Plans to ‌demolish ⁤Argyle House, a building prominently featured ⁣in the Netflix drama Dept Q ‌and home to the ⁢tech hub CodeBase Edinburgh,⁢ have been⁣ submitted to the City of Edinburgh Council. the proposed redevelopment envisions a “mixed-use” development ⁤encompassing a hotel,‍ residential properties, office space, and retail units.

Argyle House,a‌ brutalist structure dating back​ to the ‌1960s,is ⁤located on ⁣West Port,in close proximity to​ Edinburgh Castle. ⁣The ‌building is ​currently leased to CodeBase by Telereal⁣ Trillium,​ who in turn lease it⁣ from PGIM, with a lease agreement ⁤extending until​ 2033.

What This Means for⁣ CodeBase

While the demolition plans are now ⁣before the council, CodeBase maintains that there is “no immediate impact”⁢ on current users of the facility.A⁢ spokesperson⁤ for CodeBase stated the association is secure in‌ Argyle House for at⁤ least the⁣ next year ⁣and is actively pursuing ⁣a longer-term commitment, ⁣either at the current location or a⁢ new one.

Argyle House: ‌A Building⁤ with a History

Argyle House, completed in the 1960s, is a notable example of Brutalist architecture. its imposing concrete facade and functional design reflect⁣ the architectural trends of the era. the building ⁢gained recent public attention⁣ through its appearance ‍in‌ the Netflix adaptation of Jo ⁢nesbø’s Dept Q series, ‌providing a backdrop ⁤for the‍ psychological thriller.

The‍ Proposed Redevelopment

The proposed redevelopment of the‌ argyle House site ‍aims to create a vibrant⁣ mixed-use destination. ⁣⁤ Details released‌ so far ⁤indicate ‌plans ‌for a hotel,⁢ residential ⁣apartments, modern office spaces, and retail outlets.The developers hope ‍to capitalize on the ‍building’s central location and proximity to Edinburgh Castle to attract both‍ residents and tourists.

The specific number of units and the ‌scale ​of ⁢the development are still subject to approval by‌ the⁢ City of Edinburgh Council.⁣ A detailed ​planning submission ‌outlining ⁢the‌ project’s scope and impact assessment is ⁤currently under review.

CodeBase’s Future: Options and Contingencies

CodeBase Edinburgh has become ⁣a significant hub for the Scottish tech industry, fostering ⁣startups and innovation. The ‌organization provides workspace, mentorship, and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs. Its presence in Argyle House ​has ‌contributed to the⁣ revitalization of the West⁣ Port area.

While CodeBase ‍is currently secure in its location for the short term, the long-term future remains uncertain.​ The organization is exploring all available options, including negotiating a ⁢new lease at Argyle House or identifying choice premises within ⁢Edinburgh. The leadership team has emphasized ⁤its commitment ‌to maintaining a‌ strong presence in the city.