Avison Young and newly appointed joint agent, JLL, announce a new occupier for Topland’s 8 Nelson Mandela Place in the heart of Glasgow, with leading nationwide, independent chartered financial planning and investment management group, One Four Nine Group leasing the 5th floor (south).

This strategic move reflects One Four Nine Group's continued growth and dedication to delivering exceptional financial services and investment management solutions to the people of Scotland in a prime Glasgow location. The 5th floor (south) extends to 3,889 sq ft and has been taken on a new 10-year lease term.

The lease aligns with Topland's continued efforts to enhance its Glasgow office offerings. Topland is investing in its Glasgow portfolio to provide a variety of high-quality office spaces, including refurbished Cat A, partially fitted, and fully fitted options, catering to a wide range of business needs.

Enhancing on-site amenity for existing and potential occupiers has also been a key focus within the portfolio, with brand new ‘end of journey’ facilities provided at both 8 Nelson Mandela Place and 144 West George Street, with works at 17 Renfield Street due to commence shortly.

Topland has recently appointed JLL (Meg Beattie) to work alongside Avison Young across its well-located Glasgow assets.

Graham Waddell of Glasgow property consultancy firm, Johnston Waddell, acted on behalf of One Four Nine Group and commented:
“After an extensive search of availability within the city centre, 8 Nelson Mandela Place stood out as the clear winner. Offering attractive open plan accommodation, in a superb location and at a very competitive rental.”

Michael Facenna, Director in Avison Young’s Glasgow Transactions team who acts for Topland, said:
“Securing a tenant of the calibre of One Four Nine Group at 8 Nelson Mandela Place is testament to Topland’s pro-active refurbishment and letting strategy. By investing in its portfolio to provide modern, sustainable and cost-effective office space and by having a flexible approach to occupier needs, the team is well placed to generate further lettings in the near future across their Glasgow portfolio.”

Topland is set to launch a series of upgraded office spaces in the coming months. These spaces present excellent opportunities for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in Glasgow city centre. Highlights include:

8 Nelson Mandela Place (8NMP)

• Fitted Space: 5th Floor North (5,149 sq ft) – Currently being fitted out and furnished to include 48 workstations, x4 meeting rooms, and a spacious staff kitchen/breakout area.
• Coming Soon: 3rd Floor (4,494 sq ft) and 6th Floor (5,296 sq ft) – Cat A and partially fitted space coming soon.

144 West George Street (144 WGS)

• Fully Fitted Space: 6th Floor (3,703 sq ft) – Recently refurbished and currently being furnished. Details on the final fit-out will be released soon.
• Coming Soon: 5th Floor – Further details on availability will be announced shortly.

Portland House (17 Renfield St)

• Refurbished: 1st Floor (2,806 sq ft) – Recently refurbished and ready for occupancy.
• Coming Soon: 7th Floor (4,402 sq ft) – A unique top-floor space featuring pyramid skylights and stunning city views.

Steve Pope, Group Director of Property & Asset Management at Topland, commented:
“We are delighted with the energy and attention to detail that JLL and Avison Young are bringing to our Glasgow properties. All three offer great space in core locations at competitive prices and we look forward to securing further lettings across the estate, building on the momentum generated by the recent One Four Nine Group letting. We are pleased that One Four Nine Group have chosen to join our roster of exciting and growing occupiers at 8 Nelson Mandela Place and elsewhere in the city.”