Lab Construction, Planning &
Refurbishment Services
Laboratory Planning & Refurbishment Services
At Innova Design Group, we provide comprehensive laboratory planning and refurbishment services tailored to your operational needs and budget.
With decades of experience in the education, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and commercial sectors, we develop high-performance lab environments designed for precision, efficiency, and long-term functionality.
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Our professional team delivers user-centred spaces that enhance productivity, support innovative research, and promote learning – while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Regardless of the scale or complexity of your project – whether it’s a new build, relocation, warehouse conversion, or refurbishment of your existing space – Innova delivers fully serviced laboratory interiors tailored to your vision and budget. From school science labs to advanced research facilities, we provide end-to-end solutions, including design, regulatory planning, custom furniture, and turnkey installation.
Lab refurbishment services
Lab design
Cutting-edge laboratory design solutions that optimise space, improve functionality, safety, and aesthetics in modern laboratory environments.
Lab furniture manufacture
High-quality laboratory furniture designed for durability, functionality, and ergonomic comfort, offering excellent value for money.
Lab fit out services
Specialist in professional lab install and engineering services, offering integrated laboratory fit out solutions that optimise your budget.
Why invest in professional laboratory planning?
Effective laboratory planning ensures your lab is not only compliant and safe but efficient, future-proof, and cost-effective. Our expert consultants and designers work collaboratively to assess your existing space, user needs, activities and building features, delivering optimised layouts that enhance productivity and promote innovation.
Planning expertise across:
- Pharmaceutical & life science research
- Biotech and food testing environments
- Quality control labs
- Higher education and schools (STEM, SEN, T-Level)
- Healthcare and public sector labs
We evaluate:
- Workflow and safety requirements
- Compliance with COSHH, DSEAR and CDM regulations
- Specialist storage, extraction and servicing needs
- Provisions for future expansion and flexible working
At Innova we assess each laboratory’s unique requirements to create layouts that optimise workflow, spatial relationships, containment, and air quality, all while aligning with specific workstations and processes. Our designs ensure full regulatory compliance, and we also evaluate the feasibility of any necessary renovations or upgrades.
Lab refurbishment for schools, higher education and commercial sectors
Our refurbishment services support a wide range of laboratory environments – from modernising secondary school science labs to enhancing GMP-compliant pharmaceutical facilities. Whether the goal is to improve safety, functionality, or regulatory compliance, Innova brings together proven expertise and practical experience to deliver outstanding results. We work closely with clients to understand their unique needs and provide tailored, future-ready solutions that elevate the performance of their laboratory spaces.
Types of laboratories we refurbish include:
- General Science Labs
- Analytical Chemistry Labs
- SEN Science Classrooms
- Research & QC labs
- University R&D Facility
- Pharma/Biotech R&D Labs
- Cleanroom and Aseptic labs
- Food & Environmental labs
Our designers and consultants create high-performance, user-focused labs that prioritise safety, sustainability, and advanced technology. From concept to turnkey fit-out, we ensure seamless integration of infrastructure and functionality. Flexible layouts and mobile furniture enable safe, adaptable spaces. Our sector-specific experts guide you through every stage, addressing needs like air quality, material handling, and DDA compliance.
- Biology & Chemistry Labs
- Physics Labs
- STEM Labs
- T-Level Labs
- Special Needs Labs (SEN)
- Primary /Prep School Labs
Laboratory interior design for enhanced functionality
Designing a laboratory that combines functionality with visual appeal requires careful integration of design elements. At Innova Design Group, our interior specialists work hand-in-hand with our lab planners to develop spaces that support productivity, ensure safety, and streamline workflow. The use of durable, low-maintenance materials, task-specific lighting, and ergonomic design principles ensures enhanced comfort and efficiency.
Flexible lab solutions for evolving needs
We specialise in delivering flexible laboratory solutions tailored to your unique requirements. Whether you need reconfigurable workspaces, modular furniture, or mobile lab setups, our designs are built to adapt – empowering you to scale and evolve your research as needs change.
We integrate adaptable furniture systems, adjustable utility connections, and future-ready infrastructure to ensure your lab can accommodate new technologies and shifting workflows. The result is a highly adaptable environment that supports long-term efficiency and maximises the value of your lab investment.
Who we work with….
Biotech lab design and construction
Building a state-of-the-art biotechnology lab starts with expert insight and detailed planning. At Innova, we draw on years of experience to deliver biotech lab environments that meet rigorous safety standards and support complex operational needs.
Our design process addresses critical considerations such as biocontainment requirements, integration of specialised equipment, and efficient workflow layouts. Every detail is tailored to support the complex processes unique to biotech research and development.
Specialist laboratory refurbishment services
Innova’s lab refurbishment services deliver more than cosmetic upgrades — we modernise spaces for long-term performance. Whether you’re renovating one room or an entire building, our phased approach minimises disruption while ensuring quality outcomes at every step
Innova’s refurbishment packages can include:
- Full strip-out and redesign
- Partition reconfiguration and structural updates
- M&E (mechanical and electrical) design and installation
- Fume cupboards, gas safety systems, air handling units
- Flooring, ceilings, lighting and decoration
- Furniture manufacture and fit-out
Compliance and accreditation you can rely on
Every refurbishment project we deliver is backed by Innova’s commitment to quality, safety and regulatory compliance. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and fully equipped to act as Principal Contractor or Principal Designer under CDM 2015 regulations. Through detailed documentation and consistent communication, we ensure every design and installation, aligns with HSE guidelines and relevant building control standards.
