HFD releases first look at Glasgow’s 177 Bothwell Street

The new video gives viewers an immersive run-through of the building, taking them from the basement’s 318 cycle spaces and electric vehicle charging points, up its substantial 13 storeys to the 8,000 sq. ft. rooftop terrace and running track.

The CGI footage is set against a sunny Glasgow skyline, stitched together from hundreds of images of the surrounding city.

177 Bothwell Street is the second and final phase of HFD’s wider Bothwell Exchange development, offering around 313,000 sq. ft. of exceptional Grade A office space.

Construction has already begun, and the building is expected to complete in Q2 2021.

CYBG, the owner of Virgin Money, has signed a long-term lease on 116,000 sq. ft. at 177 Bothwell Street, 40 per cent of its total space. HFD also announced that its serviced office business will take more than 65,000 sq. ft. on the building’s ground, first and second floors.

Among a series of industry-recognised building accreditations, 177 Bothwell Street is the first development in Scotland to achieve a ‘Platinum’ WiredScore certification, ensuring future occupiers will have the best connectivity available. The building will also be highly sustainable, targeting an EPC rating of ‘A’ and BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standard.

Stephen Lewis, Managing Director of HFD Property Group, said: “Our new video is just a taste of what’s to come. 177 Bothwell Street is going to provide Glasgow’s thriving businesses with the quality office space they need to help them attract and retain the best talent, while supporting their growth ambitions.

“The building will provide highly sustainable space for occupiers with some of the best services available in the city and a range of amenities on their doorstep. It is firmly focussed on staff wellbeing, which research has shown continues to be a top priority for occupiers.

“The inclusion of our managed office service will open up the opportunity for businesses that only require a smaller amount of space to work from exceptional office accommodation, giving them access to what would normally only be reserved for large corporate occupiers. We have plenty more exciting details about 177 Bothwell Street to share in the coming months and look forward to revealing them as the project progresses.”