Archive for the ‘Commercial Property’ Category

Burger Kingsway

14/02/2013 by Theo Benedyk

Our client Karali Group have this week opened at Kingsway in a superb location, alongside the recently opened Wagamama, opposite Holborn Station close to the junction of High Holborn. Lewis Craig acted for Karali in the negotiating process.

Karali now operate over 60 Burger King restaurants throughout the UK. We are actively seeking more Central London opportunities like this, alongside or very close to Underground and Mainline Stations. This being in addition to our client’s requirement for drive-thru, high-street and food-court opportunities nationwide.

 

Devon & Devon open their Westbourne Grove showroom

22/01/2013 by Theo Benedyk

Devon & Devon, the world-renowned specialist bathroom supplier, have recently opened their doors at 77-79 Westbourne Grove, London W2. The premises have a superb double-front and comprise some 2,100 sq ft over ground and basement.

Devon & Devon have existing representation in key cities such as Bucharest, Chengdu, Hamburg, Istanbul, Nice, Paris, Tel Aviv, Warsaw and Vienna, and in Italy in Florence, Milan and Turin.

Lewis Craig have managed the parade on behalf of our client, Sandpiper Securities Limited, for over 20 years.

 

An underground world beneath the streets of London

11/01/2013 by Ben Pistol

Lewis Craig recently had the pleasure of a meeting with Ajit Chambers founder of “The Old London Underground Company.” A former banker, Ajit is breathing new life into our disused Tube stations by unlocking the value of historic underground real estate that has largely been forgotten.

The Legacy Project details changes to 26 abandoned or relocated “Ghost Stations” on the London Underground that will allow them to operate as a public and private partnership and bring revenue into London’s economy.

Revamping London’s ghost tube stations

Lewis Craig are delighted to have been introduced to Ajit Chambers and this unique project. Richard Grossman, Managing Partner at Lewis Craig says “we are well positioned to advise on the retail and leisure aspects sharing the same goals as Ajit in helping London boost its economy. With demand for Central London leisure opportunities far outweighing supply, these stations provide innovative space opportunities for galleries, museums, restaurants, clubs, bars and a range of other uses.”

 

Just Falafel just opened in London’s Covent Garden!

07/01/2013 by Theo Benedyk

Lunchtime today saw the exciting launch of our client Just Falafel’s first UK restaurant at 1 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials, Covent Garden, London.

Situated in one of the most prominent sites in Covent Garden, with frontages to Monmouth Street, Neal Street and Shaftesbury Avenue.

The premises comprise a ground floor area of some 350 sq ft, with a similar sized basement area.

Just Falafel have exciting plans for the UK, with this being the first of many openings during 2013. February will see the opening of the next Just Falafel in Hammersmith (Broadway Centre), and Charing Cross Road due to open in March.

We are currently in solicitor’s hands on premises in the West End and Croydon, as well as several other sites under negotiation for franchisees in London, Cambridge, Exeter and Ireland.

As retained advisers to Just Falafel, we  are looking to secure more A3 or A5 sites in high footfall locations, ranging from 450-1,000 sq ft.

Please get in touch with Theo Benedyk or Richard Grossman with any interesting ideas by calling us on 020 7009 0480.

Restaurant Barge in Canary Wharf floats to the market!

29/11/2012 by Theo Benedyk

Lewis Craig are delighted to introduce a rare and exciting restaurant/bar opportunity for sale in the heart of Canary Wharf. The Leven, situated in West India Quay, is set up as a private dining room and forms part of a busy restaurant destination, popular with the surrounding offices.

A unique opportunity in the heart of Canary Wharf, ‘The Leven is Strijd’ (stands for ‘Life is a Struggle’) is a fully licensed seagoing British Registered Restaurant Ship and Bar providing a catering opportunity/business amongst operators such as; Cineworld, Rum & Sugar, Henry’s Cafe/Bar, Browns, La Tasca, Levente, Strada, Weatherspoon, Manhatten Grill, LA Fitness and more on the adjacent Canary Wharf Estate.

The ‘Leven Is Strijd’, traditionally known as a classic Dutch Barge, was built in 1928 in Woubrugge in Holland. She is operated as a private dining and meeting venue providing an intimate and fascinating place to hold business lunches and receptions, cocktail parties, meetings, awaydays and private parties, small weddings and other family celebrations.

Please click here for details of The Leven.

 

London Calling – Just Falafel Opening soon, Covent Garden

08/10/2012 by Theo Benedyk

Additional locations in London and across the UK being secured

 

Dubai-based Just Falafel, one of the Middle East’s most dynamic emerging restaurant brands, launches in London with its flagship store opening in Monmouth St, Covent Garden in November 2012.

Advised by property specialists Lewis Craig and Strutt & Parker,  Just Falafel are keen to bring their regional phenomenon with global aspirations to the UK market, aiming to deliver unique flavours ranging from Indian to Mexican, alongside Just Falafel’s biggest seller, the “Original,” a traditional Middle Eastern wrap.

