Law firm Brabners unveils major refurbishment of its 30,000 sq ft Liverpool city centre headquarters. Tony McDonough reports

Law firm Brabners has released the first images of the transformation of its 30,000 sq ft Liverpool headquarters.

Located in Horton House, part of the Grade II-listed Exchange Flags complex, Brabners is  one of the best known corporate law firms in the North West. It also has offices in Manchester, Preston and Leeds.

Its newly-transformed Liverpool office was designed by Incognito and delivered by Flexible Business Interiors. It includes departmental ‘neighbourhoods’ designed to encourage “collaboration and facilitate agile working practices”.

This design also pays homage to Liverpool’s rich maritime history through bespoke design features. Brabners history in Liverpool, a famous port city, stretches back to 1815.

Completed with sustainability in mind, incorporating energy provisions, upcycled materials and high air quality performance, the new space is reflective of the business’ position as one of the first law firms in the UK to become B Corp-certified.

To help minimise waste and ensure the maximum benefit to the local community, the firm has also donated furniture from its former fitout to local charities, including social regeneration charity Rotunda and Liverpool Homeless Football Club.

Previous artwork has been auctioned to raise funds for The Brabners Foundation – the firm’s independent grant-making charity. All other furniture items were recycled or repurposed.

Nik White, managing partner at Brabners, said: “Liverpool has been Brabners’ home for more than 200 years, and the city’s distinctive ethos – a unique blend of innovation, creativity and community – remains at the heart of everything we do.

“As we continue to invest in our office base across the North, we’re pleased to have retained the heritage of our long-standing home in the city while creating an inspiring new space for our talented team to collaborate and welcome clients.”

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In February LBN revealed Brabners had seen a 15% increase in revenues to £53.9m in the 12 months to April 30, 2024. Profits hit £18.1m, shared out among its 85 partners with an average payout of £214,000.

This refurbishment represents the final step in Brabners’ overhaul of its offices following significant investment into its Manchester, Leeds and Preston spaces.”