office environment makes the difference between a staff member being retained or leaving, or indeed attracting new staff. Which is why companies such as PwC have recently invested substantially in creating a desirable new workspace in Washington House on Church Street. • A clean office is also good for mental health. It can help pick up everyone’s mood and benefit psychological well-being. Studies have shown that having a clean space can help people “feel happier, more relaxed and more focused”. • Bathroom and kitchens are breeding grounds for bacteria. You can keep everyone healthy by making sure waste baskets are emptied regularly, surfaces and floors are wiped and everything is kept sparkling clean. That way you’ll keep germs at bay and staff healthy. =SYV 4ǽGI

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and occupants. The objectives of any mould remediation project are to: • Correct the underlying moisture intrusion or high humidity levels and poor ventilation problems. • Effectively and safely remove fungal contaminated material, including the mould contaminants in settled dust. • Control contaminants during remediation by utilising dehumidifiers and negative air machines. While it is best to address the moisture problem first, this may not be possible. In cases where solving the moisture problem must be delayed, it is still prudent to remove the mould. However, the moisture problem must be addressed as soon as possible — otherwise mould growth will likely return. Mould occurs naturally in the environment and they can grow on virtually any organic substance, as

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long as moisture and oxygen are present. Mould growth will often occur when there is excessive moisture accumulation in buildings or on building materials. Moulds reproduce by tiny spores that float throughout the air and begin growing indoors when the spores land on surfaces that are wet. Of all the types of mould, not one of them will grow without water or moisture. It is impossible to eliminate all moulds and mould spores from an indoor environment, any building or structure that is properly built can still have water penetration and resulting mould. Moreover, in areas where relative humidity is high, mould can be present even if there is no other outside water coming in the structure. Nonetheless, mould growth can be controlled indoors by controlling moisture and water accumulation or penetration along with best practices abatement and remediation.

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officer, East End Group Ltd, was chosen, as it was right in the centre of Hamilton. “It is a better location than Victoria Street, close to the bus terminal, and, in particular, is more accessible for seniors. It is also close to the other Internet providers,” adds Mr Sagurs. “We thought the new office was a much better space overall, and it gives us a massive audience for our products.” The new area, the design of which was a collaborative effort guided by Susan Behrens, senior architect with OBM International, has windows on two sides, so it is light and airy with space for three desks to deal with payments and customer queries. Through a door at the back lies a space that will house back office staff. It also has a small meeting space.

“We wanted a retail space as well as some business functionality,” adds Mr. Sagurs. “We have used the theme of connectivity throughout our marketing, and we wanted to continue that theme with the new space as well as continuing with the Bluewave graphics, which I think has been achieved.”

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sland Brasserie, Rosewood Tucker’s Point’s new signature restaurant, has vibrant energy to it,” says Alexander Evangelou, creative director and founder of Alexander Wentworth Interiors. The project started at the end of 2016 and, with the final dressing of spaces with accessories, was completed at the end of May 2018. Mr. Evangelou says the design mandate was “to provide an all-day dining experience in the form a lively brasserie bringing vibrancy and energy to the hotel for all to enjoy and experience. “The Brasserie combines a mixture of fresh neutrals, rich blues, dark timbers, and brass detailing, bringing warmth and comfort to an impressive architectural space,” he continues. “The tones were inspired and developed from colours found on the island.”

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One thing that didn’t change is the historic 80-foot “Pan Am Mural,” which for 45 years adorned the entrance lobby of the Pan American World Airways Sky Club in New York. When the Sky Club closed in 2005, Ed Trippe, one of the developers of Tucker’s Point and the son of Pan Am’s founder, Juan Trippe, bought the mural at auction and installed it in the original hotel restaurant, named The Point. “The space already contained this beautiful hand-painted mural that led to development of key components such as the dining chairs and banquettes,” says Mr. Evangelou. “The oversized feature pendants bring a fresh, elegant, and understated glamour, breaking the rafter ceiling – a very unique aspect and something rarely seen in today’s market.” The creative designer added that the tables and chairs were designed to provide a characteristic brasserie feel and a layer

of freshness through marble fittings to the Bermuda culture and atmosphere. He says the biggest challenge “was creating a wholesome design, which welcomed a brasserie led concept and involved minimal changes to the architectural envelope.” The most satisfying part of the project to Mr. Evangelou was “helping to bring a new identity to the hotel through providing the hotel and guests a space that could be utilised at any time of day for family and friends.”

