Calthorpe First For Shaw & Co. Office Accommodation

May 2006

Work is underway on the flagship environmentally sustainable office development at 19 George Road in Edgbaston, which will signal a new era of architecture on the Calthorpe Estate.

The £2.2 million development by Calthorpe Estates will become the new residence for Shaw & Co, the largest firm of dedicated chartered tax advisers in the UK.

The 1,115 sq m (11,997 sq ft) glass-fronted building, featuring a grand entrance and generous atrium, will boast the best quality design and will aim to achieve a high BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) rating, to reflect the building quality, energy performance and environmental impact.

Jayne Herritty, Sales and Marketing Director for Calthorpe Estates commented: “This is a landmark development which will set the tone for commercial accommodation in Edgbaston and will greatly enhance the business community on the Estate.

“The property is being constructed in a manner which minimises any detrimental effects on the environment and once completed will boast an impressive and desirable indoor setting for employees. The contemporary scheme also increases the Estate’s appeal as one of the best places to work and live.”

Already customers on the Estate, Shaw & Co’s continuous expansion from 14 years ago has accelerated over the past year and led to the company no longer being able to operate from its former offices on Calthorpe Road.

Andrew Shaw, who founded the company in 1992, commented: “We are all excited at the prospect of our new modern premises, which will reflect our evolution and corporate values.

“Edgbaston is the ideal location for our company and clients. We worked closely with Calthorpe Estates to identify an opportunity to have an outstanding headquarters, which complements the elegance of the Estate, yet at the same time offers something unique and contemporary.

“Through a steering committee, our staff have been involved in the progress and shape of the development for our specific requirements.”

The offices are scheduled for completion at the end of this year and set a new rental level on the Estate, reflecting the design integrity of the property and the increased appeal of the area.

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