Acquisition
We find the space to fit your business, not fit your business to the space
We apply a logically sequential 'step by step' approach to the acquisition process, from the identification of client needs through to provision of post lease services. For larger scale acquisitions we will likely undertake a detailed audit to establish the true structure and size of the client organisation to ensure 'best fit' with any new building to be acquired and the release of any trapped value.
“Our approach to acquisitions is tried and tested. We listen to your needs; we work with you on the planning; we execute the optimal solution; and then we manage the logistics of translating process into action. ”
Nick McCalmont-Woods
A comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of the central London office market is essential in ensuring value for money and in the timely identification of off-market opportunities.
Acquisition Process Chart
Premises acquired recently by Nick for corporate clients include:
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Simpson & Marwick Sector: Legal Size: 1,000 sq ft Property: 6 Lloyd's Avenue, EC3 |
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Charles Schwab Sector: Banking & Finance Size: 2,500 sq ft Property: 10 King William Street, EC4 |
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Coutts Bank Sector: Banking & Finance Size: 4,500 sq ft Property: One Canada Square, E14 |
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The Newspaper Society Sector: Trade Association Size: 4,912 sq ft Property: St. Andrew's House, 18/20 St. Andrew's Street, EC4 |
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World Gold Council Sector: Trade Association Size: 5,000 sq ft Property: 55 Old Broad Street, EC2 |
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Newsquest Specialist Media Sector: Media Size: 12,000 sq ft Property: 30 Cannon Street, EC4 |
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Weightmans Sector: Legal Size: 12,495 sq ft Property: 6 New Street Square, EC4 |
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Markit Group Limited Sector: Banking & Finance Size: 14,400 sq ft Property: 2 More London Riverside, SE1 |
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Abbey Business Centres Sector: Property Size: 17,000 sq ft Property: 30 St. Mary Axe, EC3 |
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Cable & Wireless Sector: Telecoms Size: 18,000 sq ft Property: The Point, Paddington Basin, W2 |
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Marketform Acquisition Company Sector: Insurance Size: 20,000 sq ft Property: 8 Lloyd's Avenue, EC3 |
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Welbeck Wealth Management Sector: Banking & Finance Size: 20,052 sq ft Property: City Place House, 55 Basinghall Street, EC2 4 |
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International Accounting Standards Committee Foundation Sector: Regulatory Body Size: 20,650 sq ft Property: 30 Cannon Street, EC4 |
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Abbey Business Centres Sector: Property Size: 28,000 sq ft Property: One Canada Square, E14 |
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SunGard Sector: IT Size: 83,720 sq ft Property: 25 Canada Square, E14 |
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- Office acquisitions
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