COVID-19 UPDATE
The Colda team are working together with our clients to remain operating in these trying times. We maintain our commitment to delivering a quality service whilst keeping everyone’s health at the forefront of our minds.
We are practicing physical distancing and extra hygiene measures and continue to follow Government advice.
We hope you are managing to stay healthy and well-balanced whether you are working from home, home schooling or impossibly trying to do both! Take care of yourself and each other.
OUR NEW OFFICE FITOUT – COMING SOON
As Colda Constructions approaches our 10-year anniversary we look to mark the occasion with a new office fitout of our own!
We have outgrown the old space and the new design includes a boardroom, open plan workspace, kitchenette and break out area. We are excited about the opportunities the office fitout will bring us.
– A new boardroom will enable us to host clients and hold our team meetings
– The combined open plan workspace will allow enough room for our growing team, assist in collaboration across projects and help to create efficiencies in our work
– The kitchenette together with a breakout area will provide a nice space for our hardworking staff to have some downtime
– The redesign allows for storage of our supplies and vehicles to be separate to our office environment
The old office has been demolished, the new wall sheeting is up and ceiling tiles are coming soon. We are currently finalising material selection, colours and furniture.
At Colda, we thoroughly enjoy doing what we do every day – and it is fun to turn our eye to our own office and experience the benefits of what our work can bring.
We are looking forward to a more modern, functional and collaborative space.
Stay tuned for the next update and pictures of the final product!
Looking to fitout your own office space? We’re experts you can trust. Get in touch today for a free quote.
12RND FITNESS – FIRST IN CANBERRA
The first 12RND Fitness in Canberra has opened in Belconnen, with over 80 locations around Australia Colda was revved up to be part of the fastest growing boxing and strength concept in the world. The 12RND workouts replicate the physical demands of a 12 round championship bout, with 12 x 3-minute rounds and 30 seconds rest between. The workout is done in under 45 minutes optimal for high-intensity training.
The 12RND trainers put us through our paces and we completed the gym fitout in 8 weeks. Colda installed the specialised gym flooring and a synthetic sled track. Another feature of the project was the vinyl custom made lettering for the signage, helping the first 12RND in Canberra stand out.
We project managed the shop fitout from start to finish, from its shell to completion and building approvals. The team are now set for their Grand Opening this Saturday, 15 February 6am-9am. See a 12RND sesh in action (free trial subject to availability), enjoy the sounds of DJ Brittany De Marco and the tastes of the Lazy Grazers brekky grazing table. For more information visit their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/12rndbelconnen/
Find 12RND Fitness Belconnen at 102 Emu Bank Belconnen or belconnen@12round.com
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR
The Colda team would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 2020 is sure to be an exciting one as we celebrate 10 years in business, we have much planned to mark this milestone.
We would like to thank our clients for their continued support, we are committed to each client and every project. And to the fantastic sub contractors who support our team, a big thanks to you.
Enjoy this hot, hectic, fun and short time in the sun!
Colda will close on Friday 20 December and reopen on 5 January 2020.
VIETNAMESE STREET FOOD NOW IN THE CITY
Colda Constructions has completed the second outlet of Ms Ba Co in Garema Place Canberra City. Our clients Richard and Elsa Ho set up the second store after the success of the flagship store at Majura Shopping Centre.
After cleaning out the unused shop space we designed and constructed a vibrant, functional and quality retail fitout. Our clients are busy parents and business owners, we managed the project from start to finish including building approvals. We’ve sampled more than a few of their famous Vietnamese rolls and they’re worth a trip. Check out our shop fitout and enjoy the food in the space next to Oporto off Bunda Street in the City. Visit the Ms Ba Co website for more details here.
WHAT’S THE KEY TO A GREAT COMMERCIAL FITOUT?
Colda Constructions specialises in providing quality commercial fitouts in Canberra and surrounding areas. We asked our Director Adam Giugni for his expert advice on fitouts and what’s key to success of these projects.
So you’re thinking about buying a space to setup your business? Considering leasing a space to establish your office? What’s your first step? Contact an architect or interior designer, get in touch with a builder? It’s important you understand what is and isn’t possible in the space and what you can achieve within budget. Colda Constructions provides an in house design service, we can visit your space and provide you architectural drawings, interior design or layout planning with the building and construction and budget constraints in mind.
The key to a great commercial fitout? “It is in the planning and design.” says Adam “You’ve got to take the time to understand how the space will be used and how it will function best. It is important to have a good design and to plan well with excellent documentation to achieve great results.”
Carefully consider the planning of your commercial fitout, medical fitout, office fitout and shop fitout because they have specific considerations and you want to be on the front foot. Get in touch with our team if we can help with your next commercial fitout project in Canberra. Email us at info@coldaconstructions.com.au or call us on 02 6174 3533.
Q&A WITH ADAM GIUGNI, DIRECTOR COLDA CONSTRUCTIONS
Adam founded Colda Constructions in 2010 after years of experience in the commercial construction industry. Combining his carpentry background with his tertiary qualification from RMIT Adam has grown the business into a well established and respected company.
Q. HAVE YOU ALWAYS LIVED IN CANBERRA?
ADAM. I was born in Canberra and grew up here but I lived in Melbourne for 5 years. I did my Building Diploma at RMIT in Melbourne.
Q. WHY DID YOU PICK COLDA FOR YOUR BUSINESS NAME?
ADAM. Colda is the name of a small settlement in the town of Sondrio in northern Italy. My father’s family are from there and I’ve always liked the name and connection to my heritage.
Q. HOW DO YOU SAY YOUR SURNAME?
ADAM. It is a tricky one! It’s a bit like the town in NSW, Junee without extending the sound of the e’s too much.
Q. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE BUILDING TREND ATM?
ADAM. Timber is timeless and will always be on trend but I’ve seen more of it being used in commercial spaces to soften concrete, tiling and glass. It looks great and the contrast is interesting.