What’s The Difference? Cat A / Cat B / Shell And Core Office Fit Out Dubai

So are you up for an office fit-out but confused between the above terms? Well, no doubt they can be very confusing for almost every outsider. But knowing them is also really important. As it leaves no doubt and misconceptions between you and the contractor while discussing your office fit out Dubai. Hence, using our expertise we’ll define some fit out jargon here that will come in handy to each of you.

What Does Fit Out Mean?

Many of you must already be aware, but to make it even clearer. A fit out is about fixing out every single element that turns a building from a blank canvas into a fully functional space. However, it takes a few steps to reach up to this shape. These steps have been given names by the industry itself, which you may call Cat A, Cat B, and Shell & Core fit out Dubai.

1. Shell And Core Fit Out Dubai

In an office fit out Dubai, a shell and core is what we call a basic construction project. It involves building in the basic interior elements that an office can’t proceed without for the next fit out stage. So it refers to a kind of fit out that has to construct a quality shell for further finishes and custom designs. 

When clients reach out to Zarqaa for a shell and core project. We usually get a site that has a complete exterior with just the bare wall and concrete floor inside. Hence we complete the basic structure with lifts, stairs, and office walls. Along with constructing the building envelope, while providing all the plumbing work and electrical work too.

2.  What Is Cat A Fit Out Dubai

In construction work, Category A fit out could only begin when the shell is actually ready. It refers to the basic finishes that most landlords ask for before renting out the space for a Cat B fit out. In this kind of office fit out Dubai, Zarqaa tucks away all the exposed work and smooths out the rough surfaces to make a building orderly in look and operative to move in easily.

However, this type of fit out does not involve much work as compared to the other two. A Cat A fit out provides grid ceilings, basic flooring, and a few security alarms for tenant safety purposes. Together with the lighting fixtures, AC, vent, and plug sockets to make it ready for further work.

3. What Is Cat B Fit Out Dubai

A category B office fit out Dubai is the final step in the build-up. It involves providing your space with the few external touches that should comply with your brand and the workplace environment. So it is like an opportunity to customize the entire fit out with practical designs and suitable furniture. 

The scope of a Cat B fit out could vary from company to company. However, the basic one involves installing the floors, partitions, doors and workstations. It may also include a full-length kitchen and lighting fixtures too. You could further ask the company for paints and specific theme designs. In the main, cat B fit out equips your office with all the fittings so that you start your business soon.

Conclusions:

Cat A, Cat B, and shell & core are standard fit out jargon that most companies seem to use for office fit out Dubai. At Zarqaa, we use the same terms to define our clients the scope of work and services they might be getting. Still, the terms may vary and so do the services depending on the companies. So as per your experience, comment below and let us know if you ever heard of other terms defining the similar scope of works.