30 Lothian Road

Edinburgh, EH1 2DH

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Space Available9,502 - 34,718 ft² / 883 - 3,225 m² (approx. 88 - 322 desks)

Ben Reed

Head of UK Tenant Representation

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Craig Watson

Director - National Office Agency

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Summary

30 Lothian Road is a landmark headquarters situated in Edinburgh's city centre and the available office space offers a full turnkey solution

Fully fitted and turnkey office solution
Flexible sub lease terms with fixed costs
Highly prominent and prestigious office building
Available for immediate entry
Access to “in building” amenities; including full service restaurant, coffee shop, grocery store and leisure areas

Accommodation

The accommodation comprises the following areas:

Name	sq ft	sq m	Fitout Concept	Availability
5th - 5th Floor (east)	10,536	978.83	CAT A+	Available
4th - 4th Floor	14,680	1,363.82	CAT A+	Available
1st - 1st Floor (east) / Entrance Level	9,502	882.76	CAT A+	Available
Total	34,718	3,225.41

Description

Built in 1996, this purpose-built property in Edinburgh was designed to the highest standards for Standard Life. With seven upper floors spanning over 274,700 square feet, it offers flexible and well-specified office space boasting exceptional views of the city. The building's prominence is enhanced by five tower structures flanking the entrance, and its external fabric blends polished granite, sandstone, and glazed curtain wall cladding, showcasing a modern finish in harmony with Edinburgh's historic architecture. Inside, the property boasts a contemporary entrance plaza, a triple-height feature reception area, open-plan offices with ample natural light, executive suites, a staff restaurant, parking spaces, and additional amenities. Ongoing maintenance ensures its high standard.

Specification

30 Lothian Road benefits from the following specification:

- Full access raised floors with 170mm void and 4+1 kN per square metre floor loading
- Cat 5 data cabling and power infrastructure installed throughout
- Typical clear floor to ceiling height of 2.84m
- Metal (800 x 800) tiled suspended ceilings
- New LED lighting with automatic PIR control system
- VAV air-conditioning system
- Seven 16-person passenger lifts serving every floor
- Dedicated 26 person goods lift
- BMS System serving the building
- Marble, hardwood, ceramic tile and carpet tile floor finishes throughout
- Hardwood veneer internal door finishes
- Male, female and disabled WCs on every floor
- CCTV system with 24 hour manned on-site security
- Sprinkler system throughout offices and plant rooms
- EPC rating of C

Built as a headquarters building, 30 Lothian Road benefits from an array of additional amenities which occupiers can access, including;

- A full service restaurant and catering facilities
- A coffee shop
- A grocery store
- Extensive shower, changing and locker facilities
- First Aid room
- Wellbeing room
- Two 11 kV power supplies served from separate substations, creating resilience
- 150 kVA UPS covering key services
- On-site defibrillator

Viewings

Viewings are highly recommended and available by contacting the sole letting agents.

Terms

30 Lothian Road is currently leased by Standard Life Employee Services Ltd until 9th July 2031. Our clients will consider various sub-letting options during this lease term.

The office space is fully furnished and managed to provide occupiers with a hassle-free experience. It is offered at an all-inclusive basis, encompassing rent, rates, and service charge. This approach provides occupiers with cost certainty throughout their tenancy.

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Location

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s thriving Exchange District, 30 Lothian Road enjoys a prime position within the city’s bustling office area. Originally established as a focal point for the financial services sector over two decades ago, this area has blossomed into a well-established and successful hub, housing major businesses across a host of different sectors.

The Exchange District is the preferred destination for occupiers seeking large and efficient open-plan floorplates. With over 2 million square feet of bespoke office spaces, it caters to businesses in every sector.

The location’s appeal also lies in its combination of modern amenities and convenient lifestyle offerings. With a diverse range of amenities catering to the needs of businesses and providing staff welfare, the area offers an attractive and convenient environment for work and living. Nearby Princes Street and Lothian Road provide an array of restaurants, bars, shops and coffee shops.

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Agents

Ben Reed

Head of UK Tenant Representation

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Craig Watson

Director - National Office Agency

Agent details

Disclaimer

JLL for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that:

The particulars are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract;
All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers, tenants or third parties should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but satisfy themselves that they are correct by inspection or otherwise;
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If the Property is in Scotland, this correspondence is expressly subject to completion of formal legal missives in accordance with Scots Law.