{"id":722,"date":"2026-04-23T04:49:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T03:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/megamultisite.divcomstaging.co.uk\/london\/2026\/04\/23\/reimagining-arrival-2-city-west-reception-by-ben-johnson-interiors-studio-93\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T04:49:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T03:49:26","slug":"reimagining-arrival-2-city-west-reception-by-ben-johnson-interiors-studio-93","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/megamultisite.divcomstaging.co.uk\/london\/industry-news\/reimagining-arrival-2-city-west-reception-by-ben-johnson-interiors-studio-93\/","title":{"rendered":"2 City West: A Reception Transformation &#8211; JDD Furniture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Blog Courtesy : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jddfurniture.com\/\">JDD Furniture\u00a0<\/a><\/p><p>City West Office Park in Leeds is a 93,000 sq ft Grade A office destination, just 1.5 miles from the city centre, with direct access to the M621. The reception plays a key role in shaping first impressions and enhancing tenant experience.<\/p><p>A Design-Led Brief<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/benjohnson.co.uk\/\">Ben Johnson Interiors<\/a>, in collaboration with <a href=\"https:\/\/studio-93.co.uk\/\">Studio 93<\/a>, was appointed to transform the reception, drawing inspiration from boutique hotel environments. The aim was to move away from a traditional corporate feel and create a softer, more inviting arrival space through sculptural forms, layered textures, and a refined material palette.<\/p><p>Creating the Vision &amp; User Experience<\/p><p>Studio 93 introduced a warm, elevated scheme that combines modern materials with soft, organic lines. The design balances visual impact with functionality, reimagining the reception as a welcoming, hospitality-led environment rather than simply a waiting area.<\/p><p>Celebrating British Design<\/p><p>Our Terry modular sofa takes centre stage, upholstered in a rich velvet from Panaz (Luxe). Studio 93 worked closely with us &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/mayanchristophides\/\">Mayan Christophides<\/a> and Senior Interior Designer<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jake-b-harris\/\"> Jake Harris<\/a> collaborating to refine its sculptural form, flexibility, and fabric application. Our 3D product configurator enabled us to visualise the end before anything was sent to production. A true example of partnership and innovation.<\/p><p>Jake Harris commented:<br \/>\u201cSpecifying JDD felt very natural to me. I\u2019m always looking to celebrate British manufacturing, supporting local craftsmanship while ensuring quality, efficiency, and design integrity.\u201d<\/p><p>Collaboration &amp; Delivery<\/p><p>Working closely with Ben Johnson Interiors, our in\u2011house design and manufacturing teams played a key role in carefully considering every detail and delivering the project to a concise programme. The result was a seamlessly coordinated scheme that fully realised the design vision on site.<\/p><p>The Result<\/p><p>The result is a refined, hospitality-inspired reception that enhances the overall perception of 2 City West. Creating a warm, sophisticated first impression for tenants and visitors alike &#8211; the outcome of multiple teams working seamlessly from imagination to installation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At 2 City West, JDD Furniture plays a central role in shaping the reception experience, with its Terry modular sofa anchoring the space. 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