Venetia Studium seek a new London boutique
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
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.
Chester sees opening of Trailfinders 25th Travel Centre
Trailfinders have opened their new Chester Travel Centre, following their freehold purchase of the property at 17-19 Bridge Street and 21-23 Bridge Street Row.
This attractive historic property provides some 1,200 sq ft of retail space at ground floor with additional Bridge Street Row accommodation over 3 levels of approx 2,850 sq ft.
Trailfinders have fitted out the premises to an exceptionally high standard, with particular sensitivity and attention being given to the historic characteristics of the building.
Lewis Craig, property advisers to Trailfinders, acted in sourcing the opportunity, negotiating for the freehold acquisition and simultaneously negotiating to secure vacant possession from previous leaseholders Going Places who in turn had sublet to Jigsaw.
Trailfinders are brand leaders in the tailormade travel industry and the Chester property is their 25th Travel Centre in the UK and Ireland.
Contact Richard Grossman for further information and on Trailfinders continuing requirements.
The Heart of Kilburn!
We are pleased to announce the recent completed letting of 93 Kilburn High Road to British Heart Foundation, acting on behalf of our long standing client, Navera Trading Limited.
The premises comprising approximately 1,700 sq ft over ground and basement were let on a new 10 year term.
Further prime opportunities ranging from 900 sq ft – 7,700 sq ft are available at the Kilburn Square Development, with further space available on the first floor.
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More Bare Minerals for 2012
More Bare Minerals for 2012
Successfully operating from five UK boutiques and with representation in 130 department stores, Bare Minerals are now looking to acquire several further boutiques in 2012 in select locations throughout the UK.
To see Bare Minerals UK premises requirements click here
For more information, visit www.bareminerals.co.uk
Please contact Richard Grossman rg@lewiscraig.co.uk with ideas
Gelateria Romana – Presto in Londra!
Lewis Craig are delighted to have been appointed as property advisers to artisan gelato shop operator Gelateria Romana, with the search now on for suitable premises in London for opening Spring 2012.
Established in 1947 in Piazza Ferrari, in the heart of the old city of Rimini, Gelateria Romana was named after the daughter of the founder and first owner.
Still operated to this day by members of the Zucchi family there are currently 28 Gelateria Romana shops in Italy, with 8 others in Spain, Romania, China and Dubai with a further 7 opening in 2012.
For more information, visit www.gelateriaromana.com
To see Gelateria Romana’s London premises requirements click here
We are looking for A1 premises required offering 650 – 950 sq ft.
Locations of interest include Chelsea, Hampstead, Islington, Kensington Church Street, Notting Hill Gate, Richmond, South Kensington and similar profile areas.
Please contact Theo Benedyk tb@lewiscraig.co.uk or Richard Grossman rg@lewiscraig.co.uk with ideas.
Bare Escentuals opens at Dukes Lane, Brighton
Today sees the opening of Bare Escentuals latest boutique, located in Dukes Lane Brighton, in the famous historic quarter known at The Lanes which contains a collection of vibrant streets full of character, offering an interesting mix of shops, cafés and restaurants.
Comprising some 580 sq ft, the boutique previously occupied by Addict, is located between MAC and Aveda, with other retailers in Dukes Lane including Oasis, Mimco, Ted Baker, Fat Face, Fred Perry etc.
Richard Grossman of retained property advisers Lewis Craig says:
“The premises are located in absolutely the right location with a perfect clientele here and I am certain will be an immediate success. We continue with our selective acquisition process and right now discussions are taking place with a number of landlords around the UK.”
For further information on Bare Escentuals acquisition strategy contact Richard Grossman.
MD’s First London Property Acquired
Acting on behalf of retained client MD’s, Lewis Craig have acquired the ground floor and basement of 38 William IV Street, Covent Garden for this exciting new food concept.
The 900 sq ft A1 retail premises is located on the north side of William IV Street, midway between its junction with St Martins Lane and Adelaide Street, immediately adjacent to the new Le Deux Slaons restaurant. Fit out works are already underway with opening scheduled for early April.