Bespoke Interior Manufacturing for Principality Building Society

At First Manufacturing Ltd., we’re proud to have played a part in shaping the new look of a Principality Building Society branch on the high street. We manufactured a range of custom furniture to transform their welcoming new branch in Swansea. This project highlights our ability to deliver precision CNC manufacturing, advanced panel joinery, and bespoke fabrication for retail interiors that combine practicality with striking design.

🌙 Curved Wall for Privacy

One of the standout features is a curved wall. Crafted using advanced techniques including our in-house heat forming process. The curved wood panels provide a backing for foam cushions, creating a comfortable, semi-private space for customers.

🔌 Tech Desk with Function & Flair

We also manufactured a tech desk designed for convenience and modern lifestyles. Featuring statement red metal legs, cable management systems, and durable white Corian worktops, it provides a stylish yet practical area where customers can sit, work, or charge devices.

☕ Coffee Station Unit

For added hospitality, we produced a coffee station unit housing a fridge, storage cupboards, and hard-wearing Corian tops. The design ensures durability while keeping a clean, welcoming aesthetic.

💡 Freestanding Central Unit with Lighting

The freestanding central unit adds visual impact with its back-lit feature panel, seamless Corian surface, and consistent use of wood grain finishes, tying together the entire branch interior.

👋 Welcoming First Impressions

Finally, we manufactured a statement welcome desk, featuring a curved floating section with a bold red leg. The wood grain contrasts beautifully with the white Corian, creating a warm and professional first impression while showcasing our ability to handle complex curved and precision joinery projects.

From curved wall panels to precision statement pieces, this project reflects our expertise in retail furniture manufacturing and our commitment to helping businesses create inviting, functional, and branded interiors.

Here are a few photos captured mid-install by Islwyn Pugh during the Principality Building Society fit-out in Swansea, showcasing some of the bespoke elements we manufactured for the project.

🏗️ Behind the Build: Bespoke Furniture for Principality Building Society

At First Manufacturing Ltd., we combine design expertise with advanced manufacturing to deliver bespoke retail interiors that stand out on the high street.

What makes this project special is not just the finished install, but the precision manufacturing processes behind it. From CNC machining to heat forming curves, every step was handled in-house by our team.

🌙 Curved Privacy Wall

A standout element of the space is the curved wall, designed to create privacy and comfort for customers.

To manufacture this feature, we used:

• Heat forming equipment to bend panels into smooth, precise curves.

• Foam wall cushions onto the curved frame for durability and comfort.

• Joinery detailing to ensure seamless alignment and a premium finish.

  
  

This mix of craftsmanship and modern technology allows us to tackle even the most complex retail fit-out requirements.

🔌 Tech Desk with Red Metal Legs

The tech desk was designed for function as well as impact. Customers can sit, charge their devices, and make use of clever cable management, all while enjoying a stylish design.

Manufactured in-house using:

• CNC-cut panels for precision and repeatability, with clever cable management.

• Powder-coated red metal legs for durability and a bold visual identity.

• Corian solid surface tops for a hard-wearing, wipe-clean finish that stands up to daily use.

☕ Coffee Station Unit

The coffee station is a multi-functional piece of furniture designed to support day-to-day hospitality needs. It also incorporates practical storage shelves to one side, keeping supplies organised and within easy reach.

Our team manufactured:

• A housing unit for refrigeration with integrated storage.

• A Corian worktop, providing both hygiene and longevity.

• Panel joinery to achieve a clean, consistent finish that ties into the wider interior.

💡 Freestanding Central Unit with Backlighting

Positioned at the heart of the space, this unit serves as a statement feature.

It combines:

• Panel wood finishes for warmth and consistency.

• Integrated backlighting, adding atmosphere and drawing customer attention.

• A precision-manufactured Corian top, offering a clean, professional finish.

👋 Welcome Desk with Floating Curved Detail

The first point of contact for visitors, the welcome desk combines style and function.

Key manufacturing details include:

• A curved floating section, created using advanced joinery and shaping techniques.

• Contrasting materials: woodgrain panels against bright white Corian surfaces.

• Bold red support leg, tying the desk into the brand’s colour palette.

⚙️ Manufactured in Our UK Workshop

From concept to installation, every part of this project was made possible thanks to our in-house CNC machining, panel joinery, and finishing processes.

From raw materials in the workshop to final on-site assembly, we highlight how precision manufacturing creates interiors that are both durable and design-led.

This project is an example of how advanced UK manufacturing supports the retail sector with tailored, scalable, and high-quality solutions.

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