Legatum is a private investment group with 28 years of global investment experience in allocating proprietary capital to businesses and programmes that promote sustainable human development. Headquartered in Dubai's International finance Centre, a world class home for international finance, Legatum's offices occupy Precinct Building 6 which they acquired in April 2012.
Architect
Perkins and Will
Consultant
Mace
Contractor
AMBB
In the middle of 2012, internationally acclaimed architects Perkins + Will, were commissioned to design the interior of Legatum’s four storey headquarters The project brief was to design Art Deco styled offices with each floor designed to serve its own purpose. Level two is home to the grand entrance lobby featuring the fluted marble reception desks and client meeting suites, level three is home to a specialist academy room and a library with a business cafe taking pride of place on level four. All levels are linked by a custom designed oval staircase with onyx insets.
The CEO placed great importance on the ironmongery package because it is the first physical connection a person makes with a building, therefore, something as seemingly functional as the door handle can actually be crucially important in conveying the quality and care with which a whole building has been designed and created. For this reason, Consort was involved from the Initial design phase through to installation and handover.
The project was handed over on the 7 of July 2013, this is the initial date which remained the same throughout the project even though there were constant design changes. This meant Consort were working under a very tight delivery schedule where delays were not an option.
One of the main features of the understated space was the Macasser doors with custom designed stained glass. The door furniture, being an exacting bespoke art deco design was required to complement this significant design. Materials, colour palettes and subtle textures were carefully selected and combined as polished marbles in creams, browns and ochre contrasting beautifully with exotic polished wood, gold, brass and chrome.
All lever handles, which featured on a decorative back plate, pull handles, cabinet handles, and bathroom thumb turns were bespoke with the Consort produced 3D drawings and 3D printed models for approval. Consort were instrumental throughout the whole manufacturing process, from milling the base material to polishing, plating and then finally the exceptional finishing process of PVD antique gold PVD or physical vapour deposition was chosen for its unique hardness, wear resistance and metallic appearance where superior adhesion are important to ensure a perfect look for extended period of time and intense use, making this the ideal solution for high end projects where the quality of finish is key in highlighting the design.
Legatum's new headquarters won 2013's prestigious 'Interior Design of the Year Office' award.
AMBB have worked closely with Consort over a number of years and some challenging projects, we have over this period welcomed and enjoyed the benefits of a very technical and supportive team within Consort who have on all occasions worked within our time and budgetary constraints to achieve a high level of end user satisfaction for which we thank Consort. We look forward to working with their team for many years to come.
General Manager, AMBB Building Contracting
I have had the privilege to work closely with Consort over the past 4 years in Baku, Azerbaijan.From the initial brief / scope of works being discussed with their on-site sales manager, to the provision of schedule of materials and competitive quotations, all within a reactive timeframe, I have found the service from Consort, second to none.Furthermore, their management style and delivery can only be described as excellent and the after sales service only reinforces the commitment and willingness to go the “extra mile” to ensure that the customer is their direct focus.Products, availability and delivery are all part of the “we can do” attitude that is evidently proven, from ALL levels within the Consort Group.It is not often that I recommend/ praise companies for completed works, but in all the years that I have worked with Consort, I would have no hesitation in recommending them for future projects here in Azerbaijan, or anywhere else in the world.
Hill International, Design Manager
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I have had the pleasure of working with Consort on a number of projects throughout the region, in recent years, and have always found their service and reliability second to none. I hope that our relationship will continue to strengthen in years to come.
Senior Projects Manager, Al Tayer Stocks
Working with Consort is unlike any other hardware supplier. They have the passion for their industry, the qualified staff and the infrastructure which enables them to deliver the unparalleled service I require at short notice. They protect the specifications we demand, whilst ensuring the package is delivered on time and within budget to the contractor.
U+A, Partner/ Design Principal, U+A
We have been working with Consort in the MENA region since opening our office in 2010 and our relationship has strengthened in this time due to their impeccable delivery, innovation and adherence to working with the high standards we set ourselves and our supply chain – we hope to build on this relationship in the years to come.
Perkins+Will - Principal Managing Director, Perkins+Will
It’s always a pleasure to work with Consort due to the fast and helpful responses we receive to all our enquiries.
Export Manager, Apton Partitioning Limited
I have been purchasing from Consort for over three years now and have never had an issue. They carry a good level of stock to fulfil orders, the quality is good, and the customer service is excellent.
Purchasing Manager, Midlands based Distributor
We’ve dealt with Consort since we started in 2019, their product range - which is ever evolving, their reliable stock levels and helpful staff make life that bit easier
Mark Corlick Managing Director, Astoria Ironmongery Ltd
We have been using Consort as one of our major suppliers since Tuscan was formed, some 20 years ago and we are still using them to date which bears testimony to their useability and performance. They are well stocked with a full range of CE / BS certified products, some of which are not available anywhere else. We look forward to the next 20 years of continuing our professional working relationship.
Paul Mason, Managing Director, Tuscan Architectural Hardware ltd
We have been dealing with Consort Architectural for a number of years and have been lucky enough to deal with the same people within the business. During this time they have consistently performed well in providing support from specification to delivery of goods, ensuring that through every stage we are kept informed on anything that arises. Consort are an approachable and reliable business who will always offer their knowledge, support and recommendations for the best possible solution.
Door manufacturer
Consort have provided a wealth of support to AAID on many of our projects. Extremely responsive, always on hand with technical advice, supportive during value engineering or specification changes, they are always available to help us navigate the ironmongery arena. The team are approachable, friendly and happy to help. They have been a huge support to our team and our projects and we are extremely grateful to them all. Thank you!
Julie Thom Associate Director – Allen Architecture Interiors Design
We have had the pleasure of successfully collaborating with the Consort team on various project sizes and types for almost a decade now. They are simply ‘a safe pair of hands’ always delivering on time, with the highest level of professionalism and accuracy. What sets Consort apart form the other suppliers is always positive attitude and taking advisory roles to junior team members. When it comes to meeting design briefs and criteria, the ranges Consort carries paired with their team experience and knowledge never fail to deliver outstanding support. An amazing team to work with.
Adil Amin Head of Interior Design – Bluehaus Group
Consort offer a wide range of products that fill any design aesthetic and budget. The team continually deliver quality service for any assistance we need and products are installed on time and without any issues.
Laila Al-Yousuf, Design Director – SAY studio
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