--- title: "Temporary Welfare & Locker Facilities" date: 2025-01-16T15:40:00+00:00 author: Rhys Matthew canonical_url: "https://www.spaciotempo.co.uk/case-studies/john-lewis" section: Case Studies --- ![temporary structure used as a canteen area for staff to use](/uploads/generic/previews/_1920x1280_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4218.jpg) John Lewis # Temporary Welfare & Locker Facilities Staff Canteen During COVID Building One: 10m x 15m | Building Two: 10m x 15m | Building Three: 10m x 20m Milton Keynes ![line drawing of a building and a circle on top](/uploads/generic/Product-Icons/neivalu.svg) Neivalu ## Staff canteen, welfare and locker facilities The festive season is the busiest period for major retailers, and John Lewis & Partners is no exception. Their highly anticipated Christmas adverts drive sales from September through January, creating an increased demand for logistics and distribution. To manage the seasonal surge, John Lewis employs additional personnel, but during the height of the pandemic, social distancing requirements posed a unique challenge. To ensure staff safety while maintaining operational efficiency, they needed a rapid space solution. ![John lewis logo](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_AUTOx100_crop_center-center_none/13084/john-lewis.jpg) ![temporary warehouse used for staff canteen with tables and chairs](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_2800x2000_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4217-1.jpg) ## Requirements John Lewis required additional welfare and locker facilities across their flagship distribution centres in Milton Keynes. The structures needed to provide ample space for seasonal staff to take breaks safely while adhering to social distancing measures. The solution had to be installed quickly, be comfortable for year-round use, and seamlessly integrate into their existing operations. ![outside of a temporary building with windows looking out within a parking lot](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4209.jpg) ![temporary structure used for staff lockers changing room](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4195.jpg) ![temporary staff canteen area being used by colleagues](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_600x600_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4171.jpg) Previous One of the temporary welfare buildings installed at John Lewis’ Milton Keynes distribution centre. The dedicated locker facility, ensuring employees can store their personal belongings securely. The larger canteen dining room, designed for safe and spacious staff breaks during peak seasons. Next ## The solution To accommodate the increased workforce safely, Spaciotempo worked closely with John Lewis to install three temporary structures across two key sites. These additional spaces, totaling 800sqm, ensured that seasonal staff could take breaks and store belongings while maintaining safe social distancing. (01) ### Tailored Facilities for Staff Welfare ![staff canteen with chairs and tables for space for colleagues to use](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_1246x625_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4169.jpg) At the first site, Spaciotempo installed two buildings: a 10m x 15m x 3m welfare area serving as a breakout space, and a 10m x 15m x 3m secure locker facility for staff belongings. At the second site, a slightly larger 10m x 20m x 3m structure with windows was installed to serve as a canteen dining area, offering a comfortable space for employees to relax between shifts. ![Decorative blurred photo](/dist/images/cs-details-blur-lg.png) (02) ### All-Weather Comfort & Efficiency ![temporary building built next to the larger warehouse](/uploads/generic/Case-Studies/John-Lewis/_1246x625_crop_center-center_none/JohnLewis2021_IMG_4154.jpg) Each structure was fully equipped with flooring, electrics, and heating to ensure a comfortable environment year-round. The rapid installation process minimized disruption, allowing John Lewis to quickly provide safe and functional spaces for their seasonal workforce. ## Client feedback The additional space provided by Spaciotempo allowed John Lewis to maintain operational efficiency while prioritizing staff welfare. The collaboration ensured a swift, seamless installation that met their exact requirements for the busiest time of year. Spaciotempo specializes in temporary and semi-permanent buildings for retail and logistics. Whether you need extra storage, welfare facilities, or workspace solutions, our team is ready to help. Contact us today to find out more. ## Temporary buildings. Lasting solutions. Be it lack of storage or warehouse space, production or maintenance facilities, or cover for your loading and unloading operations, our structures meet every requirement. 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