Developers have unveiled plans for a £90 million commercial complex in the heart of Glasgow. Set to transform the Broomielaw district, currently known as the International Financial Services District (IFSD). Atlantic Square is set to be a major financial hub for Glasgow’s city centre, and will incorporate two office buildings, a large hotel with 130 guest bedrooms, conference centre and even a health club.
Glasgow based developers, the Capella Group; believe the centre will generate two and a half thousand jobs, providing a big boost for the city itself. Final approval is now being sought for Atlantic Square, already nicknamed, “Wall Street on the Clyde“.
Top UK companies, including Barclays Bank and Direct Line Insurance have already generated thousands of jobs in the International Financial Services District. A billion pound scheme, started in 2001, which planned to boost the previously run down area of Broomielaw Quay, over a period of ten years. Chief Exec for the group, Jim Fitzsimons, knows the IFSD has already been “tremendously successful” and believes that Capella’s new plans will “further enhance” the city’s commercial profile.
Despite the obvious and painful downturn in the UK’s economy, Fitzsimons believes its advantage of being “better placed” will mean the 227.000 square feet of office space will be booked within the next year (click here for a complete commercial and office relocation service). Better pedestrian access will ensure the development is well connected with the surrounding district.
The A Listed faade of Broomielaw Quay will be preserved, and a fabulous new covered court yard will span between James Watt Street and York Street. It’s hoped, providing a vibrant meeting place for locals, visitors and workers to relax.
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