Aroundtown has signed two long-term lease agreements for Newton House in Utrecht, covering a total of approximately 3,500 m² of office space. Newton House welcomes AVVR Advocaten Notariaat, a renowned Utrecht-based law and notary firm, and a pension fund as new tenants. This letting success is the result of Aroundtown’s active development of the property. Over the past few years, Newton House has been systematically repositioned: significant parts of the building have been renovated, the range of tenant services has been expanded, and investments have been made in energy-efficient technologies to make the property future-proof.
Today, Newton House offers companies a modern, service-oriented and sustainable working environment, a combination that is increasingly decisive when choosing an office location.
Designed by New York-based Rietveld Architects, Newton House is a modern office building located in the Rijnsweerd Noord office park on the eastern side of Utrecht. Situated between Utrecht Science Park and the city centre, the property benefits from a strong research and business environment and excellent accessibility. Public transport provides fast connections to Utrecht Central Station, while direct access to the A27, A28 and A12 motorways ensures convenient access by car.
As part of the development, Aroundtown has further enhanced the building’s shared amenities to create a comfortable and flexible working environment. The entrance area was refurbished into a spacious, multifunctional lounge that serves as a meeting point and informal workspace, and the staff restaurant has undergone extensive modernization. Additional facilities include a coffee bar, staffed reception, grab-and-go dining options, meeting rooms, an auditorium, a restaurant, a terrace and a bar, as well as valet parking. This allows tenants to offer their employees services that go well beyond their own office space.
Sustainability is an integral part of Newton House, which holds a BREEAM “Very Good” certification. The thermal energy storage system, for example, stores surplus heat in summer for use in winter and cold in winter for cooling in summer. This reduces the need for conventional heating and cooling energy and ensures stable indoor temperatures throughout the year. Photovoltaic panels generate electricity directly on site, lowering both grid consumption and operating costs. Together with mechanical ventilation with integrated cooling, LED lighting and an efficient climate control system, these measures create a comfortable indoor environment with low energy consumption. Electric vehicle charging stations in the parking garage make it easier for tenants’ employees and visitors to switch to electric mobility.
In 2027, Newton House will meet the “Paris Proof” standard, marking a further step towards significantly lower energy consumption in building operations. This is an increasingly relevant factor for tenants pursuing their own sustainability goals.
Bright Real Estate Advisors acted as advisor to Aroundtown in connection with the lease agreement with AVVR, while Cushman & Wakefield advised Aroundtown on the lease agreement with the pension fund. The leasing success underlines Aroundtown’s market expertise in positioning modern office space. Aroundtown is one of Europe’s leading listed real estate companies.
