Cotton ExchangeA stunning Grade II listed office building in Liverpool’s commercial district.

Cotton Exchange

Built in 1906, the building is full of character and history and was once the centre of the cotton trading world, housing Liverpool’s thriving cotton exchange, with telephones and direct cables going to New York, Bremen and Bombay. There are reminders of the intriguing history to be found throughout, from the cotton emblems on Edmund Street to the granite columns of the trading hall now within some of the office spaces.

The building has been refurbished, creating a brand new stunning reception entrance which opens on to Bixteth Street. The refurbishment has unlocked many of the building’s period features including the restoration of the striking Terrazzo floor which has produced a spectacular, enticing walkway throughout many of the floors. We also removed the suspended ceiling to reveal the original vaulted ceiling and ornamental domes.

Although the building has an abundance of historical character it comes with modern facilities. There are shower rooms and bicycle storage for those wishing to cycle in to work and we’ve recently completed construction of a conference and events facility on the sixth floor.

In addition, Cotton Exchange is one of the best connected office buildings in the UK, being one of the few places where you can order a 100Gbps internet connection if needed.

The end result is an open and inviting new work space in one of the most historic buildings in Liverpool – an inspiring mix of classic design and modern facilities.

Cotton Exchange is based in the heart of the commercial district and is one of Liverpool’s most iconic buildings.

Building amenities include:

• 24 hour access

• On-site customer service team

• Lift access to all floors

• DDA compliant access

• Bicycle storage

• Shower facilities

• Unrivalled connectivity

• Event and conference space

• Original features throughout

Suite specifications include:

• Open plan suites

• Ornate original ceilings

• Suspended light fittings

• Raised floors

EPC rating 113 (Band E)

Close to the heart of things

Cotton Exchange sits at the heart of Liverpool’s new commercial district. Its location means you will be surrounded by an abundance of local amenities.

When seeking a new base for your business you need to ensure that you have the transport connectivity and amenities to suit your current and future staff, as well as your customers. An office base at Cotton Exchange offers the perfect work-life balance with a wealth of bars and restaurants on your doorstep and over 50 hotels within a one mile radius.

There is a Starbucks coffee shop connected to the building and a Sainsbury’s store adjacent as well as Tesco, Costa Coffee and a number of sandwich shops along Old Hall Street.

Moorfields train station on the Merseyrail network has an entrance at the end of the street and Liverpool Lime Street station is approximately 10 minutes walk away. There are also excellent road links via the city’s inner ring road which leads to Liverpool John Lennon Airport in 15 minutes, the M62 motorway in ten minutes and the M53 in only five minutes.

Parking is in plentiful supply around the commercial district with a number of secure car parks available to choose from, most of which offer contract parking if necessary.

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In good company Across our Liverpool portfolio we work with companies of all sizes from a variety of sectors and understand that each has their own unique requirements. We work with our customers to develop the work space that’s right for them.

Bruntwood is working closely with Metronet (UK), a pioneering North West internet provider to deliver ‘super-connected’ office space.

Metronet (UK) is a business-only service provider currently supplying more than 25% of Manchester’s largest 500 businesses. Our partnership will see all of Bruntwood’s 110 buildings in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Birmingham connected to Metronet UK’s high-speed internet network and will create one of the most advanced metropolitan area networks in the UK.

Our customers can expect connection speeds of 1Mb to 1Gb as standard even up to 10Gb per second in some instances. All of this comes with easy set-up, instant scalability and a 99.5% Service Level Agreement (SLA) for network time.

As a Metronet (UK) core point of presence, Cotton Exchange is one of the few places in the UK that you could order a 100Gbps internet connection if you needed it. With multiple fibre links across the UK, hybrid and technology diverse connectivity is deployed to ensure that the building stays connected even if multiple fibres fail. If communication is important to your business, there is no better location

The right property partner

Finding the right property partnerWe don’t see ourselves as a landlord but rather as our customers’ property partner, making sure that their choice of premises adds the best possible benefit to the way their business works. Because we develop, let and manage all our own properties, this allows us to seamlessly control the whole experience to make sure it meets our customers’ expectations at every stage.

This unique approach to business means you will always deal directly with Bruntwood. From selecting your office, to moving in and running your business day-to-day, you will always be supported by Bruntwood staff.

Customer serviceYou can expect excellent customer service levels, with our professional on-site team always ready with a friendly welcome for your staff and visitors. They will manage your building, leaving you free to concentrate on your business.

Peace of mindWith over 35 years’ of experience in managing our buildings to the highest operational standards, we understand how to keep your workplace performing at its best, keeping disruptions to a minimum. With our dedicated in-house facilities management, you’ll find that we react quickly and efficiently to any problems that arise.

FlexibilityWe understand how your needs can change as your business develops, so we take a very flexible approach to the deal we make with you. Whether you need extra space in the long-term or short term or if you need advice on driving better value out of your premises, you’ll always find us able to help.

Good people to do business withAs a values-driven organisation, we recruit our people based on their attitude, enthusiasm and commitment, because we know that good relationships are the foundation of good business. We apply our values to every aspect of how we behave as a company, both in our day-to-day operation and in making an active contribution to the cities where we operate.

