Corporate clients

Art for Offices

We can provide the full spectrum of services, from art specification through to procurement, installation, and ongoing art curation.

Creating Artwork

Present-day corporate art consists of more than simply decorating meeting rooms and reception areas. Art in the workplace has been shown to improve employee well-being and increase productivity. Furthermore, it is often used in branding and business communication, providing a subtle but very powerful mechanism to boost corporate image.

Art Rental

Maria Rivas Art Advisory can also provide an art rental solution, should you have a requirement for temporary art display or do not wish to purchase the art. We can accommodate a customised solution with rental fees paid in instalments on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis. Rental art pieces will come fully insured and will be installed as well as curated by our experts.

Planning

We will not only assist you in undertaking planning, where you have a requirement to include public art in your development proposal, but will ensure that the art we commission for you will add real value to your business.

Consultation

We understand the importance and value of public consultation and can assist you with workshops, interviews, and exhibitions to obtain valuable feedback from a multitude of desired stakeholders.

Art Selection

Having agreed on an overall art strategy, we will work with you to select the most appropriate artwork for your business, building, and budget. We have unrivalled knowledge of contemporary artists as well as long-established relationships with leading galleries, art fairs, and auction houses worldwide. We can work remotely with digital imagery and presentation software or propose a selection for you to evaluate and select your preferred pieces in private.

Procurement

We have a rigorous and well-established process for purchasing art for you, both directly from the artists and where necessary via their own dealers or galleries. Our long-standing relationships and regular purchases often enable us to achieve a discount for you, as we always seek the best price.

Commissioning

We can also manage the more complex process of commissioning bespoke and integrated artwork for your space rather than ready-made pieces. This requires additional experience and technical skills that we are able to deploy on your behalf.

Project Management

We have a unique capability of working cooperatively with clients, architects, interior designers, and construction managers to deliver our art projects on time and on budget. Our consultants are experienced in the use of project management techniques including resource scheduling, Gantt charts, and risk assessment.

Framing

We have long-standing relationships with several framers who are reliable and cost-effective and will work with us to create a customised solution for you that complements your interiors and enhances your artwork.

Installation

We work with several installation teams that are reliable, cost-effective, and can provide all required methods, risk assessments, and insurance to work on site.

Communications

We are always delighted to assist you in getting the most out of your investment in art through effective communication. This can include the compilation of a catalogue for internal or external use, assistance with PR or internal communications, or even the organisation of artist talks.

Rental

We can provide additional financial flexibility for your art programme through the provision of art on a rental basis. This can be a short-term contract for a matter of weeks, or on a long-term basis over several years.

Strategy

We work with you to understand your existing artwork, the opportunities presented by any new space you plan to occupy, and your communication goals and financial specifics, in order to produce a clear, actionable art strategy that meets your needs.

Audit

We always start by performing an audit of your existing artwork to certify location and appraise physical condition. Written notes and photos are then entered into your existing database or one that we can provide for you. The audit that we deliver is usually accompanied by a defined schedule of recommended maintenance. An audit is often required prior to any valuation.

Valuation

We will estimate the value of your art collection on an insurance or market basis, using a combination of our own internal and external third-party databases. Furthermore, we can also call upon the expertise of the leading auction houses, should a specialist's input be required.

Corporate Social Responsibilty

We see an art programme as a valuable platform for engagement with local communities. This can be in the form of liaison with local schools and art communities to provide added CSR benefits—enhancing your reputation and simultaneously improving the social welfare in areas of presence.