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PRESS RELEASE
Inside the build: Arne Clothing
24 Mar 2026
Arne Clothing Office Gym / BLK BOX
Across the UK, health and wellbeing are no longer viewed as optional extras. They are being built into the foundations of modern workplaces, shaping how companies support their teams and drive performance. One of the clearest signs of this shift is the rapid rise of office gyms.
Recent research from BLK BOX highlights just how quickly this is accelerating. Google searches for “offices with gyms” have surged by 2,366% over the past year, while demand for corporate gym builds has increased by almost 60% year on year. This is not just a passing trend. It signals a deeper change in how businesses think about productivity, culture and long term employee health.
Arne Clothing recognised this early when planning their new headquarters. They approached BLK BOX with a clear ambition to integrate a high quality training space into their workplace.
The Vision
From the outset, Arne understood that the gym needed to do more than simply exist within the building. It had to reflect their brand identity while delivering a functional, high performance training environment for their team.
The brief centred around three key priorities:
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A clean, minimal aesthetic aligned with their HQ design and colour palette.
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Versatile equipment to support a wide range of training styles.
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A layout that encourages regular use, not just occasional sessions.
This was about creating a space employees would genuinely want to use. Not an afterthought, but a core part of the workplace experience.
The Build
The final installation combined strength, conditioning and recovery elements, giving the ARNE team everything needed for well rounded training.
Key equipment included:
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Custom 3 Series Nexus Compact Rack, designed to maximise training capacity within a streamlined footprint.
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5 Series custom Adjustable Benches and Olympic Flat Bench for foundational strength work.
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Black Competition Weight Plates, paired with a Black Hybrid Bar for a consistent, premium finish.
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A full range of barbells including Curl Bar, Hex Bar and Safety Squat Bar to support varied programming.
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Fixed Urethane Barbells with integrated storage for efficient access and organisation.
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Premium Urethane Dumbbells with a storage rack, balancing durability with a clean aesthetic.
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Bilateral Leg Press and Leg Extension/ Leg Curl for lower body strength development.
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Concept2 ergs to support conditioning and aerobic training.
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Dedicated storage solutions including Foam Roller Storage to maintain a clutter free space.
Every element was selected not only for performance, but for how it contributed to the overall look and feel of the gym. The result is a cohesive environment that mirrors Arne’s brand while delivering serious training capability.
The Result
The finished space is more than just a gym. It is a reflection of Arne’s approach to performance and culture.
By investing in a facility that supports strength, movement and recovery, they have created an environment that encourages employees to prioritise their health as part of the working day. This has the potential to improve not just physical wellbeing, but also energy levels, focus and long term resilience.
Office gyms like this represent a wider shift in workplace thinking. Companies are moving beyond surface level perks and towards meaningful investment in their people.
For Arne, the outcome is a space that blends design and function seamlessly. A gym that feels like a natural extension of their brand, while delivering the tools their team needs to train with purpose.
As more businesses rethink what the workplace should offer, projects like this set the standard for what is possible when health and performance are treated as priorities rather than add ons.
Chris Hull, business development manager, who led the design of Arne’s workplace gym, said: “Office gyms work best when they are built with real use in mind. It is not about filling a room with equipment, it is about creating a space that fits into people’s day and supports a variety of training styles. When you get that right, it becomes something employees rely on rather than something that just sits there.”
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BLK BOX
Tel: 028 9045 4123
Email: [email protected]
Address:
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Key personnel
Ben Stocks, managing director
Gregory Bradley, founder/sales director
Miles Canning, marketing director
Gregory Bradley, founder/sales director
Miles Canning, marketing director
Key customers
• Nike,
• Loughborough University,
• Irish Rugby,
• REPRESENT,
• Corinthia Hotels,
• PureGym, and
• Gymbox.
• Loughborough University,
• Irish Rugby,
• REPRESENT,
• Corinthia Hotels,
• PureGym, and
• Gymbox.
Plans for the next 12 months
Our product development is driven by
real-world insights from athletes, coaches,
and operators. The launch of our 1, 3, 5
Series rigs and racks marks a significant
step forward - offering scalable, futureproofed
solutions for facilities of all sizes.
Our commitment to operational excellence ensures we meet the highest standards for our clients. We consistently deliver industry-leading production times, support, and service.
As we grow our business, we will sustainably expand our manufacturing footprint and resources. Our priority is to ensure responsible practices in our manufacturing processes, aligning with our commitment to a more sustainable future.
Our commitment to operational excellence ensures we meet the highest standards for our clients. We consistently deliver industry-leading production times, support, and service.
As we grow our business, we will sustainably expand our manufacturing footprint and resources. Our priority is to ensure responsible practices in our manufacturing processes, aligning with our commitment to a more sustainable future.
Testimonial
NIKE – London HQ
"This new location is an amazing environment, with plans to positively impact the community way beyond its perimeter walls. This new strength and conditioning studio will play a pivotal role in supporting this dream.
Working with Miles Canning, Gregory Bradley, and the rest of the BLK BOX team was an absolute joy, and I'm super proud of the legacy that we have left for Nike athletes and, of course, our local London communities, who deserve a premium space to get inspired and work out in."
– Bex Moorhouse, workplace design & connectivity director, Nike
"This new location is an amazing environment, with plans to positively impact the community way beyond its perimeter walls. This new strength and conditioning studio will play a pivotal role in supporting this dream.
Working with Miles Canning, Gregory Bradley, and the rest of the BLK BOX team was an absolute joy, and I'm super proud of the legacy that we have left for Nike athletes and, of course, our local London communities, who deserve a premium space to get inspired and work out in."
– Bex Moorhouse, workplace design & connectivity director, Nike
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PUREGYM
"We believe our ongoing partnership with BLK BOX helps us further distinguish our offering in the global market. We have a very clear plan to deliver growth, and we believe our partnership with BLK BOX will help us achieve our aims.
We were very impressed with the functional training zone concept that BLK BOX collaborated with us on, and we are keen on building upon the partnership so we can continue to evolve our product offering for our members."
– Richard Annetts, head of gym format & equipment, PureGym
"We believe our ongoing partnership with BLK BOX helps us further distinguish our offering in the global market. We have a very clear plan to deliver growth, and we believe our partnership with BLK BOX will help us achieve our aims.
We were very impressed with the functional training zone concept that BLK BOX collaborated with us on, and we are keen on building upon the partnership so we can continue to evolve our product offering for our members."
– Richard Annetts, head of gym format & equipment, PureGym
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LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY
"For Powerbase, we aimed to collaborate with specialists in various areas, and BLK BOX emerged as the clear choice in the tender process for several reasons. Their extensive expertise in the performance market, coupled with their ability to glean insights from their work in other sectors, greatly benefits us.
While we were confident in our needs for the facility, partnering with a team that offered solutions and an agile engineering approach proved pivotal. We have tangible examples of innovation and collaboration in this facility, such as tailored accessible storage solutions designed to accommodate the mezzanine's pillars.”
– Rich Ellis, head of gyms and technical relationships, Loughborough University
"For Powerbase, we aimed to collaborate with specialists in various areas, and BLK BOX emerged as the clear choice in the tender process for several reasons. Their extensive expertise in the performance market, coupled with their ability to glean insights from their work in other sectors, greatly benefits us.
While we were confident in our needs for the facility, partnering with a team that offered solutions and an agile engineering approach proved pivotal. We have tangible examples of innovation and collaboration in this facility, such as tailored accessible storage solutions designed to accommodate the mezzanine's pillars.”
– Rich Ellis, head of gyms and technical relationships, Loughborough University
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