The Challenge

Gen II Fund Services needed to transform their 1675 Broadway workspace to support their growing team and evolving business needs. What appeared to be a straightforward renovation quickly revealed significant complexity:

Space Constraints: Meeting rooms needed conversion into private offices while maintaining the functional square footage the team required for collaboration.
Hidden Infrastructure Issues: An assessment uncovered extensive damage to the low voltage cable infrastructure, damage so severe that repairs weren't an option. The entire system required replacement.
Security Vulnerabilities: As a sublease tenant, Gen II faced unique security challenges in their Telco room that needed immediate attention to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data.
Technology Demands: The training room required a complete reimagining with mobile desks that could be rapidly reconfigured for different training scenarios and team sizes.
Operational Continuity: All renovations needed to happen while minimizing downtime. The office relocation had to be executed flawlessly to keep the business running.

The Solution

We converted underutilized meeting rooms into productive private offices, installing full walls, soundproof doors, and acoustic treatments that ensure privacy and focus. Each office was designed to maximize natural light.

Newly constructed private office with glass walls and modern furniture.

Complete Technology Infrastructure Overhaul

Rather than attempt insufficient repairs, we made the bold decision to replace the entire low voltage infrastructure. This included:

Complete cable replacement throughout floors 4-6
Enhanced Telco room security upgrades
Future-proofed cabling to support evolving technology needs
Training room equipped with mobile desks and flexible power

A modern, flexible training room with mobile desks and a large display.

Modern Lighting & Relocation

We replaced outdated fixtures with energy-efficient LED lighting and strategic task lighting. Our move management team then orchestrated the relocation with military precision, achieving a seamless move with minimal business interruption.

Our "De-Risk" Approach

At Connected Workplaces, we don't just manage projects, we eliminate surprises. Our de-risk methodology combines:

Forensic Planning: Deep discovery to uncover hidden issues before they become costly problems.

Transparent Communication: Regular updates and proactive problem-solving with all stakeholders.

Expert Coordination: Seamless management of multiple vendors, trades, and timelines.

Budget Protection: Fixed-price commitment with no surprise costs or scope creep.

This approach transforms complex renovations into predictable, successful outcomes.

The Results

Delivered on Every Promise

Timeline: Project completed on schedule.
Budget: Delivered within original budget despite discovering major infrastructure issues.
Quality: Zero punch list items; all work met or exceeded specifications.
Business Continuity: Office relocation completed over one weekend with full operations Monday morning.

Measurable Impact

Increased private office capacity supporting team growth.
Enhanced employee satisfaction with ergonomic furniture and improved lighting.
Improved security and compliance in technology infrastructure.
Flexible training space that adapts to multiple use cases.

Why It Matters

This project exemplifies how Complexity Simplified isn't just a tagline, it's our operating system. When unexpected infrastructure challenges threatened the timeline and budget, our de-risk approach had already built in the contingencies and expertise needed to solve problems quickly.

For businesses considering office renovations, the Gen II project demonstrates a critical truth: the lowest bid rarely delivers the best value. What matters is working with a partner who anticipates problems, communicates transparently, and stands behind their commitments.