Andrew Johnston, Managing Partner at Addleshaw Goddard, says:
“I am delighted that our new headquarters at 41 Lothbury is now open. For us it represents much more than just a new address. This move marks a significant milestone in our AG2030 strategy, reinforcing our position as a London-headquartered, international law firm committed to delivering excellence to our clients in the City, nationally and across all of our international markets.
“The building has been reimagined to create a unique mix of heritage building and contemporary, sustainable workplace. Design choices have been made with our people and clients in mind, with an emphasis on collaboration, innovation and flexibility. It is a new home for AG in London and one that we can be truly proud of.”
The Grade II* listed building, the original head office of London & Westminster Bank (now NatWest) has undergone a major transformation led by international real estate business Pembroke who oversaw the complete repositioning, partnering with built environment specialists including design teams from Stiff + Trevillion architects, MTT and Campbell Reith, with the works delivered by Wates Construction. AG’s interior fitout was designed by architect tp Bennett and delivered by Mace Construction. From its historic façade to the iconic Banking Hall - now a contemporary, hospitality-inspired reception centred around a spectacular Jason Bruges light installation - the redevelopment stays true to the building’s 19th century heritage while creating a new era of sustainable, modern workspace.
Standout features include an impressive entrance hall, home to a barista coffee bar and five full-sized trees, complemented by heritage rooms, collaboration spaces and roof terraces with sweeping views across the City skyline. The design prioritises flexibility, wellbeing and collaboration, from tech-free zones for focused work to vibrant social areas for networking.
Matthew Knight, Senior Vice President, Head of Europe at Pembroke said:
“It is a proud moment to see Addleshaw Goddard’s teams move into their new London headquarters at 41 Lothbury. We have worked closely with them and our construction partners to deliver a workplace customised to meet the needs of their teams who prioritise experience-driven, digital-first, sustainability-led working environments.
“Our learnings from across our global portfolio have found people come to the workplace to maximize their time with colleagues, and office environments need to elevate connectivity and convenience to deliver this. As a result, 41 Lothbury provides an abundance of breakout spaces to bring teams together, a new vertical connection via a central atrium staircase to encourage flow around the building and numerous landscaped terraces. The focus on sustainability and wellbeing throughout the refurbishment programme will allow 41 Lothbury to stand the test of time and for Addleshaw Goddard’s team to grow and thrive.”
Highlights of 41 Lothbury include:
- 126,158 sq ft of working space across seven floors
- Flexible meeting spaces, huddle rooms for video calls, diner-style booths, social lounges
- Grand heritage banking hall with a large coffee lounge for formal and informal meetings and events and Jason Bruges light installation
- Four full floors dedicated to client hospitality, meeting rooms and events
- 8,000 sq ft of Wi-Fi-enabled roof terraces for staff use and client entertainment, with sweeping views across the City skyline.
- Heritage meeting rooms blend seamlessly with contemporary environments such as The Lab, a purpose-built space for creativity and collaboration with clients.
- Focus on inclusion with accessibility, flexibility and neurodivergent-friendly design features to accommodate different working styles and needs.
- Biophilic design with greenery throughout the building (360 plants including 5 trees) and on the roof terraces
- Sustainability has been central to the project, achieving an embodied carbon footprint
78% lower than a typical new build and 37% below the 2030 LETI target.
- All-electric building with energy provided through air sourced heat pumps
- Targeting BREEAM Excellent rating
- Platinum Wired Score for connectivity
- 1,350 sq ft fitness studio, 180+ cycle racks, ‘cooling wall’ and drying lockers
Sarah Egbu, Head of London office at Addleshaw Goddard, adds:
“Rooted in the heart of the Square Mile, we are thrilled to bring 41 Lothbury to life as a dynamic, modern workplace and to become custodians of a building with such heritage, while adding our own distinctively AG imagination. It provides a fantastic opportunity to strengthen relationships with clients and contacts, enhance our brand presence in London, and to help continue attracting and retaining the very best talent.”
The move to new headquarters marks the latest milestone in Addleshaw Goddard’s international growth. Over the past three years, the firm has expanded its footprint across Europe and the Middle East with nine new offices in Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin, Luxembourg, Dublin, Madrid, Saudi Arabia, Warsaw and Abu Dhabi, bringing the firm’s network to 21 locations worldwide.
The momentum of continued investment in the firm’s offices and infrastructure continues into 2026 with exciting new office moves in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
