Brabners unveils Liverpool HQ transformation with design led by Incognito.

Law firm Brabners has completed a transformational refurbishment of its Liverpool HQ.

Located at Exchange Flags, this final phase in a series of progressive workplace upgrades across its UK office portfolio has now been delivered.

Designed by award-winning commercial interiors studio Incognito and delivered by Flexible Business Interiors, the new space represents a bold reimagining of the traditional law firm office — placing flexibility, hospitality and hybrid working at its core.

This latest refurbishment builds on the success of Brabners’ Lancashire, Manchester and Leeds offices, offering a "consistent design language and workplace strategy that reflects the firm’s evolving culture and purpose-led values".

The new Liverpool office includes a dynamic client suite that combines formal meeting spaces with informal settings and a flexible seminar area that can host large internal and external events.

Designed for modern client interaction and hospitality, the space also features a hidden bar, cleverly tucked away behind a bookcase.

For employees, the design focuses on variety, wellbeing and connection — from quiet pods and neighbourhood-style layouts to social spaces overlooking Liverpool’s iconic Exchange Flags Square. A new central ‘heart space’ acts as a hub for informal collaboration and social gatherings.

Howard Powsney, director at Incognito, said: "From day one, this project was about much more than maximising space — it was about supporting Brabners’ values, culture and people. The Liverpool office reflects a firm that’s forward-thinking, grounded in its community and ready for the future of work. Every design decision was made with purpose, from the layout and functionality down to the finishes and heritage-inspired theme.

“It’s also important to recognise how instrumental the Brabners facilities management team have been throughout this process — their insight, openness to collaboration and attention to detail played a vital role in helping us bring this vision to life."

The office’s visual concept takes cues from Liverpool’s maritime history and the Atlantic Ocean — using colours and forms that transition from calm ripples to bold, energised waves, symbolising the firm’s agility and momentum.

Sustainability also played a key role. Incognito, Flexible Business Interiors and Brabners worked collaboratively to reuse base build elements, select recycled and locally sourced materials, and donate legacy furniture and equipment to charities. Art from the previous office was auctioned, raising funds for the Brabners Foundation.

Dave Barton, project manager at Flexible Business Interiors, added: "This was a highly technical build, delivered within a live environment and across complex existing infrastructure. Our role was to make the design vision a reality while ensuring minimal disruption to the business. We’re proud to have helped Brabners create a workplace that truly supports its people.

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.

“In particular, it reflects our ambition to act as a force for good – creating not only a sustainable space but one that will help us to champion Liverpool and have a lasting impact in the communities we serve.”

The wider delivery team also included employers agent and contracts administrator, Nick Platt from Knight Frank.