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he visual appeal of an eye care centre should always be an important consideration, but designers OBMI have taken this a step farther by integrating aspects of the eye itself into the look of SPEXX Limited’s new examination and retail space. When examined under a scope, the most prominent colours of the eye are gold, orange, and red; they are also now the primary inspiration for the colours in the company’s logo and new offices on the ground floor of the International Centre on Bermudiana Road in Hamilton. This creative attention to detail highlights the level of service provided by OBMI, which extended beyond traditional architectural and interior design and into graphic design, brand development, and more. “Our services ranged from initial assistance to the client as she searched 10

for a new location to assisting with the rebranding process by providing design feedback on the selection of the new logo and its colors,” says Vanessa Bean, senior interior designer at OBMI. “In partnership with our summer student, Christian Chin-Gurret, a product design student, we provided insight into various ways to display their retail products and provided graphic design services to create various features found in the space.” The result is an open, welcoming, and modern layout that includes a lab, office, pre-exam area, contact lens centre, storage, and combined retail and waiting area. “As it is both a retail space and waiting area for eye examinations, we were tasked with creating an environment that is simultaneously tranquil and visually stimulating,” says Ms. Bean. “The use of a light, ‘wood-like’ luxury vinyl tile, white =SYV 4ǽGI

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casework, warm greys throughout, and pops of the company’s two primary colors, gold and orange, helped us achieve the desired feel for the space. Clients have shared that the SPEXX interior provides a sense of calm for its users.� Underlying the modern upgrade for the brand is a company with a long history in optometry in Bermuda. The practice was originally founded by Anthony Siese in 1978, and, according to Ms. Bean, built a reputation as a reliable, respected, and well-loved eye care service. In 2012, Wannita Smith purchased the practice and, after five years of ownership, renamed the business SPEXX Limited. This history is now another key aspect

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of the design in the new space. “We were able to capture the history and evolution of the business through graphic design by creating a timeline that can be found in the pre-exam room,� explains Ms. Bean. “Now today’s clients can take a step back in time and appreciate the original exam equipment along with other important milestones.� OBMI’s graphic design service further enhanced the space with large-scale prints showcasing graphically enhanced eye lens that are the main feature in each exam room. Of course, a business that has such a prominent past must also keep an eye on the future, and the layout in the new premises will easily accommodate further expansion, including increasing the number of examination rooms from one to three. Other features include specialised lighting that can be controlled in both the pre-exam area and the examination room so as not affect the surrounding spaces. Consideration was also made for the proximity of the offices to a road busy with both motor and foot traffic. “Natural light is an important feature, with large windows facing the constant movement of cars and people on Bermudiana Road,� says Ms. Bean. “The SPEXX office is energised by this connection between the interior and the exterior spaces.� Ms. Bean also says that, while there were some challenges along the way, as there always are, the contractor, Rick Moniz, provided an excellent service that mitigated any unexpected concerns or

problems. Interestingly, this was both a professional and personal project for Ms. Bean, as it was an opportunity to work and collaborate with people close to her. “The client, Wannita Smith; SPEXX receptionist, Vernette Douglas; millworker Jamal Matthew, of Furniture Craft, are great friends of mine. We actually sing together in Dynamic Praise of St. Philip A.M.E. Church,� she says. “This project presented a unique opportunity to work together and enhance one another professionally. “Wannita is thrilled with the new space and is excited about how both the SPEXX family and their clients can continue to benefit from the company’s long history of dedication to the visual well-being of the Bermuda community.�

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t was while working in London that Natasha Tucker realised the potential for co-working spaces, and now, two years later, she has turned that vision into reality with the creation of The House, Bermuda’s latest shared office area. Situated on the first floor of Wessex House at 45 Reid Street, Hamilton, The House is a conversion of an 1,800-squarefoot area into a complex that includes four private offices, each approximately 110 square feet, a boardroom, and smaller meeting room, two private phone booths, and a communal kitchen area, where people can take meetings and also work if they would prefer something less formal. Access is 24/7, and the rent includes Wi–Fi, printing and scanning, and locker space if needed. It is hoped that an events schedule will be built out this year when users will be invited to interact with each other as well as the team from The House. “We set up the space in October 2018. We have always been involved in real estate as a family business, managing some commercial real estate as part of 12

broader family business, and, from my experience working abroad in London, I had seen both the rise in the popularity of co-working spaces and the innovation taking place behind them from a business and real estate perspective,” says Natasha. “It struck me that there was an opportunity to adapt to the shifting needs of businesses when it came to the office set up here in Bermuda, and we were keen to capitalise on the rising needs of entrepreneurs and small- and mediumsized enterprises (SMEs) to have more flexibility in terms of leases and lower overheads as well.” There is currently a broad range of clients, including charities, entrepreneurs, company directors, and financial services firms as well as employees who are working remotely. “We have a lot of interest from freelancers and smaller businesses hoping to scale in the future on the Island and returning students, so it really is a nice mix of backgrounds and industries,” adds Natasha, who is also the cofounder of =SYV 4ǽGI

