Gilbert-Ash has completed its new £5million headquarters in Boucher Place, Belfast.

The investment in the new state of the art building marks a significant milestone for the multi award-winning company.

To mark the occasion initially, the entire Gilbert-Ash team across the UK and Europe was part of a unique virtual celebration this morning which saw Managing Director Ray Hutchinson thank staff for hard work and resilience so far this year, he commented: "Over the past few months, everyone who works for Gilbert-Ash has been genuinely amazing. Although it hasn't been business as usual, it has been business as one and distance, it turns out, doesn’t distance us as a team. And for those returning to our sites across the UK and Europe this last number of weeks, we’re already working as one – collaborating with clients, partners and each other to help our clients on projects many of which are fundamental to our nation’s recovery and future prosperity."

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He added: "I am incredibly proud of the Gilbert-Ash team - this worst of times has brought out the best in us and we have lots to look forward to – not least moving into our brand new offices when it is safe to do so."

Gilbert-Ash's new headquarters on Boucher Place, can accommodate up to 100 staff. A magnificent main atrium has a full height exposed concrete wall that serves as a striking backdrop to a modern cantilevering staircase. The project was led from the outset by Gilbert-Ash Technical Director, Finbarr McMeel and was designed to be open and light, providing a welcoming and impressive first impression for visitors. The exterior of the building, constructed by a wide range of members from the Gilbert-Ash team, uses coloured glass and modern fibre cement boards to create a modern outline.

Staff health and well-being has been to the fore of Gilbert-Ash’s thoughts in developing the new headquarters, with a focus on promoting an active environment. This includes both fixed and standing workstations, break out glazed 'pods' and access to a fully equipped gym area.