reFIT Gym – The Welcome Building

The Welcome Building in Bristol is a landmark office scheme redefining amenity and wellbeing in Bristol’s workplace sector. reFIT brought us in to design a high-spec, fully automated gym and studio for all tenants to use free of charge. This was our third project with reFIT and part of a forward-thinking landlord’s mission to deliver fresh, community-focused amenities for the building. 

Project in Brief 

• Transform a vacant mezzanine floor into a fully automated gym and studio. 

• Deliver immersive lighting and live-streamed class capability. 

• Create bespoke branding and design aligned with The Welcome Building’s distinctive identity. 

Making Every Square Foot Count 

The mezzanine came with its quirks: low ceilings, load restrictions, and the need to minimise noise in a live office environment. Working closely with the landlord’s structural engineer and Red Acoustics, we developed smart solutions to place equipment efficiently, build up the flooring system, and control sound transfer. 

Designed as a dynamic space that blends a dark, atmospheric studio with lighting that moves to the beat, and a bright gym floor echoing the building’s signature orange palette. Timber and timber-effect vinyl flooring bring warmth and polish throughout. 

Powered by Tech 

reFIT’s model is built around simplicity and convenience. Book a session online, show up, and your class is ready with no on-site trainers required. The studio’s large screen automatically streams classes from HIIT to spin, with lighting synced to the music for a real event feel. We also reused and adapted existing acoustic ceiling panels, cutting waste and reducing the need for new materials. Now integral to The Welcome Building’s identity, the gym has transformed the mezzanine into a vibrant wellness hub that continues the next wave of reFIT spaces.