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an e-commerce platform called RĂŞve En Vert, the premier online destination for sustainably and ethically made fashion, beauty, and lifestyle products. She adds, “Our vision is to create a brand and not just an office space. It’s about fostering collaboration and an ecosystem in which businesses can work in partnership with one another and feed

off of the work that is happening with other businesses in Bermuda. “We want to build a sense of community and engagement through a work environment and have also started a content component of our website, The House Presents, where we feature the stories of local entrepreneurs and business leaders doing interesting things.�

Other shared office spaces exist in Bermuda, and Natasha says, “I think it’s emerged because businesses are generally operating on leaner budgets than perhaps they were previously, and, of course, businesses based on the Island have downsized. “More positively though, there are also more people who have started their own businesses or are working for themselves on a project by project basis and still desire a sense of camaraderie and community throughout their working day,� she continues. “Co-working helps with all of these aspects because people pay less for space, have greater flexibility in terms of contracts that run monthly rather than annually and also get to go into work and be surrounded by likeminded individuals.� To find out more about The House, email natasha@thehousebermuda.com

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Mr. Slaughter says, “We have seen a move toward a demand for smaller offices, so we decided to undertake these changes. “We also believe that, because of the Economic Substance Act, which was enacted in Bermuda under pressure from the EU Code of Conduct Group, that there may be demand from those companies affected that want to stay in Bermuda and that will need to employ people here to show a larger economic presence.” The conversion took about three months and involved stripping out the old space, =SYV 4ǽGI

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in 2016 and recently relocated to a newly designed office space on Bermudiana Road in Hamilton after an eight-month refit led by design firm Commercial Interiors Group (CIG). “Present throughout the design are bold and deep hues of blue, black, magenta, and aqua,” says Darcy Robertson, design

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WORLD-CLASS WORKPLACES a dynamic, energetic space.” Mr. Robertson says some of the artwork used throughout Neon’s Bermuda headquarters continue the theme. “It had some existing pieces that were framed and spotted around the office. These consist of its logo taken in various colours at iconic sites around London. While another prominent piece is a neon display of colour words.” With future growth in mind, Mr. Robertson says his client requested a space that would allow for expansion in the coming years. The 4,900 square feet of offices consists of a reception area and broker lounge, a boardroom that seats 14, two eight-person conference rooms, two breakout spaces, an eat-in café, with views of Hamilton Harbour, two private offices, and open workstations, which can accommodate both sitting and standing desks as per the preference of the staff member. There was a concerted effort to create an atmosphere that encourages comfortable interactions for staff and clients alike in a relaxed, modern, and professional environment that caters to the company’s core business. “The client required an informal lounge

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windows.” Further adding to the comfort and amenities of the office are a wet bar, client washroom, staff shower, and a wellness room. “The wellness room offers a space for quiet respite if some downtime is needed during a long work day,” says Mr. Robertson.

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“The entire process from start to occupancy for Neon was only eight months, but with the right team in place, this particular challenge was met.� With the client now up and running in its new location, Mr. Robertson can reflect on the project from a professional point of view. “The most interesting part of this particular design was working with the colours. For instance, the play of colours in the furniture mimicked the Neon branding while not being a literal representation. It was a subtle influence on the overall scheme, and yet we were still able to make

bold statements in other areas. “In the reception lounge, we used felt undulating ceiling tiles that are unique and probably a first for the Bermuda market.�

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focused approach to super service.” The brand’s core business is and remains nails, and it has built an enviable reputation for all nail-related services. Its former space, while beautifully appointed, was much smaller, which had an impact on the number of customers it was able to serve. So Polished decided to double the space of the salon to more than 1,500 square feet. “There is a certain elegance in simplicity, a real comfortable kind of minimalism that is neither sterile or pretentious, that we were aiming for, and I think for the most part we have achieved that. The question was how to

push the envelope but in a way that’s both functional and aesthetically compelling.” “It’s about how it makes you feel deep down. Does it feel comfortable? Does it feel almost like home? If it feels like you can spend time here, and it’s time well spent, then we’ve achieved what we wanted to create.” Mr. Wilks says, “It’s more than coming to the nail shop to get your nails done. From the music to the fragrances, to the coffee and beverages, eyebrows and lashes, your hair and makeup, everything should be gorgeous”. “The goal was to have a very seamless, a very beautiful, a very sensual, a social but very intimate sort of environment. I think we have achieved that.”

