Yolk - Holborn
Design & Build
Area
1,200 sq ft
Location
Holborn, London
Year
2025
Delivering a bespoke YOLK retail fit-out within a tight programme
The project involved the design and build of a new retail space for YOLK, requiring bespoke joinery, a custom kitchen, and continuous design development to align with brand standards and operational requirements.
A key challenge was integrating a new mechanical system within a compact footprint while maintaining aesthetic integrity. Tight programme deadlines and coordination with building management added complexity, particularly for service routes and compliance with landlord requirements.
Balancing technical functionality with YOLK’s visual identity demanded meticulous planning and collaboration across design and delivery teams.
Solution
MGL implemented a structured construction programme to meet strict handover deadlines, prioritising critical elements such as kitchen installation and bespoke joinery. Design precision was essential to achieve both operational efficiency and brand aesthetics.
Service integration posed significant challenges, requiring innovative routing solutions to accommodate mechanical systems without compromising the interior design. Close coordination with building management ensured compliance and smooth approvals.
This disciplined approach enabled timely completion, delivering a functional, visually aligned space that met YOLK’s brand standards and operational goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did MGL Projects deliver for YOLK in Holborn?
MGL Projects delivered the design and build of a new YOLK store, including bespoke joinery, a custom kitchen and continuous design development to meet the brand's standards and operational needs.
How was the mechanical system fitted into the Holborn unit?
MGL integrated a new mechanical system within a compact footprint, with service routes planned so they did not compromise the interior design.
How did MGL deliver on a tight programme?
MGL ran a structured construction programme that prioritised the kitchen installation and bespoke joinery, and coordinated closely with building management for smooth approvals.
Services
Delivering seamless design, bespoke joinery, and coordinated mechanical solutions to enhance functionality, quality, and project efficiency.
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Design and Build to Brand Standards
Manage end-to-end design and construction processes that reflect the client’s brand identity, ensuring consistency in materials, finishes, and customer experience across all locations, while meeting quality, compliance, and landlord approval requirements.
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Fast-Track Construction Delivery
Execute projects within accelerated timelines without compromising quality, safety, or compliance, ensuring seamless coordination across all stakeholders.
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Bespoke Joinery
Managing the delivery and installation of bespoke joinery ensuring quality, precision, and timely completion in line with project specifications.
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Commercial Kitchen Installation
Manage the delivery and installation of high-spec commercial kitchen equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, operational efficiency, and project timelines.
