Baltic Works Refurbishment, Gateshead
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Summary
Transforming a Grade A office building into a wellbeing-focused workplace
Baltic Works has been reimagined to meet the changing needs of today's workforce, creating a modern office environment that prioritises wellbeing, flexibility and collaboration. Through a comprehensive refurbishment, the Grade A office building now offers an enhanced occupier experience, combining high-quality workspace with facilities that support healthier, more productive ways of working.
Originally developed by Robertson, the transformation extends the building's lifespan while ensuring it continues to meet the expectations of modern businesses seeking premium office accommodation on Gateshead Quays.
131,000 sq ft
Grade A office space
3,000 sq ft
high-quality shared amenities
24/7
Gym
Transforming the workplace
The refurbishment has revitalised the building throughout, creating a welcoming arrival experience and high-quality spaces that encourage collaboration and connection.
Works included:
- Refurbished reception with contemporary finishes and energy-efficient lighting
- Modern business lounge featuring collaborative workspaces and private meeting pods
- 24/7 gym and changing facilities
- Revitalised landscaped courtyard with new seating and planting
- Self-service micro market and parcel lockers
- High-speed broadband
- Electric vehicle charging points to the surface and basement car parks
- New branding and wayfinding following the transformation to Baltic Works
The result is a future-ready workplace that responds to the evolving needs of businesses while reinforcing Baltic Works' position as a premium office destination on Gateshead Quays.
Baltic Works now provides 131,000 sq ft of Grade A office space designed around the needs of today's workforce. The refurbishment has created a workplace that promotes wellbeing, collaboration and flexibility while extending the life of the existing building and enhancing its long-term value. With flexible floorplates from 3,000 sq ft, high-quality shared amenities and a BREEAM Excellent rating, Baltic Works offers occupiers a contemporary environment that supports business growth and employee wellbeing.
Sustainability
Refurbishing and repurposing an existing building is a more sustainable approach than new construction, helping to reduce embodied carbon while extending the building's operational life. The transformation demonstrates how existing commercial buildings can be successfully adapted to meet changing workplace expectations without compromising on quality, performance or user experience.
Lasting impact
Baltic Works represents the next chapter in the building's story. By combining thoughtful refurbishment with a focus on wellbeing, flexibility and sustainability, the transformation has created a workplace that is ready to support businesses, employees and the wider community long into the future.
