Nova, a pioneering best-in-class hybrid facility, has reached completion and is now ready for occupancy in the heart of Oxford’s Life Sciences area. The building was developed by Wrenbridge and Buccleuch Property and subsequently purchased by IM Properties.
The state-of-the-art building, tailored for the mid-tech, R&D and Life Sciences sector, boasts an EPC A+ rating and is targeting BREEAM Outstanding, positioning it as one of the most sustainable buildings of its kind.
The 43,745 sq ft building, sets itself apart by offering the only new volume hybrid solution in the area.
Nova is technically specified for the mid-tech and R&D Sector with a statement frontage and reception. Set within a secure self-contained setting, the building also offers a 20% high quality office content, which has the flexibility to be extended to suit occupier’s needs.
Strategically positioned in a prime location, close to two of Oxford’s most influential science areas – Oxford Science Park and Arc Oxford, Nova adds to its green credentials with on-site renewables, 46 cycle parking spaces and 25 percent of its 50-space car park allocated for electric vehicles.
Rob Hemus, Asset Director for IM Properties, said: “Nova is the first of its kind in the area, and its versatility is attracting enquiries from a range of sectors who not only need the technical design specification it offers but also the credentials of such a statement building geared towards modern occupiers looking to attract and retain top-tier talent.
“It’s sustainable design and attractive setting within a wildlife garden with pond and landscaped breakout and amenity space, puts social responsibility and employee wellbeing front and centre to help achieve the work-life balance employees are looking for.
“Nova is both the future of the workplace and the evolving local market to enable businesses to stand out from the competition.”
Sandy Smith, Development Director of Buccleuch Property, commented, “The delivery of Nova, targeting a market-leading standard of BREEAM Outstanding, has been a real team effort. Successful collaborations are at the heart of what we do, and it’s wonderful to see all the hard work of our JV partners at Wrenbridge, and of the professional team, come to fruition. Thanks, must also go to IM Properties, who committed to this project right at the outset, recognising the exceptional opportunity that it presented. We look forward to working on more projects together”.
James Feltham, Director at Wrenbridge, said: ‘We are delighted to have completed this best in class, highly sustainable ‘mid-tech’ building. Its delivers much needed space into the Oxford life science market and reflects the evolving requirements of occupiers. Nova, reflects the continued commitment by Wrenbridge and their partners Buccleuch Properties and IM Properties to delivering best in class assets.’
Nova is now available for immediate occupancy, with leasing enquiries handled exclusively by Carter Jonas and Colliers International.