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lease on the fourth floor was expiring in June 2018, and it didn’t make sense for the company to pay for space it wasn’t going to be using, and the landlord was anxious to get a new tenant in place. PartnerRe wanted a “more timeless feel� to its new space, Mr. Hocking says. “So they didn’t want us to use any dominant colours or any design concepts that are popular today but might not be in the future.� One of the company’s corporate colours is teal, so it was subtly picked up in some of the furniture, carpets, and signage. Other colours used were warm and cool greys as well as whites. Walnut was used as an accent to provide contrast to the colour scheme. This is seen right from the get-go, as the reception desk and lobby ceiling area are accented in walnut with grey quartz. The renovation included all-new furniture, which allowed cTx to purchase items to fit the redesigned space.

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was to keep the noise level down on the fifth floor during construction, as the staff was still conducting business on the floor below. “We had to ensure that we were not disturbing its staff on the floor below. But had to completely gut the space, which is usually a very noisy undertaking.” Mr. Hocking says they also had to ensure the entire area was clean and to protect the interiors of the elevators, which

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philosophy promotes interconnectedness, so the new reception space was created with the concept of ‘relationship building’ as the primary focus. “Informal meetings, brainstorming, and problem-solving often happen here,” Soares continues, “as do celebrations of success.” As the elevator doors open to the space, visitors are greeted with the unexpected: a café with a casual atmosphere, which also functions as the reception area. It has quickly become the favorite place to host clients for coffee or enjoy a glass of

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Email: info@linbergandsimmons.com Web: www.linbergandsimmons.com OBM International Architecture, Interior Design, Master Planning Tel: 278-3550 Email: Bermuda@obmi.com Web: www.obmi.com Ocean Interiors Michael Baker/DeVerio Hassell Tel: 296-2326, 535-1962 Email: oceaninteriors@northrock.bm P&M Electrical Terry Corday Sr., President/Owner Tel: 296-9524 Email: Terry@pandmelectric.com R. Moniz Partitioning & Carpentry Rick Moniz Tel: 297-0735 (office), 335-1658 (cell) Email: rmoniz@transact.bm Web: www.rmonizpartitioningandcarpentry.bm Rowe Spurling Paint Company Karolina DeCosta Tel: 292-7770 Email: row@northrock.bm Web: www.rowespurlingpaint.com Signworx Nelson Pimentel Tel: 296-2375 Email: info@signworxltd.com Web: www.signworxltd.com

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Bermuda Waterworks Karlene Barrow Kelly Tel: 299-7873 Email: karlene@bwl.bm Web: www.bwl.bm Commercial Office Environments (COE) Jeff Seiler, Managing Director Tel: 296-1027 Email: inquiry@coe.bm Web: www.coe.bm Furniture Flair Ltd. Jeff Seiler Tel: 292-7272 Email: info@furnitureflair.bm Web: www.furnitureflair.bm Innovative Office Interiors Mark Andrew Tel: 296-5922, 335-5728 Email: mark@ioi.bm Windward Supplies Ltd. Gemma Hopkins Tel: 236-7457 Email: gemma@windwardsupplies.bm Web: www.windwardsupplies.bm

Souza Carpets and Flooring Jason Souza Tel: 292-3438 Email: sales@souzacarpets.com Web: www.souzacarpets.com

Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty Brian Madeiros, Broker/Owner Tel: 247-1801 Email: bmadeiros@brcl.bm Web: www.bermudarealty.com

Keen Ltd. Tel: 295-4989 Email: info@keen.bm Web: www.keen.bm

Sticks and Stones Mark Henneberger, General Manager Christopher Hardy, Assistant Manager Tel: 292-5099 Email: mhenneberger@sticksandstones.bm, chardy@sticksandstones.bm Web: www.sticksandstones-bda.com

Vallis & Hayward Sarah Vallis Pietila Tel: 292-4566 Email: vhl@logic.bm Web: www.vallisandhayward.bm

