The Rowe, 60 Whitechapel High Street, E1

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Summary

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

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.

Location

Where tech meets the city, culture meets commerce, history meets the hyper-modern. Located to the east of the Aldgate intersection, with an entrance to Aldgate Wast tube station directly outside the building, The Rowe is in the heart of vibrant Whitechapel.

With Aldgate East Station on the doorstep, 9 stations within a 10-minute walk (including 2 Elizabeth line entrances), and adjacent to Cycle Superhighway 2, The Rowe achieves the highest rating in TFL's transport connectivity assessment.

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