The building consists of a four-storey podium topped by a 12-storey tower and a newly constructed rooftop level. This 13th-floor rooftop lounge includes a communal bar, kitchen, and retractable roof, offering spectacular views across London. The refurbishment repurposed 113,835 sq ft of prime office and retail space, with 47,263 sq ft NIA in the podium levels and 40,481 sq ft NIA in the tower. By choosing to repurpose rather than demolish, carbon emissions were reduced by 40% and over 4,000 sq ft of outdoor terraces were introduced to create a vibrant and sustainable workplace.
The redesigned Met Building also features an expansive podium reception, a dramatic spiral staircase connecting office floors to rooftop terraces, and enhanced amenities. A notable letting to Avison Young spans 38,000 sq ft of the podium level’s 47,000 sq ft total. Other occupiers include Aggregate, Wiggin LLP, GML Capital, HSBC, Superdrug, and NatWest.
The Met Building is a testament to the value of sustainability, design excellence, and the art of reimagining an iconic structure for the future.
Sustainability & Wellbeing
- Energy recovered from the lift braking system goes back into the building.
- Low-energy indoor air ionisation keeps air quality high.
- Circadian, low-energy LED lighting reduces energy consumption.
- Indoor parking for 111 cycles, plus showers, lockers, drying room, and cycle repair workshop.
Standards
- Filtration improves air quality to meet WELL accreditation guidelines.
- EPC B and NABERS 4.5 rating.
- WELL Certification.
