The Mercers’ Company has let more than 55,000 sq ft in separate deals to three clients in the City of London.
Global law firm Davis Polk has signed for a new UK HQ at the 31,800 sq ft The Whittington Building (pictured); flexible office provider The Boutique Workplace Company has signed a 15-year lease at the 18,000 sq ft Grade II listed 1-3 Frederick’s Place; and Fisher German has taken 6,000 sq ft at Becket House for the relocation and expansion of it’s London office.
Simon Taylor, property director at the Mercers’ Company, said: “The Mercers’ Company’s ambitions for The Whittington Building, Frederick’s Place, and Becket House projects were to make a positive contribution to our home estate by repurposing a number of vacant and dilapidated buildings. It is a true full-circle moment to see these developments come to life with the occupation of these dynamic and successful businesses.”
Neil Barr, chair and managing partner of Davis Polk, added: “We are energised about the continued growth and development of our practice in London and are thrilled to be able to welcome our Davis Polk community and clients to this fantastic space.
“It is important that our office spaces reflect Davis Polk’s commitment to excellence; with its strategic location in the heart of the city, cutting-edge design and extensive amenities, The Whittington Building is the perfect new home to grow our team and continue to provide best-in-class service to our clients.”
Knight Frank LLP and Ingleby Trice LLP acted on behalf of the Mercers’ Company. Davis Polk was represented by Newmark and Lewis Silkin.
