EV charging network provider Zest has taken 2,418 sq ft at Paloma Capital’s the Bourse office development in Leeds city centre.
The Bourse consists of three self-contained office buildings – Equity House, Sterling House and Bond House – offering 50,000 sq ft, which have all undergone a comprehensive refurbishment. Zest has taken the fourth floor of Bond House.
Clem McDowell, director at Leeds-based property consultancy Carter Towler, who advised Paloma on the Zest deal, said: “We are delighted a company of the calibre and reputation of Zest has taken quality space at the Bourse. This deal underlines the Bourse’s reputation as one of the finest heritage office buildings in central Leeds.”
Elizabeth Ridler, partner at Knight Frank, who also advised Paloma on the deal, added: “It is also fantastic news that at the same time as the Zest deal, the newly refurbished 2,701 sq ft ground floor suite at Sterling House has gone under offer prior to practical completion. Together with Zest and the trilogy of lettings to Ayko, Synthatics and Smmmile Dentists that were concluded earlier this year, these are very exciting times for the Bourse.
“The refurbishment of this latest self-contained suite attracted a lot of interest due to its large windows, high ceiling and period feel, that also benefits from a dual aspect on to the Bourse Courtyard and Trevelyan Square.
“Space is now at a premium at the Bourse, with Bond House now full. Two suites remain on the third floor of Equity House which are available either individually or as a whole (617-1,875 sq ft). Given the high-quality of the space in this special building, together with its magnificent location, these offices will continue to prove very popular, especially to up-and-coming creative and tech firms who are thriving in Leeds.”
Robin Heap, CEO at Zest, added: “The Bourse is a stone’s throw from the train station, ideal for low-carbon commuting and convenient for our clients. This office enables us to develop our hybrid working arrangements in the thriving heart of the city, as we continue to establish ourselves as one of Leeds’ nationwide success stories in the carbon zero economy.”
