Bumblebee shop opens in New Barnet

After almost a decade operating successfully online, the new shop gives Bumblebee a visible and accessible base in the heart of New Barnet. It marks an important step in bringing its service to customers in person, strengthening its presence in the local community while continuing to offer the personal advice, local knowledge and trusted relationships that help people find, let or manage homes across North London and neighbouring areas.

The shop has been redesigned to create a modern, welcoming environment that combines professional workspace with a relaxed customer experience. The refurbishment was delivered over the summer by locally based AGL Construction Services Ltd, with interiors designed and installed by FOCUS Agency Group.

Elliott Sweetman, Group Chief Executive of The Barnet Group, said:

“This is an exciting milestone for Bumblebee and for New Barnet. Bumblebee has built a strong reputation as a modern, customer-focused estate agency, and opening a high street presence now takes that service to the next level. The new shop gives residents, landlords, buyers and renters a place to come for expert advice from a team that understands the local market and is rooted in the community. We want Bumblebee to be visible, approachable and trusted — and to create a real buzz in New Barnet and beyond.”

Albert Doda, Managing Director of AGL, said:

“It was a genuine pleasure for AGL to deliver the office fit-out for the Bumblebee Project. We are incredibly proud of the finished space and of the dedication and craftsmanship demonstrated by our team in bringing the vision to life.

The Bumblebee Project team were fantastic to work with throughout the project. Their passion, commitment and collaborative approach made the experience particularly rewarding, and we are delighted to have played a part in creating a welcoming, inspiring and functional environment for their team and the wider local community.

We would like to thank the entire Bumblebee Project team for the opportunity to be involved and wish them every success for the future.”

Frankie Iannuzzi, Head of Architectural and Interior Design at FOCUS Agency Group, said:

“It has been a privilege to help shape Bumblebee’s first high street space. The brief was to create somewhere that feels professional, energetic and welcoming — a place where customers can get expert property advice in an environment that feels approachable and comfortable.

“By combining warm timber finishes, bold brand accents and a relaxed ‘home-from-home’ lounge area, the design brings Bumblebee’s personality to life and creates a contemporary setting for a very personal service.”

Notes to editors:

Bumblebee Property is a subsidiary of The Barnet Group, a local authority trading company wholly owned by Barnet Council. As a commercial business with a social purpose, Bumblebee reinvests its profits into supporting the delivery of The Barnet Group’s services.