The British Council for Offices (BCO) has piloted its proposed new office grading system in Scotland, highlighting Haymarket in Edinburgh and 177 Bothwell Street in Glasgow as examples of the next generation of workspace.
The new scoring-based framework, authored by JLL, recognises the role of Scottish schemes delivering advanced sustainability and technology credentials.
Both Haymarket and Bothwell Street have been identified as 'super prime' projects, with EPC A ratings, large floorplates, premium amenities and digital connectivity.
The research reflected local market views, with Scottish stakeholders emphasising the need for broader measures of sustainability, beyond EPC ratings.
The report also emphasised the strength of high-quality retrofits in regional markets, ensuring occupier