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Bar Refurbishment & Fit-Out Management: Case Study
A two-year-old specification, multiple unavailable items and several design-level updates could easily have derailed progress. Instead, the team delivered a smooth, well-managed project, demonstrating the value of open communication and strong industry relationships.

Darren Hewitt
Nov 26, 20252 min read


GDK: German Doner Kebab – Successful Project Management Case Study – Peterborough & Cambridge
Iconic Project Management provided full project management services for the delivery of two new German Doner Kebab (GDK) restaurants in Peterborough and Cambridge.
Our role encompassed oversight of the design, statutory compliance, and construction phases, ensuring alignment with both landlord and GDK brand standards.

Rachel Hounsell-Roberts
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Project Management for restaurant fit-out
Restaurant construction projects usually involve the fit-out or refurbishment of a space within an existing or new development. These projects offer a distinct set of challenges that range from specific planning requirements to tight timeframes. Commercial considerations for restaurant fit out projects Restaurant projects need to demonstrate the brand’s identity, whilst also creating a functional and operational space that allows the restaurant to work smoothly. Creating a sp

Oscar Hewitt
May 23, 20245 min read


Project management for pub and bar fit out projects
Pubs and bars have been an integral part of the UK's heritage and culture for over 2000 years. They are woven into the fabric of our communities, acting as meeting points for friends, venues for celebrations, and sometimes even historical landmarks. Not only do they serve as social hubs for communities, but they also play a significant role in boosting the local economy by generating employment opportunities. Project management for pubs requires careful and deliberate plannin

Rachel Hounsell-Roberts
Apr 25, 20243 min read


Understanding the Average Cost to Fit Out a Restaurant
Opening a restaurant is a thrilling venture, but it comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to the financial aspect of transforming an empty space into a culinary haven. In this article, we’ll help you to understand all the factors that influence the cost of fitting out a restaurant. Understanding the Variables The cost to fit out a restaurant can vary significantly based on several factors. Location, size, concept, and the level of customisation all pl

Darren Hewitt
Dec 4, 20233 min read


Restaurant fit out case study: Poke House, Covent Garden
The UK's seventh Poke House restaurant opens in Covent Garden after a successful fit out. Unique buildings make unique challenges You might think that, having completed seven projects in a restaurant fit out programme, each one would be plain sailing for both clients and contractors. However, each project always throws up its own challenges so it’s best to never be complacent. We at Iconic Project Management love working with Poke House on their UK roll out programme. Not onl

Lizzie Hewitt
Jan 5, 20233 min read


We’re helping Yolk to fit out a better kind of takeaway restaurant
Yolk are on a mission to improve London’s grab-&-go food, serving speciality coffee, next-level sandwiches, perfectly-poached egg pots and more. Iconic Project Management are delighted to have been appointed to finish the fit out of their new restaurant at Canary Wharf. Fitting out fine fast food restaurants across London. With their first site opening in 2018, Yolk already have three takeaway restaurants across London. They work with the best local suppliers and obsess over

Lizzie Hewitt
Mar 17, 20222 min read


Battersea Power Station: Poke House among restaurants announced for landmark building redevelopment
We’re looking forward to helping Poke House build their restaurant in the newly redeveloped Battersea Power Station

Lizzie Hewitt
Feb 28, 20222 min read


Construction project update: helping Poke House build fifty new restaurants across the UK
You might remember us telling you recently that we have been appointed by Poke House to deliver their UK construction programme. Here is a more in-depth look at exactly how we are helping them to realise their ambition and establish their vibrant restaurant brand across the country. One of the fastest growing restaurant brands. Poke House is an Italian poke chain who have enjoyed incredible success across Europe. Since their beginnings in Milan in November 2018 they have open

Lizzie Hewitt
Feb 18, 20223 min read


Iconic Project Management appointed by Poke House to build 50 new restaurants
Iconic Project Management are proud to announce that we are appointed construction project managers for Poke House who are looking to...

Lizzie Hewitt
Nov 15, 20212 min read


Tim Hortons UK expansion programme: 15 construction projects delivered during the pandemic.
Here’s how Iconic Project Management helped Tim Hortons UK to deliver 15 new drive-thru restaurants.

Lizzie Hewitt
Sep 27, 20212 min read
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