8th November 2010

Greenhouse announce appointment of Leeds' Property Consultancy WSB

Developers of the award-winning Greenhouse, the UK’s most pioneering low carbon office and residential scheme, has announced the appointment of Leeds’ newest multi disciplined property consultancy WSB as their retained agents to advise on the marketing, sales and letting of the schemes exemplar sustainable office space.

Citu has transformed a run down 1930s seasonal workers hostel into Greenhouse, a mixed-use development including 15,000 sq ft of office space over four floors. Located in Hunslet just a few minutes south of Leeds City Centre, Greenhouse uses technology including wind turbines, solar power and heat exchange systems to reduce the carbon footprint of tenants and also boasts super-fast internet speed providing 100 Mb capability, being one of the only commercial buildings in the city to offer such technology.

Duncan Senior, Partner at WSB commented: “We are delighted to have been appointed by Citu to market this truly unique scheme which as well as offering quality office space also sets the bench mark in the city for environmental sustainability.

“Greenhouse will undoubtedly appeal to occupiers who are sensitive to environmental considerations and who are looking to lower their carbon footprint and energy costs, with the scheme capable of providing 60% savings over conventional office space.”

A range of office and studio accommodation available to lease or to buy has been created in the development offering space from 462 sq ft up to larger floor plates of 2480 sq ft which can be tailored to occupiers bespoke requirements. The scheme also benefits from unique on site facilities including a free state of the art gym, a video conferencing suite, shared feature meeting rooms and a deli with its own bakery making it vastly different from any commercial space currently on the market in the city.

Senior concluded; “Greenhouse offers a perfect blend of technology and use of natural resources to create modern, efficient and economical space that will appeal to a range of occupiers seeking offices that will set their business apart from the rest.”

For more information on Greenhouse visit www.greenhouseleeds.net

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Notes to editors:
WSB Property Consultants LLP (WSB)
WSB is Leeds’ newest multi discipline commercial property consultancy with an unrivalled team of experienced property professional focused on the regional property market. Its expert team delivers a full spectrum of transactional and consultancy services and business-driven innovative property solutions for clients.