Astrea has appointed Mace to deliver the new office development at 38 Berkeley Square.

The new building will comprise 85,000 sq ft of premium office space across nine stories and over 7,000 sq ft of communal terracing. The scheme includes 9,000 sq ft of retail use on the ground and lower floors.

Mace will work with the Astrea team to deliver innovative low carbon solutions, working towards the highest sustainability standards of BREEAM Outstanding, WELL Platinum and LEED Gold. The building will also achieve WiredScore Platinum.

Ged Simmonds, Managing Director for Commercial Offices and Residential at Mace, commented: “We are delighted to work on the transformation of 38 Berkeley Square, on behalf of Astrea. Our team will support the client’s vision for a destination office space with an innovative sustainability strategy, minimising carbon emissions during demolition and build. Drawing on our experience in creating commercial office buildings in the City and heritage developments, we will deliver a new landmark in the heart of Mayfair.”

Rob Rotbart, Construction & Cost Director at Astrea, added: “Astrea is excited to be delivering our first major development with Mace at 38 Berkeley Square. Both teams are aligned in driving innovation through construction to deliver a truly long term Net Zero Carbon workplace of the highest calibre.”

Peter Pulford, Head of Development at Astrea, commented: “This appointment demonstrates Astrea’s commitment to create new spaces of the highest quality in the best locations and marks another key milestone in the revitalisation of Berkeley Square. This unique building, with exposed CLT soffits, has been designed to significantly enhance the occupier experience”.

Completion is expected in Q1 2024.