The Rowe

162,000 sq ft of new architecturally designed office space in Whitechapel with outside space on every floor

• 162,000 sq ft of brand new workspace with flexible floor plates of up to 17,000 sq ft designed by AHMM architects
• BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating
• WELL ‘Gold’ certification with exceptional air quality, 47% of windows are openable
• Over 17,000 sq ft of terraces including a 8k sqft communal roof garden
• Awarded London’s highest transport rating with 9 stations within a 10 minute walk including two accessing the Elizabeth Line
• 1:8 occupational density

Description

The name "The Rowe" was inspired by the local context of Whitechapel; the rows of terraced brick housing that are emblematic of London's East End and the rows of market stalls that decorate Whitechapel High Street which are a symbol of the multicultural and energetic neighbourhood in which the building is located.

Totalling 5,253 sq ft, The Rowe's bright, double-height reception features a café and library area for occupiers to enjoy. It also has the potential for a self-contained entrance on Commercial Road.

A connection to nature has been paramount throughout the development with over 17,300 sq ft of outdoor space, equivalent to over eight tennis courts. Tenants will be able to enjoy a striking 8,000 sq ft communal rooftop garden with panoramic views across the city.

Transformed from a school of creativity to pioneering offices for business, The Rowe sets a new benchmark for contemporary office space, powered by technology, design, and sustainability, and led by a world-class architectural and development team.

The Rowe is targeting BREEAM ‘Excellent’ New Construction certification, representing best practices in building design for sustainable outcomes. The Rowe will be run on 100% renewable electricity and see a carbon emission reduction of 45% compared to a standard office building.

The Rowe is pursuing WELL ‘Gold’ Certification and with WELL principles incorporated in the core design, health and wellness are a central aspect of the occupier offer at The Rowe.

The Rowe is targeting SmartScore certification, providing tenants with an innovative, dynamic and future-proofed workspace. Built into the fabric of The Rowe is a technological foundation that will have direct benefits to tenants' experience in the following areas.

Sustainability

- Windows carefully designed to balance daylight, heat loss and heat gain
- Efficient mechanical ventilation systems with heat recovery Low energy lighting throughout
- Chill beams provide cooling to the lower floors
- Smart sub-metering will enable occupiers to monitor their electricity consumption.
- Highest efficiency energy equipment throughout to reduce operational costs
- Water-efficient equipment and fixtures installed throughout
- Constructed using sustainably sourced materials, prioritising low embodied carbon materials
- Sustainable drainage system (SuDS) on the roof

Health & Wellbeing

- Underground end of journey hub with 284 cycle spaces, 15 showers, 245 lockers, and high-quality bicycle maintenance tools
- Unique position on the Cycle Superhighway 2, connecting Aldgate to Stratford
- A large-planted terrace at roof level and outside space on every floor
- Shared multi-use amenity space on the roof and ground floor
- Indoor air quality is maintained at the highest standard, through 100% fresh air intake with high ventilation rates and sensors to ensure CO2 levels are kept to a minimum
- Excellent natural light

Technology

- Sustainability - The Rowe will monitor data of the building's utility use to optimise efficiencies and environments
- Health and wellbeing - Systems will be available to hone the working environment and monitor air quality
- Arrival - Centralised and seamless system to provide enhanced arrival experience and wayfinding for employees and visitors
- Community and services - Amenity and events booking and access to the building and local services
- Cybersecurity - Clear structured strategy for building's network and systems