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Our new STEM facility is stunning, offering students state-of-the-art resources. Designed with input from teachers and students, it maximizes space and provides a bright, modern learning environment.
PAN PANAYIOTOU
HEADTEACHER, WORTHING HIGH SCHOOL
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Install was excellent - Innova & their fitters P&KW have done a really good job, we have had great comments.
COLIN O'BRIEN
PROCESS ENGINEER, GA PET FOOD PARTNERS
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We are thoroughly pleased with both the people and products from Innova and gladly have them back to further refurbish our science department. Highly recommended!
PAUL KERR
HEAD OF SCIENCE, THE DERBY HIGH SCHOOL
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The lab is looking really good with all my equipment and I am very happy with it. The MD loves the colour, range of fittings, and the quality of the finish and installation.
DAVE BARRETT
LABORATORY MANAGER, ESL FUELS
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Our school is thrilled with the design and project management. The installation teams from Innova were professional, collaborative and did an excellent job!
ROB LEIGH
VICE PRINCIPAL, SWALCLIFFE PARK SCHOOL
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We loved working with Innova, and we love the lab!
MICHAEL SCHENK
CLINICAL RESEARCH SPECIALIST, MILTENYI BIOTECH
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Since the redesign, engagement levels have increased as the layout encourages all pupils to interact and participate in the lessons
PHILIP WOOD
HEAD OF SCIENCE, NEWLAND GIRL'S SCHOOL
Flexible lab layouts built for the future
Scientific and educational needs evolve. Innova’s designs use flexible lab furniture, adjustable shelving, reconfigurable benching and mobile workstations to give teams complete freedom. Service spines and utility zones are designed for adaptability with minimal structural changes. All furniture is installed to precise technical specifications and tested for load bearing, chemical resistance and user ergonomics. Where necessary, we incorporate anti-microbial surfaces, lockable units, and ventilation ports as required.
Popular modular features include:
- Reagent shelving and suspended service panels
- Removable and height-adjustable workstations
- Mobile write-up desks and instrument tables
- Moveable sink and washdown units
Integrated lab furniture and safety features
Engineered for durability and smooth integration, our in-house manufactured lab furniture is designed to last for decades. From chemical-resistant worktops to height-adjustable benches and integrated utility columns, we ensure that every fitted element of your lab contributes to safety and workflow efficiency.
Key steps in Innova’s turnkey lab refurbishment
We deliver end-to-end turnkey services, guiding you from initial planning through to final commissioning. Our approach prioritises risk mitigation and smooth, efficient project management. We also offer flexibility, allowing you to select specific services that integrate seamlessly with your existing project team.
- Initial site visit and design consultation
- Space analysis, feasibility study, and stakeholder input
- Full planning, 2D/3D design, and visuals
- Furniture manufacture in our UK facility
- Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and gas services
- Fit-out and commissioning
- Handover and aftercare support
Innova’s commitment to excellence in turnkey projects is proven by our consistent track record of delivering outstanding results and satisfied clients.
Support beyond installation
Our commitment doesn’t stop at handover. We offer ongoing support, maintenance advice and post-installation reviews to ensure your laboratory continues to meet performance expectations.
We also provide reconfiguration services if your needs evolve, allowing you to modify layouts or update services with minimal downtime. Our agile approach makes us a long-term partner for many educational institutions, research teams, and facility managers across the UK.
Post-project support includes user training, scheduled inspections and servicing, additional furniture or retrofitting, and future expansion planning. If you’re unsure where to start, we offer no-obligation site visits to assess your lab and suggest improvements. Whether budgeting or ready to begin, we’ll help you develop a practical, high-impact refurbishment plan. Your journey to a safer, more efficient, and future-proof lab starts here.
Laboratory refurbishment FAQs:
Laboratory planning involves assessing space needs, workflows, compliance regulations, and utilities to deliver a safe, functional and future-proof layout.
Lab construction includes all aspects of building a new laboratory, from site preparation and infrastructure development to equipment installation and final commissioning.
Lab refurbishment focuses on upgrading existing lab spaces to improve functionality, safety, and aesthetics. This can involve renovations, equipment upgrades, and interior design enhancements.
Project duration varies by size but most full refurbishments take 6–12 weeks depending on scale, access, and whether work is phased.
Yes, we frequently deliver phased lab refurbishments during term time or active lab hours using out-of-hours shifts and dust/fume containment protocols.
See our success stories
University of West London University of West London, New Biomedical Facility, Ealing, London W5 5RF
Animax Limited R&D Laboratory, Full Turnkey Solution, Suffolk, IP31 2AR
Wycombe Abbey School New Laboratories, Full Turnkey Solution, Buckinghamshire HP11 1PE
Do you have a project in mind?
We would love to hear from you. Give us a call, email or make an enquiry. We are here to share our expertise and answer your questions.
