A founder’s reflection by Martyn Hind
This month marks a significant milestone for AMH Projects as we celebrate 13 years in business.
Interestingly, I’m not entirely sure why the 13th anniversary resonates with me quite so much. Apart from celebrating our 10-year milestone, we’ve never really marked our company birthdays. Perhaps it’s because reaching 13 years has prompted me to pause and reflect on just how much has happened during that time.
When you’re running a small business, it’s easy to move straight from one challenge to the next without stopping to recognise what has been achieved. You’re focused on supporting clients, developing your team, winning work, delivering projects and planning for the future. Before you know it, another year has passed.
Reaching 13 years is something I am incredibly proud of, particularly in a competitive and ever-changing industry. While people often see the finished projects, successful handovers and business growth, the reality of running a small business is often far less visible.
Behind every project delivered, every client meeting attended and every deadline achieved are countless hours of hard work, dedication and determination. There have been early mornings, late nights, weekends spent working, difficult decisions to make and challenges to overcome. Building and sustaining a business requires resilience, commitment and a willingness to continually adapt to changing market conditions, economic uncertainty and evolving client expectations.
How AMH Projects started
AMH Projects began life in 2013 as a partnership between myself and Andy Moore, founded on a shared ambition to create a business that would deliver high-quality commercial interior solutions and exceptional client service. Those early years laid the foundations for everything the business has become today, and I remain grateful to Andy for the contribution he made in helping establish the company and the values that continue to guide us.
Since taking sole ownership in 2020, the focus has remained the same: building on those foundations while continuing to invest in our people, processes and services. Like many business owners, there have been moments of pressure, setbacks and uncertainty along the way, but there have also been many rewarding experiences. Seeing our team develop, watching projects transform workplaces and building long-term relationships with clients who continue to place their trust in us makes the journey worthwhile.
Office fit-out and workplace design across the UK
Over the past 13 years, AMH Projects has been privileged to work with organisations across the UK, helping them create workplaces that support their people, culture and business objectives. From workplace consultancy and design through to fit-out, refurbishment and aftercare, our focus has always been on delivering value and creating environments where businesses can thrive.
How the commercial interiors sector has changed
The commercial interiors sector has evolved significantly during this time. We have seen changing workplace strategies, the rise of hybrid working, increasing demands for sustainability and a greater focus on employee wellbeing. Throughout these changes, our approach has remained consistent: listening first, understanding our clients’ needs and providing honest, practical advice before developing solutions.
The people behind the business
As I contemplate the last 13 years, what stands out most isn’t the number of projects completed or the milestones reached. It’s the people who have been part of the journey. The clients who trusted us with their projects, the colleagues who have helped shape the business, the suppliers and consultants who have supported us, and the friends and family who have stood behind us through the highs and lows.
I would like to take this opportunity to recognise the incredible team we have at AMH Projects today. Melody, Gareth, Jason, Clare and Chloe continue to demonstrate outstanding professionalism, commitment and dedication every day. Their hard work, expertise and willingness to go the extra mile for our clients play a huge part in the success of the business, and I am extremely grateful for everything they do. I am fortunate to work alongside people who care about our clients, our projects and our reputation as much as I do.
I would also like to thank every member of the AMH Projects team, past and present. Every individual who has been part of the business has contributed to our story, our culture and our success. Building a business is never the achievement of one person alone, and I am genuinely grateful for the commitment, hard work and support shown throughout the years.
Finally, I would like to thank my family for their unwavering support throughout this journey. Running a business inevitably brings challenges, pressures and sacrifices, and their encouragement, patience and understanding have been invaluable over the years.
In particular, I would like to thank my wife, Hayley. The reality of building and running a business often extends far beyond normal working hours, and her continued support, belief and encouragement have helped me navigate both the successes and the challenges that come with business ownership. Quite simply, I could not have done it without her. Running a small business is never a solo effort, and I am incredibly grateful to everyone who has contributed to our journey along the way.
Looking ahead
As we celebrate this milestone, we remain as passionate and ambitious as we were on day one. We continue to invest in our people, strengthen our relationships and help our clients create inspiring, productive and sustainable workplaces.
Thank you to everyone who has supported AMH Projects over the past 13 years. We are proud of what we have achieved together and excited about what the future holds.
Thank you for being part of it.
