ATLANTA, June 6, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CBRE Global Investors announced today the addition of professional technology and creative suites at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta. CBRE Global Investors is turning the fourth floor of the 201 17th Street office building into suites designed to meet the needs of high-tech, creative companies that are growing quickly.
"Midtown Atlanta is a mecca for the creative class, and the perfect place for tech companies to establish themselves and thrive," said Jeff Keppen, senior vice president at CBRE. "This design is truly different from anything in the marketplace, and essentially means a fast-growing company can have 3,000 square feet one day and 5,000 square feet the next day — with no headaches."
The innovative design includes moveable partitions (so companies can add square footage without construction costs, building permits or disruption), and raised floors that store electrical wires and allow companies to quickly reconfigure workspaces. The 21,681-square-foot space is currently under construction.
The look of the space — lofty ceilings, brick accents, reclaimed wood, panoramic views of Atlanta — offers the hip, creative vibe that entrepreneurial companies want. That aesthetic is combined with first-in-class amenities and ample parking. Plus, the 201 building is LEED Gold certified.
"The creative design of this space combined with the amenity base Atlantic Station offers makes attracting and retaining employees easy," said Keppen. "Tech companies will have the convenience of a Midtown location, a hip office space and the flexibility to grow."
Two of the five available spaces have been pre-leased, demonstrating demand in the marketplace. "Atlanta, especially Midtown, is increasingly a magnet for fast-growth tech firms," said Keppen. "For firms that have graduated from the incubator, we are offering office space for the next stage of growth."
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CBRE Global Investors is a global real estate investment management firm with $90.7 billion in assets under management* as of March 31, 2013. The firm sponsors investment programs across the risk/return spectrum for investors worldwide.
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