Linberg and Simmons Gary Simmons Tel: 295-9160

Surface Trends Eugene Aitken Tel: 295-8005

Kaissa Limited Charles Dunstan Tel: 495-4242 Email: info@kaissa.bm Web: www.kaissa.bm

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Washington Properties Paul Slaughter Tel: 295-4186 Email: info@washprop.com Web: www.washingtonproperties.bm

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RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS & SERVICES AIRCARE AIRCARE provides custom air conditioning solutions to both enhance the comfort of your office and help meet your individual business’s cost, aesthetics and energy efficiency targets. Take, for example, the Daikin VRV air conditioning system for commercial buildings. Exclusively available through AIRCARE, it’s a multi-zone air conditioner which uses innovative technology to enable individual zone control in specific rooms and floors of a building. This high efficiency system allows building owners and facility managers to set a temperature range within which tenants can choose their preferred setting. Trust AIRCARE to deliver significant cost savings, built-in redundancy and minimal installation disruption for your office. At AIRCARE, excellence is everyday. Contact James Leman, Business Development Manager. Tel: 292-7342 Email: jleman@aircare.bm. www.aircare.bm

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 =SYV 4ǽGI

BAC Group of Companies In the commercial world, you need to rely on experts who know how to get the job done right. Catering to projects of any size, the BAC Group is the largest mechanical contractor in Bermuda with over 50 years of experience in air conditioning, plumbing, energy management, indoor air quality, refrigeration, insulation, sound proofing, fire stopping, fire protection and electrical services. The BAC Group designs and installs state-of-the-art plumbing, air-conditioning, solar energy systems with ion lithium battery storage solutions, and electrical generators. The Group has the most experienced service department on the Island, providing round-the-clock service. When you need professionals, enlist the help of BAC’s highly qualified team. Tel: 292-0881. Email: info@bac.bm

BCM McAlpine BCM McAlpine Ltd performs a wide range of construction tasks, including high quality offices, hotels, condominiums and private residences. Its association with Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd, the UK’s most respected building firm, allows it to draw upon a large pool of building professionals. This, combined with its strong Bermudian workforce, enables BCM McAlpine to provide an unrivalled level of service and expertise. 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).

by design by design is recognised for its creation of innovative and quality aesthetics, architectural detailing, and attentive customer service. Its expertise benefits both residential and commercial clients as it conceptualises, designs and sources elements with a difference. It prides itself in taking renovation projects from design concepts through to construction, creating inspiring, unique spaces which work for individuals for how they live and work. Jill Henneberger and Patricia Crouch. Tel: 292-6041. Email: info@bydesign.bm

Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty The professionals at Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty make every effort to simplify the lives of those setting up a new business. The largest real estate company in Bermuda, it offers a full range of services, from residential sales and rentals to development expertise, referrals and commercial tenant placement. “Our team of commercial property specialists is dedicated to finding a quick resolution to our clients’ leasing requirements and recognises the importance of accurate information in the early planning stages, when considering Bermuda as a location for a new business or the expansion of a global business,” says Brian Madeiros, President. Tel: 292-1793. www.bermudarealty.com 27

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS & SERVICES 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

ŅĵĵåųÎĜ°ĬƉjþÎåƉ Environments (COE) Commercial Office Environments was founded in 2001 and is known island wide for supplying a wide range of commercial flooring products & office furniture. COE’s reputation is rooted in providing solution-based results; they take pride in catering to its client’s needs. Whatever design or price you are trying to achieve for your office fit-out, COE has the solution. Tel: 296-1027. Email: inquiry@coe.bm www.coe.bm

Furniture Flair Furniture Flair is entering its fourth decade of providing quality flooring, furniture and window treatment products to Bermuda’s commercial and residential markets and the only company in Bermuda that offers one stop shopping for these products. Furniture Flair also is home to Bermuda’s only Hunter Douglas Premier Showcase Gallery, displaying the most comprehensive range of Hunter Douglas custom window fashions. All this is backed by trained product consultants and certified installation teams with 28

a key focus on providing superior customer service to clients. Tel: 292-7272. Email: info@furnitureflair.bm. www.furnitureflair.bm

Innovative Surfaces Ltd This is a seventeen-year-old company backed by more than 34 years of combined experience in all solid surface applications, both residential and commercial. Owner Albert Wilson says “we can supply, fabricate and install all kinds of solid surface applications. We also specialise in repairs to counters and refinishing existing solid surface counters. We pride ourselves in giving quality service. We are proud to have been involved with the recently completed PartnerRe office renovations. All consulting and estimates are free. Tel: 704-7968. Email: albertwilson68@gmail.com

