For many businesses –
especially those working in the media and related industries – it pays to be at
the centre of new developments and exciting changes. This is true both
figuratively and literally, because not only do these businesses have to keep
abreast of progress in their industry, but – for many of them, at least – it is
important that they are situated (in a plain, physical sense) right where this
business magic happens. London office space is all the rage with fast-moving
businesses, and expectedly so, as the thriving metropolis has a long-standing
reputation for fashion, international industry, and that indefinable
‘Britishness’.
So it’s no wonder that
London office space is popular with both big and budding businesses. But the
big smoke is a rich and varied place, and there are many differences between
offices in different districts of the city – in many cases, there is massive
variation even between neighbouring areas. For example, Shoreditch is known for
its converted industrial buildings and media businesses, whereas the City of
London has a reputation for big companies working in the financial sector.
For hip young
businesses, the most popular areas for London office space tend to be the ones
which have recently seen a great deal of transformation. Since the early 1980s,
Soho has changed from somewhere with a somewhat seedy reputation into a fashionable
district with stylish shops, renowned restaurants and plenty of cool,
contemporary commercial property. What’s more, Soho is extremely popular with
media businesses, so if your business needs to stay up-to-date with the latest
developments in this sector, then Soho is just about the best place to be.
Despite its
transformation, Soho has retained some of its age-old characteristics. From the
middle decades of the 1800s, Soho was known for its vibrant entertainment
scene, originally in the form of music halls and theatres. These venues have
been replaced with pubs and clubs, but Soho’s tradition of cutting-edge
entertainment remains very much upheld. Much of the office space in Soho is
within walking distance of top-name eateries, bars and – especially – theatres.
Those looking to entertain clients with some of the best food and drink in the
capital may want to look into renting office space in Soho.
The area is also well
connected – you’d be hard pressed to find a part of the capital that isn’t. Many
employees working in London office space choose to use public transport instead
of driving their own car to work, and Soho is perfectly situated for this kind
of commute. Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus, Covent Garden, Leicester Square
and Tottenham Court Road London Underground stations are all nearby, and those
working in offices around this area are also served by several bus routes.
Soho is hip and
happening right now, and it looks like it will be that way for a good time to
come. New and exciting initiatives are constantly being put in place to ensure
that office space in this uniquely cosmopolitan area remains at the top of the
London hip list.
