BELFAST’S newest flexible workspace Urban HQ has launched distanced and digital viewings ahead of opening in September.
Based in Eagle Star House, it will accommodate more than 500 desks over eight floors, and it will be the first and only flexible workspace in the city to achieve the coveted Platinum Wired Certification from WiredScore.
Managing director Jamie McCoubrey said: “Urban HQ presents a unique opportunity for flexible working in Belfast, providing members with a sleek modern workspace and unrivalled connectivity.
“We believe our best-in-class offering will elevate Belfast’s flexible workspace offering to that found in New York or London. Our space is more similar to a boutique hotel than an office building.
“Whilst our actual opening date has been pushed back due to Covid-19, it has allowed us to adapt our offering to cater to the current guidance, allowing employers to protect their people and enable appropriate distancing.
“Having invested heavily in technology such as advanced thermal cameras installed at the entrance and air handling units that ensure 100 per cent filtered fresh air to every office, we are confident Urban HQ will be one of the safest workspaces in Belfast.”
The 32,000 sq ft building comprises eight separate kitchens and 35 self-contained wash-room facilities, enabling members to space out across the eight floors of the Upper Queen Street property.
Jamie added: “The health and safety of all our members remains our top priority and we have reconfigured the lounge, communal areas and meeting rooms to allow for safe capacity levels and social distancing protocols.
“Flexible workspace has been a hot topic in the commercial property world, but it has now been made all the more relevant. The impact of the pandemic will be a catalyst for many businesses to make fundamental changes to how they operate and we expect this to signal further demand for such space.
“We know how important getting the right workspace is for employers and our show office is now open at www.urban-hq.co.uk for potential members to view. This can be a physical but distanced meeting on site, or a digital viewing can be arranged.”
Urban HQ has also appointed the experienced Donna Daniels to work alongside Jamie as operations director, managing the building and providing support to members.
She said: “As we emerge from this pandemic, the real estate requirements of many businesses will have changed forever. Organisations whose workforces have adapted well to homeworking throughout lockdown may now be seeking more flexible, cost effective solutions, such as that offered by Urban HQ.
“The scale of Eagle Star House has allowed us to be truly flexible to members, with a variety of spaces from light-filled meeting rooms, to focus rooms, phone booths, sofas, and the rooftop terrace which promises spectacular views of the city.”
Urban HQ is currently offering no deposits and up to three months’ rent free for all new deals agreed prior to its September opening.
