London post-production studio expands with Allica asset finance deal

The Look Post Production, the London-based studio behind some of the world’s best-known television dramas and films, is expanding its central London headquarters following an asset finance deal supported by Allica Bank and brokered by Adamantean.

Founded in 2007 by chief executive officer and senior colourist Thomas Urbye, The Look Post Production specialises in colour grading and high-end picture finishing for film and television productions.

The company has worked on major productions including Gangs of London, Sex Education, Top Boy, Rivals and The Gold, alongside films including We Live in Time.

The expansion will add an additional floor to the company’s Margaret Street studio, creating new grading suites, screening rooms and a high-spec cinema space for clients to review and approve finished productions.

The investment comes amid continued long-term growth in the UK’s post-production sector, fuelled by streaming platform demand and international film and television investment.

Thomas Urbye, chief executive officer of The Look Post Production, said the expansion would help the business support growing demand while maintaining its creative standards.

“Over the years, we’ve worked hard to build a reputation for delivering exceptional creative and technical work on some of the industry’s most exciting projects – from dynamic TV series to successful films such as We Live in Time and Ballad of a Small Player,” he said.

“As demand – both at home and internationally – shows no sign of slowing down, it’s vital that we continue to invest in our facilities and high-spec environment.

“This expansion ultimately allows us to take on more ambitious projects while maintaining the high standards and collaborative bespoke experience our clients – and everyone watching at home – expects.”

Duncan Payne, director at Adamantean, introduced the business to Allica Bank, which provided funding to support the fit-out and investment in specialist equipment.

“The Look is a standout business with a clear vision for growth and a strong position within the UK’s post-production sector,” said Payne.

“As the company continues to take on larger and more complex projects, having the right funding in place is crucial. Allica understood both the business and the opportunity from the outset, making them a natural fit to support this next phase of expansion.”

Tracy Millsom, business development manager at Allica Bank, said the deal highlighted the bank’s focus on supporting specialist UK businesses with strong growth potential.

“The Look is a fantastic example of a highly specialised UK business operating at the very top of its field,” she said.

“With a strong reputation, impressive client base and clear growth trajectory, the team is well positioned to take advantage of increasing demand across the film and television industry. It’s exactly the kind of business Allica is here to support.”

Millsom also praised the role played by Adamantean in structuring the transaction.

“Working alongside Duncan and the Adamantean team was instrumental in this deal running smoothly,” she said.

“The process was made very straightforward for our underwriters with meticulous broker management throughout, ensuring the deal was structured to meet the needs and requirements of all involved.”