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The Aspect Building in Edinburgh’s West End is set for a major refurbishment that will create more than 26,000 sq ft of Grade A office space, landscaped gardens and a rooftop pavilion.
Formerly known as Exchange Tower, the building’s redevelopment is scheduled to begin later this month, with completion expected by the end of 2027.
The proposed upgrade for the Aspect building in Edinburgh. (Image: Supplied)
The refurbishment, designed by dMFK and marketed by CBRE and JLL, will transform office suites and communal areas to create a modern, sustainable working environment.
Located about a seven-minute walk from Haymarket Station, the building sits within Edinburgh’s established Exchange District.
Plans include entrances from Canning Street and Torphichen Street, a new steel-clad stair tower, upgraded communal areas and wellness facilities. Secure cycle storage and other amenities will also be provided.
A key feature will be The Canopy, a sixth-floor rooftop terrace and pavilion offering 1,292 sq ft of outdoor space with panoramic views across Edinburgh. The space will be available to all occupiers for informal meetings, events and relaxation.
The proposed upgrade for the Aspect building in Edinburgh. (Image: Supplied)
The refurbishment aims to achieve BREEAM Excellent and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) A ratings. Planned sustainability measures include all-electric infrastructure, energy-efficient lighting and extensive reuse of materials.
Office suites will range in size from 1,313 sq ft to 8,181 sq ft, catering to businesses of different sizes.
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Maurice Roberts, senior investment and asset manager at Cervidae, said: "The Aspect Building presents an opportunity to give a prominent Edinburgh landmark a new future and bring something distinctive to the city’s office market.
"Our plans go beyond upgrading the office space.
"We want to create a building that businesses are proud to call home and that people enjoy working in, with welcoming arrival spaces, landscaped gardens and a rooftop terrace that makes the most of its exceptional views."
The proposed upgrade for the Aspect building in Edinburgh. (Image: Supplied)
Angela Lowe, head of office leasing for Scotland at CBRE, said: "The Aspect Building will bring a compelling new option to Edinburgh’s office market.
"This redevelopment responds directly to those priorities."
Craig Watson, director at JLL, said: "The rooftop terrace and pavilion will be a real point of difference for The Aspect Building, giving every occupier access to outdoor space with outstanding views across the city.
"Alongside the landscaped gardens, wellness facilities and upgraded communal areas, it will offer businesses much more from their working day."