The capital's office rental market is complemented by a modern, sustainable business center distinguished by modern engineering solutions. Sustainable Urban Development and Construction Company "YIT LithuaniaThe doors of the 18th-floor Sky Office are opening in the Viršuliškių district of Vilnius.
The project started by the developer in 2021 was successfully completed and offers the capital's office rental market ergonomic premises adapted to different business needs, modern infrastructure, green engineering solutions and impressive city panoramas.
According to Kęstutis Vanagas, the manager of YIT Lietuva, the new business center that has emerged in the Viršuliškių district of Vilnius is becoming a serious competitor for the entire capital's office rental market. According to the interviewer, this is a modern and surprising project with advanced technologies, which opens up not only the extraordinary view of Vilnius panorama, but also a new approach to work in the city.
"We always develop a vision of a different city - green, sustainable, built responsibly for both people and the environment. With this project, we wanted to change the perception of a traditional business center and took care of tenants' amenities in a complex way. We paid a lot of attention to the ergonomics of the offices and modern building solutions. Those who work here will be able to enjoy the green spaces and admire the capital from above on the inviting roof terrace with the only glass balcony of its kind," he says.
A strategically convenient location can solve everyday challenges
According to the latest Sustainability Barometer study conducted by the KOG Institute of Marketing and Communication Sciences at the initiative of the company, when residents think about the journey between work and home, the most important thing is distance. However, as many as a third (33%) of people who took part in the study indicated that it was important for them to reach shops on the way to work, and one in five (19%) indicated that they would look for a kindergarten or school on the way.
"We planned this business center, like all our other objects, according to the concept of the "15-minute city", according to which modern citizens should be able to reach their workplace and all the necessary services from home in such a short time. Sky Office is conveniently accessible from the city's main transport artery - the Western Ring Road, which connects Vilnius with the country's largest cities. It is easy to get to the airport, buses and trains from Viršuliškii the station, the center of the capital. Next to the business center, there is also a well-developed service infrastructure, there is no shortage of food and shopping places. The nearby shopping center also increases the attraction of residents in this part of the city.Vilnius Outlet", says the company manager.
Focus on sustainable solutions
This project is designed with comfort in mind as well. With the choice of sustainable mobility measures, there are closed under-roof storage areas for bicycles and scooters with the possibility of charging. The business center can be easily reached by public transport, and for those arriving by car, 196 parking spaces are planned today - 78 on the surface and 118 in the underground parking lot. "At the request of tenants, charging stations for electric cars are also installed. "Elektrum" installed two 160 kW power stations near the building, and if there is a need, it is planned to build even more of them," says K. Vanagas.
In this business center, sustainability as a priority is also reflected in other solutions: 12 thousand. sq. m building meets the requirements for the A+ energy class, the technical project has been awarded the "BREEAM Exellent" certificate. A solar power plant is installed on the roof of the business center, the elevators have regenerative drives that allow additional electricity generation. The building is equipped with an automatically regulated air-to-air cooling and heating system. This allows not to waste energy when systems are duplicated.
It is still possible to settle in the new business center
In the business center, the layout of office spaces is well thought out. According to K. Vanag, the floors of the building are designed according to modern trends, so the business center can comfortably accommodate both large and smaller organizations. The average floor area of a business center is 560 square meters. m, spaces are also easy to divide into smaller ones and transform.
"All workplaces can be installed near windows that provide a large amount of natural daylight. In addition, the building is distinguished by a convenient layout and all the advantages already mentioned. In total, the business center will add 8 square meters to the capital's office rental market. m of leased area. Although a significant part of the premises is already rented or reserved, there are still opportunities to set up your own office in this business center. At the moment, the business center is also waiting for a major investor," says the manager.
