Shell

Interior view of a light industrial unit at Oak Tree, Kingskerswell, with a blank shell layout, offering flexibility for client-specific adaptations.

Functional and flexible light industrial units

Designed for businesses seeking a customisable blank canvas, our full shell light industrial units offer a versatile space that can be tailored to your specific requirements and preferences. With an open floor plan and basic infrastructure in place, these units provide a blank slate for you to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re a startup looking to create a unique workspace or an established business seeking a customisable solution, our shell units offer the flexibility and freedom to design and customise the space according to your needs. Explore the possibilities and unlock the potential of our shell units at Onyx Business Parks.

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Customisable design

  • Our full shell units provide a blank canvas, allowing you to customise the space according to your unique vision and requirements.
  • With an open floor plan and basic infrastructure in place, you have the freedom to design and configure the space to suit your specific needs, preferences, and branding.
  • Whether you’re looking to create an open-concept office, retail storefront, or specialised facility, our full shell units offer the flexibility to bring your ideas to life and create a space that reflects your identity and meets your objectives.

Versatile applications

  • The versatility of our full shell units makes them suitable for a wide range of applications, including office spaces, retail stores, showrooms, workshops, studios, and more.
  • Whether you’re a small startup or a large corporation, our Full Shell units can be scaled and adapted to accommodate your business growth and evolving needs, providing a flexible solution that grows with you.
  • With the ability to customise layout, amenities, and features, our Full Shell units can be tailored to support various business activities, workflows, and industry-specific requirements, ensuring versatility and adaptability for your business operations.

Cost-effective solution

  • Our shell units offer a cost-effective solution for businesses seeking customisable space without the expense and complexity of building from scratch or extensive renovations.
  • By starting with a shell unit, you can expedite the process of establishing your business presence, reducing time to market and accelerating your path to revenue generation.
  • Investing in a shell light industrial unit provides long-term value and investment potential, allowing you to customise and enhance the space over time to meet changing needs and market trends, while also potentially increasing the property’s resale or rental value.

  • Perfect bike sales environment

    This example floor plan demonstrates a versatile use of a full shell unit for a bike sales business. The spacious ground floor is ideal for displaying a wide range of bicycles, accessories, and gear, while also providing ample space for customer interactions and sales consultations

      A modern office space with a focus on bike sales, featuring sleek workstations, a kitchenette area with green cabinets and a wooden countertop, and a display of bicycles. The space includes Onyx Business Parks branding and ample natural light through large windows.
      Floor plan of the bike sales full shell unit, showing a layout with workstations, a kitchenette, a restroom, a bike display area, and a lounge area with seating. The plan includes labels for various functional spaces and furniture arrangements.
    A modern office space with a focus on bike sales, featuring sleek workstations, a kitchenette area with green cabinets and a wooden countertop, and a display of bicycles. The space includes Onyx Business Parks branding and ample natural light through large windows.
    Floor plan of the bike sales full shell unit, showing a layout with workstations, a kitchenette, a restroom, a bike display area, and a lounge area with seating. The plan includes labels for various functional spaces and furniture arrangements.

  • Dynamic manufacturing and office environment

    This example floor plan showcases an effective use of a full shell unit for combined manufacturing and office purposes. The expansive ground floor is designed for manufacturing activities, with ample space for machinery, production lines, and storage, while the office area is strategically integrated to oversee operations and handle administrative tasks.

      CGI image of the interior of the manufacturing and office full shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The image shows a spacious area with large industrial machines and a modern office space enclosed by glass walls. The office area includes desks with computers and chairs, while the manufacturing area features machinery and workstations. The Onyx Business Parks logo is visible on the wall.
      Floor plan of the manufacturing and office full shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The floor plan details the layout with designated areas for desks, industrial machines, and a small office space. The office space is separated by glass walls, and the manufacturing area includes a long conveyor system and workstations. The layout also shows a restroom and a small kitchenette area.
    CGI image of the interior of the manufacturing and office full shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The image shows a spacious area with large industrial machines and a modern office space enclosed by glass walls. The office area includes desks with computers and chairs, while the manufacturing area features machinery and workstations. The Onyx Business Parks logo is visible on the wall.
    Floor plan of the manufacturing and office full shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The floor plan details the layout with designated areas for desks, industrial machines, and a small office space. The office space is separated by glass walls, and the manufacturing area includes a long conveyor system and workstations. The layout also shows a restroom and a small kitchenette area.

  • Optimise your business operations

    This example floor plan illustrates the potential of a full shell unit configured for office use. The open-plan design allows for customisable workspaces, including individual desks, collaborative areas, meeting rooms, and a welcoming reception.

