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Portland House secures 12-year lease with international tech firm

An international technology provider is the latest name to announce that it is relocating its operations to Portland House, the former home of Newcastle Building Society which relaunched last autumn.

Wealth management specialist launches NE operations at Portland House

Newcastle city centre’s award winning Portland House continues to see strong demand for its sustainable workspace after securing a major new tenant.

Award winning workplace welcomes two more tenants

Portland House has announced two more lettings as it continues to see strong demand for its sustainable workspace following a major refurbishment.

Fantastic recognition for a great team effort!

Portland House has been named 'Fit-out/Refurbishment of the Year' at the 2023 North East Property Awards.

First occupiers revealed following multi-million-pound refurbishment

The first two lettings have been finalised at one of Newcastle’s most modern workspaces following the completion of a 12-month renovation.

New Building Manager joins the team

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Clair Kennedy as Building Manager as we look forward to welcoming our first tenants later this month.

Portland House launches following multi-million-pound refurbishment

The former head office of Newcastle Building Society will open this week following a multi-million-pound renovation.

Portland House will be unveiled at a launch event on November 3rd amid strong demand for best-in-class office space across Newcastle city centre. The building already has 30% of its space under offer.

Energise Your Business to Power Ahead

At Portland House, we have made significant investments to ensure that tenants benefit from cost-effective energy solutions that provide peace-of-mind and reduce costs.

Property consultancy appointed to manage newly revamped workplace

Newcastle property consultancy Naylors Gavin Black has been appointed as managing agent for Portland House as the building prepares to launch this autumn following a multi-million-pound revamp.

Q & A: Kevin McGorie of Sanderson Weatherall

In our second Q and A with members of our joint agency team, we chatted to Kevin McGorie of Sanderson Weatherall. Amongst other things, Kevin gives us his predictions for office rents in Newcastle, the growing importance of Energy Performance Certificates and the significant impact that the right office space can have.

Platinum Standard Connectivity For New North East Workplace

Our commitment to delivering the highest performing internet connectivity in the region has been rewarded by an international ratings body.

Q & A: Aidan Baker of BNP Paribas Real Estate

In 2022 workplaces are adjusting rapidly in response to a host of external influences. Occupiers are seeking out smart buildings that are environmentally responsible and offer the very highest sustainability, wellbeing and resilience credentials.

We have been talking to our joint letting agent Aidan Baker to find out what's happening in the office market and how Portland House will address the needs of modern occupiers.

We have the Power!

Ensuring your business has a reliable supply of energy and contingency measures in place in the event of a power failure is critical for maintaining operations and reducing commercial risk.

Construction Waste: It Pays to Recycle

We believe there is a social responsibility to fully explore the repurposing of the buildings we live and work in, bringing new life to old in the process, and reducing the amount of captured carbon that is released from their demolition.

Let your workplace help you achieve your business goals

Midway through 2022, businesses are facing an array of challenges as the world returns to normality in the wake of a global pandemic. From inflationary pressures, challenges in recruiting and retaining the best staff, to the increasing need to improve environmental credentials, there is great deal for management teams to contend with.

Aspire powers former building society HQ for success

The next phase in the transformation of the former head office of Newcastle Building Society is underway with the provision of revolutionary ultrafast internet connectivity throughout the building. Deployed by Aspire Technology Solutions throughout the North East, the ultrafast dedicated connectivity (UDC) boasts some of the fastest speeds available in the country.

Grant funding secured to help deliver sustainable workplace

The developers behind a prominent new workspace, currently being refurbished in central Newcastle, are investing in a series of green initiatives after securing £750,000 of grant funding.

Portland House partners with leading workplace app platform

Portland House occupiers will benefit from a leading workplace app platform to help ensure they receive an unrivalled workplace experience.

Revamp of Former Building Society HQ Gets Underway

National office fit out specialists Ultimate Commercial Interiors have commenced work on the tranformation of Portland House into a modern workspace in the heart of Newcastle.

Former building society HQ set for major revamp

The former home of Newcastle Building Society is set for a new lease of life following the announcement of plans for a multi-million-pound refurbishment programme.

Agency team appointed for Portland House

We are very pleased to be working with two very well respected commercial property consultancy firms in the marketing and letting of Portland House.