Keen Ltd. Electrical: commercial, industrial and residential services for all your electrical requirements. It also supplies quality lighting and lighting products. High Lift: whether you are a contractor, property manager or homeowner, Keen has the lift equipment to get your job done. Sheet Metal: produces a wide variety of custom metal products; welding, bending, shearing, plasma cutting, rolling, forming, coil line production and spiral duct fabrication. Keen’s management and staff combine a wealth of knowledge and experience to provide you with efficient and professional attention to your requirements. Tel: 295-4989. Email: info@keen.bm

Ocean Interiors Ocean Interiors was formed in June 2012 by Michael Baker and Deverio Hassell. It specialises in

high-end interior fit outs, skilled carpentry and construction. It also installs millwork, drywall and fit-out custom carpentry in homes, offices, hotels and other commercial properties. Along with its core services, Ocean Interiors offers project management to assist with the successful planning and completion of projects with minimal interruption. Ocean Interiors has successfully completed projects such as Fairmont Southampton Princess, The Hamilton Princess Hotel, Markel House, XL House, Bermuda Monetary Authority, Public Works Headquarters and Astwood Dickinson. As a premium interior contractor 80% of its clients are international business and its construction division is primarily residential. Ocean Interiors is proud of its reputation within the industry, built upon unmatched customer service, creativity, expertise and exceptional staff. Tel: 296-2326.

P&M Electrical Limited With more than 35 years in the industry, Bermudian-owned P&M Electrical Limited specialises in industrial, commercial and residential electrics, both new and renovations. It also offers design build and engineering services, generator supply and install, UPS supply and install, LED lighting supply and a 24/7 service department. P&M also has experience with LEED buildings and participates in the NTB Certification Programme for Bermudian staff. Terry Corday, President/Owner: terry@pandmelectric.com Lee Correia, Lead Project Manager: lee@pandmelectric.com General inquiries: info@pandmelectric.com

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R. Moniz Partitioning & Carpentry R. Moniz Partitioning & Carpentry has a small motivated and skilled staff of five employees at any given time. Its entire staff is made up of highly qualified and trained Bermudians who have the experience and ability to complete large-scale projects. Its small size and experience enables it to give clients the attention and timely feedback other larger companies can fail to offer. A majority of its work is high-end office fit outs, both as a sub-contractor and general contractor within the commercial office interiors field. Clients range from homeowners, businesses, restaurants, offices to retail shops. Its dedication to customer satisfaction and commitment to providing the highest quality of craftsmanship have been underlying factors leading to its success. Richard Moniz. Tel: 297-0735 (office) 335-1658 (cell) Email: rmoniz@transact.bm. www.rmonizpartitioningandcarpentry.bm

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Sticks and Stones Since 1996, it has built a reputation for providing customers with exactly what they want by supplying competitively priced, high quality kitchen and bath cabinets and countertops. Offering a wide array of custom designs and materials, it guarantees that its products will enhance any room in your house. It uses only the best craftsmen, materials and suppliers, combining superior products with great value. General Manager, Mark Henneberger Email: mhenneberger@ sticksandstones.bm Christopher Hardy, Assistant Manager Email: chardy@sticksandstones.bm Tel: 292-5099. www.sticksandstones-bda.com

Tel: 295-1378.

Vallis and Hayward Limited Vallis and Hayward Limited has been a leading provider of office and retail space for over 60 years. Its buildings, the International Centre, Hayward Building and Vallis Building are conveniently located on Bermudiana and Par-laVille Roads, with the Vallis Building having Front Street frontage. These buildings are close to banks, bus and ferry transportation, as well as short and long term parking. Nearby are restaurants, shops, gyms, doctor and dental offices, many of which are within Vallis and Hayward’s buildings. The fully air-conditioned offices are secured by advanced technology, and maintained by on-site staff. Tel: 292-4566. Email: vhl@logic.bm www.vallisandhayward.bm

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

Washington Properties operates the Washington Mall, a large city centre complex of retail outlets and office space. The offices accommodate local and international businesses while the retail outlets have a variety of products of interest to locals and tourists. 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. Cable TV and highspeed Internet access are also available. Paul Slaughter, Tel: 295-4186. Email: info@washprop.com. www.washingtonproperties.com 29

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