      Floor plan of an office in a shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The floor plan depicts a layout with multiple desks arranged in rows, separated by small partitions with green plants. There is a designated reception area with a desk and chair, and a meeting area with a round table and chairs. The layout also includes a restroom and a small kitchenette area. The Onyx Business Parks logo is displayed on a table in the meeting area.
    Floor plan of an office in a shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The floor plan depicts a layout with multiple desks arranged in rows, separated by small partitions with green plants. There is a designated reception area with a desk and chair, and a meeting area with a round table and chairs. The layout also includes a restroom and a small kitchenette area. The Onyx Business Parks logo is displayed on a table in the meeting area.

  • Create a multifunctional workspace

    This example floor plan demonstrates the use of a full shell unit for an integrated storage, office, and meeting space. The layout features ample storage areas for inventory and equipment, dedicated office space for administrative work, and professional meeting rooms for client consultations and team collaborations.

      Floor plan of an office, storage, and meeting unit in a shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The floor plan shows a layout with multiple desks arranged in a row near the top, a storage area with shelving units in the centre, and a meeting area with a table and chairs near the bottom. The layout includes a small kitchenette and a restroom on the right side. The Onyx Business Parks logo is displayed on the meeting table.
    Floor plan of an office, storage, and meeting unit in a shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The floor plan shows a layout with multiple desks arranged in a row near the top, a storage area with shelving units in the centre, and a meeting area with a table and chairs near the bottom. The layout includes a small kitchenette and a restroom on the right side. The Onyx Business Parks logo is displayed on the meeting table.

  • Professional training hair salon

    This example floor plan showcases a full shell unit tailored for a training hair salon. The spacious ground floor includes multiple styling stations, washbasins, and a reception area, along with dedicated spaces for training and education. This flexible layout supports both practical training sessions and client services, creating a professional and functional environment for aspiring hairdressers.

      Floor plan of a hair salon training unit in a shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The layout features a reception desk near the entrance, with a waiting area including a sofa, two chairs, and a table bearing the Onyx logo. There are several workstations along the top wall, each equipped with chairs and mirrors for hair styling, along with washing stations. The centre of the floor plan includes additional desks and chairs for training purposes. The right side includes a small kitchenette and a restroom. Various salon equipment and storage units are distributed throughout the space.
    Floor plan of a hair salon training unit in a shell unit at Onyx Business Parks. The layout features a reception desk near the entrance, with a waiting area including a sofa, two chairs, and a table bearing the Onyx logo. There are several workstations along the top wall, each equipped with chairs and mirrors for hair styling, along with washing stations. The centre of the floor plan includes additional desks and chairs for training purposes. The right side includes a small kitchenette and a restroom. Various salon equipment and storage units are distributed throughout the space.

Structural design

  • Construction material: High-grade steel frame with reinforced concrete foundations.
  • Roofing: Standing seam metal roof with integrated insulation for thermal efficiency.
  • Flooring: Heavy-duty concrete slab with epoxy coating for durability and easy maintenance.
  • Walls: Insulated metal panels for superior thermal performance and sound insulation.
  • Designed and constructed in compliance with local building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards.
  • Energy-efficient design and construction practices to minimise environmental impact and reduce operational costs.

Dimensions

  • Floor area: 1000 square feet (approx)
  • Total area: 1000 square feet (standard size) (approx)
  • Ceiling height: 5.6 – 7 meters high front eaves
  • Full height roller door: Full-height roller door for easy access and loading of goods and equipment.
  • Parking: Two parking spaces plus loading bay for convenient vehicle access and manoeuvrability.

Amenities & sustainability

  • Landscaping for biodiversity: Landscaped areas designed to promote biodiversity and enhance the natural environment.
  • Low carbon build strategy: Utilisation of low carbon building materials and construction methods to reduce carbon footprint.
  • Energy efficiency: Targeted Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A or higher through energy-efficient design and technologies.
  • EV charging and solar PV: Electric vehicle charging stations and solar photovoltaic (PV) panels installed to promote sustainable energy use.
  • BREEAM Excellent: Design and construction certified to achieve BREEAM Excellent rating for sustainable building performance.

Other unit configurations

  • Interior view of a light industrial unit with a half mezzanine layout, offering flexibility for client-specific adaptations.

    Half mezzanine

  • Interior view of a fully constructed light industrial unit featuring a spacious mezzanine layout. This blank canvas awaits customisation to cater to a client's specific requirements.

    Full mezzanine

  • Spacious and customisable unit at Oak Tree, Kingskerswell, awaiting the personalisation of the next occupants to suit their requirements.

    Custom

  • Unit case studies - shell configuration

    Check out how some of our clients have transformed their light industrial unit into something truly special.

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