Asset manager MEAG has signed the first lease for its 30 Finsbury Square office development in London EC2. The renowned construction and property consultancy Gardiner & Theobald (G&T) will establish its future headquarters there. The firm has secured 54,939 square feet of office space, comprising 3.5 floors of the multi-tenant building currently under construction.
The lease commences in 2028, whilst the actual occupation of the new office space is scheduled for the third quarter of 2029. G&T's decision follows a review of long-term workplace requirements and the firm's future growth. Until the move, Gardiner & Theobald will continue operations unchanged at its current location at 10 South Crescent in London's Bloomsbury district.
Architecture and amenities at Finsbury Square
The entire 30 Finsbury Square building comprises a total lettable area of 122,000 square feet, arranged over a basement, ground floor and eight upper floors. The location is characterised by its immediate proximity to the City of London, Old Street and Shoreditch. Completion of the shell and core works and fit-out is targeted for summer 2027.
- —Multiple targeted sustainability certifications for the overall scheme
- —Biodiverse landscaped outdoor areas, a winter garden and a roof terrace
- —Dedicated wellbeing area to support workplace wellness
- —High-specification end-of-journey facilities for modern commuter requirements
Strategic significance for tenant and developer
Adam Glover, Managing Partner at Gardiner & Theobald, described the new headquarters as a key milestone and a forward-looking investment. The property provides the necessary flexibility for the firm's continued development, supports modern collaborative working practices and offers an appropriate environment for clients. The Finsbury Square location reflects future ways of working and the consultancy's identity.
On the landlord side, Dr Stefan Haas, Managing Director and Global Head of Real Estate at MEAG, highlighted the significance of this leasing success. He noted that Gardiner & Theobald's decision to relocate its London headquarters to Finsbury Square confirms the scheme's construction quality and the appeal of the workplace environment being created, adding that MEAG looks forward to working together closely ahead of occupation.