Just Falafel’s London operation has its own central kitchen to satisfy demand for its hand-crafted falafels, and private tastings can be arranged for all serious franchisers.  Co-founder Fadi Malas, an entrepreneur with family ties to England as well as Beirut, believes the UK is ready for Just Falafel and the company plans to roll out 200 stores over the next 5 years.

“Factors such as visibility of Emirates and Etihad Airlines in the UK and the allure of Dubai as a holiday destination has increased the affinity between these two markets, and as a homegrown success story from the UAE, Just Falafel aims to be the quick service restaurant of choice across the UK,” Malas concluded.

Currently, Just Falafel is in discussions with potential franchise partners to open multiple outlets across London and UK-wide, with stores opening in Cambridge and Exeter during 2013. Falafel’s popularity is on the rise globally, and research from the UK shows that it could be a serious contender to replace curry as the nation’s favourite food.

Theo Benedyk, Head of Agency at Lewis Craig comments, “We are extremely pleased to have now secured Just Falafel’s first UK restaurant in Covent Garden, and are well underway to securing several further sites in 2012. Just Falafel is an exciting brand with a proven track record, being one of the fastest growing food chains in the Middle East”.

Please click here for our property requirement flyer.

 

Biothecare Estetika retain Lewis Craig for London acquistions

01/10/2012 by Theo Benedyk

Since commencing trading in 2008, Biothecare Estetika now operates from over 170 clinics worldwide, with over 12 currently in operation across the UK.

Lewis Craig have been instructed by Biothecare Estetika London to seek suitable premises across London & Greater London, in order to push forward with their exciting expansion plans.

Ben Pistol, heading up the Biothecare London expansion programme, comments, “We are delighted to have been retained by Biothecare Estetika and already have several sites under consideration.”

Please click the logo below for our Property Requirement PDF

Size: Up to 1,500 sq ft at ground floor

Locations: Balham, Bloomsbury, Chiswick, City, Clapham, Covent Garden, Fitzrovia, Fulham & Chelsea, Holborn, Kensington, London Bridge, Soho, Victoria

Rent: Max £50,000 pax

Use: A1 or D1

Timing: Immediate

See www.biothecareestetika.com for more details.

Biothecare Estetika is a non-intrusive Beauty centre offering a unique business, bringing unisex treatments to the high street, making the previously unobtainable, obtainable to the general public with a flat-fee rate. Some of the treatments offered include: IPL laser hair removal, cavitation for weight management, radio frequency, mesotherapy, photorejuvenation, cellulite treatments, electrostimulation and pressure therapy.

 

From Pizza Orders to Under Starters Orders!

21/09/2012 by Theo Benedyk

On behalf of our client Meghraj Properties we have recently completed on a letting to Paddy Power at 11-15 White Hart Street, High Wycombe.

The premises previously occupied by Pizza Hut are prominently located in White Hart Street, which connects the High Street to Eden Shopping Centre.

 

Venetia Studium seek a new London boutique

14/09/2012 by Theo Benedyk

After 12 successful years trading at 37 Beauchamp Place, world renowned company Venetia Studium, has instructed Lewis Craig to seek premises suitable for relocation.

Please click the logo below for our property requirement pdf.

Size: Up to 750 sq ft at ground floor

Locations: Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Kensington, South Kensington, Mayfair

Rent: Max 90,000 pax

Timing: Immediate

Venetia Studium’s activities range from the exclusive production of the original FORTUNY® lamps, to the creation of a vast range of interior design items such as cushions, wall hangings, tablerunners, etc and clothing accessories such as scarves, dresses and bags.

Venetia Studium’s production facilitiy currently occupies an area of 43,000 sq ft in the historic city centre of Venice, and employ a workforce of 80. The head office is at Palazzo Zuccato, a splendid late 18th century building just a stone’s throw from Piazza San Marco in the heart of Venice, in Calle Larga XXII Marzo, an elegant Venetian shopping street.

Liverpool Flagship for Trailfinders

29/06/2012 by Theo Benedyk

Trailfinders new Liverpool Travel Centre is now open for business, located in the retail heart of the city at 36 Whitechapel, directly opposite the exclusive Metquarter shopping centre.

The stunning property, purchased freehold by our client, has dual frontages to Whitechapel and Williamson Street and extends to 8,200 sq ft arranged over ground, first and second floors. The property was previously occupied by Liverpool City Council as a showcase to welcome tourists for the 2008 capital of culture year.

Trailfinders have divided the ground floor to provide an exceptionally well fitted 2,400 sq ft travel centre, along with an attractive new self-contained retail unit created of some 900 sq ft fronting Williamson Street where we are now seeking a suitable retail tenant.

The self-contained first and second floor office space, comprising 4,900 sq ft, fitted to a high standard is being marketed through Robin Evans of Matthews & Goodman.

Lewis Craig, property advisers to Trailfinders, negotiated the freehold acquisition, involving a simultaneous surrender of the lease between Liverpool City Council and the previous owners of the property.

Contact Richard Grossman for further information and on Trailfinders continuing requirements.