Established in 1976, Bruntwood is a family-owned property investment, management, regeneration and development company. We own and manage a portfolio of property across Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Birmingham, spanning office, retail, leisure and science facilities.

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A tailored approachWe work with our customers to ensure that the whole process of choosing, leasing, setting-up and moving into your new office is as stress-free and seamless as possible.

We can help with everything from space planning through to the entire project management of your fit-out. Our designers will work with you to make the space distinctively your own, getting under the skin of your needs and tailor-making an environment that meets those needs perfectly.

When it comes to fitting out your space, you’re in expert hands. We work on over 400 fit-out projects per year so have an experienced team and can save on costs through purchasing in bulk.

Blank canvas spaceWe have a number of un-refurbished spaces that are suitable for those customers who want to design their work space from scratch. By working with them on CAT A and CAT B works we can offer the following benefits and cost savings:

• Discount rates from our contractors as the project is tendered for one job. The savings we make are passed directly to you.

• The work is delivered more quickly as it is managed as one project.

• You save on professional, contractors and project management fees.

• There is no need for you spend money stripping out an existing fit-out because it is done to you specification.

Helping withthe little thingsOur on-site customer service and facilities team take a great deal of care in managing your building so that you can feel confident everything outside your office is running smoothly. But we also have extra services that help you with the little jobs inside your office too.

Think of us as the people to turn to when something needs doing, no matter how big or small. With our on-site Bruntwood team who can help with most requirements, plus access to great rates from our regular suppliers, you’ll get the best possible combination of value and service.

Because our teams are on-site, they can respond quickly and easily to your needs. Where you need help from a specialist tradesman our longstanding supplier relationships means that you get quality assured work at competitive rates.

Making your life easier

We understand the importance of creating the perfect office environment for your business, that’s why we have dedicated specialists teams to help you on your way.

How can we help?:

• Space planning

• Project management

• Electrical services

• Cabling and data

• Plumbing services

• Cleaning services

• Decorating and refurbishment

• Handyman services

Situated on the sixth floor, this is the only private event space of its kind situated in the heart of the Commercial District.

The purpose-built, 150-capacity venue features the original vaulted ceiling and wooden floors which have been carefully renovated. The space also benefits from state-of-the-art AV equipment, a number of flexible seating options and a back-of-house prep kitchen.

The space has been used by our customers for a variety of events since launch including Morecrofts legal seminars, Ph Creative ‘Pizza and Peroni workshop’ and a number of International Festival for Business events in conjunction with Your Business e-Zine.

In addition we organise regular ‘Meet the neighbours’ events to encourage relationships and collaboration between our customers in Liverpool.

The Old Hall

Taking its name from the nearby street that was once home to the original Neoclassical façade of the Cotton Exchange, The Old Hall offers a unique backdrop for corporate and social events.

Colin Sinclair Director of Property MarketingBruntwood

The Old Hall, Cotton Exchange

“ We have made significant investments in recent years to try and maximise the potential of the Cotton Exchange and the growing demand for unique event venues is a central pillar of our work here.”

For many companies, finding a new work space can seem like a daunting task. Even after they find the perfect place, they’re then often landed with hidden costs and a pile of legal paperwork packed full of jargon.

To counter this, we have developed 20 fully-cabled, characterful self-contained spaces with flexible terms, all-inclusive pricing, no fit-out costs and headache-free paperwork. The development has been undertaken in two phases both with a wide range of room sizes from 129 sq ft upwards. Available from as little as £98 per person per month The Trading Rooms have so far proven to be a popular addition to the Cotton Exchange.

Phase 1 plan

Phase 2 plan

A total of six individual suites have been created, varying in size from 231 sq ft to 655 sq ft, each including plug and play internet connectivity and flexible terms, perfect for start-up and growth businesses in the creative, media and digital sectors.

You can tell as soon as you walk into The Loft that this space is completely different from the rest of the building. Featuring ply wood walls, industrial lighting, astroturf and picnic benches the modern stripped back feel of these spaces have been specifically developed to boost co-working and creativity between the companies occupying the space.

Bringing these businesses together at The Loft we’re creating a cluster of businesses in the heart of the commercial district, a first for Liverpool.

The Trading Rooms The Loft

In early 2014 we developed The Trading Rooms concept at Cotton Exchange in response to a growing need from small or start-up businesses needing work space in Liverpool.

The Loft is a collection of small suites designed specifically to accommodate and support the growth ambitions of young, entrepreneurial businesses.

Paul Stocker PKSD

“ I was the first business to move into The Trading Rooms and it’s been great to see the offices fill up one-by-one. I was previously working from home but now feel part of a thriving business community in a great city with plenty of opportunities to partner with other companies”

Bruntwood is a family-owned and run property company that specialises in creating the right environments for a wide variety of businesses to succeed.

We believe that for our business to be a success, yours has to be too. That’s why we don’t see ourselves as your landlord, but as your property partner, making sure that your choice of premises is adding the best possible benefit to the way your business works.

We develop, let and manage all our own properties, so that we can seamlessly control the whole experience to make sure it meets your needs and expectations. This strong customer focus underpins everything we do, from selecting and developing the property we invest in, to the sustainable management of our buildings and our involvement in the cities and communities where we operate.

Whether you need a single desk for a day or a whole building for 25 years, we have the right solution to suit your business.

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