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Press Release - Fox Lloyd Jones bring global superstar ghd to Leeds.

02/10/2008

Press Release - 4th August 2008

Fox Lloyd Jones bring global superstar ghd to Leeds

Global hair beauty brand, ghd, are on the move with an imminent relocation from Silsden into Leeds City Centre. Property consultancy business, Fox Lloyd Jones, has acted to acquire 16,000 sq ft of prime high profile office space within iconic Leeds building, Bridgewater Place. With a move in date scheduled for September 2008, Fox Lloyd Jones has also acted as fit out project managers in conjunction with leading interiors architect, Carey Jones, and fit out specialist, Overbury, to ensure the two-storey space full reflects the ghd brand with sexy curves and stunning fabrics.

ghd have certainly got tongues wagging with Bridgewater Place currently cloaked in beautiful eye-catching brand imagery.

The new office has been designed to accommodate the rapidly growing business and to create a space that reflects the success and iconic nature of the brand.

Whilst principally operating as a headquarters office building, the space will also be used to innovatively showcase products and developments to the global market, and the space will offer a unique environment for staff, clients and visitors. Key elements include the creation of a striking reception area and multi-functional training academy, open plan offices, a high specification boardroom and funky break-out meeting areas.

Fox Lloyd Jones director, Paul Fox, commented:

"Our client was looking for a world class head office in line with the growing nature of the brand, and was also keen to retain their Yorkshire heritage and show the world how Yorkshire is capable of producing phenomenal brands. After a comprehensive searching exercise, Bridgewater Place was identified as the optimum choice and we are excited about the pioneering nature of the fit out, which is of a standard and quality not yet seen in Leeds".

Project Manager, Gavin Beevers, at Fox Lloyd Jones added:

"A project such as this with an extremely high profile has necessitated the need for the full team to work together seamlessly and transform the visualisation of the brand's growing ambition into a physical reality reflecting of their status. Each member of the team has contributed notably to the design and fit out of the space and we truly believe it will be a unique finished product".

Interior designer at Carey Jones, Scott Ryalls added:

"We believe people will be blown away by the aesthetics of this accommodation, which reflects a journey through the building and ghd's commitment to the overall interior design as being refreshing".

Paul Brown, Managing Director at fit out specialist Overbury, added:

"The level of detail and passion that has gone into the design and construction of the new office demonstrates the value of a professionally managed fit out project. We very much look forward to an on schedule completion in September 2008 and what we anticipate to be a phenomenal response from staff and clients, who we are confident will enjoy the space on a daily basis. Fox Lloyd Jones has managed the project from conception through to handover, and we are extremely proud of what we know will be a world class office facility that will generate much discussion and dialogue in coming months".

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Notes for editors:

Fox Lloyd Jones are based in Leeds and are specialist advisors to the corporate sector in the fields of Property, Plant and Construction. Focussing on a client base of Banks, Corporate Advisors and Occupiers, they offer essential support on a wide range of Valuation, Relocation, Disposal, Turnaround and Restructuring transactions.
ghd are currently based in Silsden and have a £100m turnover.

Careyjones interiors has forged a global reputation for delivering award-winning projects from corporate banking headquarters and signature casino resorts to beautifully crafted apartments and restaurants.

Overbury specialises in the fit out and refurbishment of commercial premises for private and public sector organisations on projects ranging from £100,000 to £50m.