IDHL doubles office space in Leeds with new 10-year lease

IDHL, a digital marketing agency in the UK, has increased its office space at 10 South Parade, Leeds, almost twofold.

Previously situated in a 5,600-square-foot office on the ground floor since 2019, the agency is relocating to the entire first floor, which spans 9,600 square feet. This move is accompanied by a new 10-year lease.

The new office, designed by contractor TSK, features a contemporary layout and is intended to foster collaboration. The bespoke space includes 100 desks, ten meeting rooms, a training facility, a theatre-style space, a podcast room, phone booths, a business lounge and a client meeting suite. Communal areas for breakouts, social connections, and celebrations are also part of the new design.

Employees at the Leeds office have access to amenities such as lockable bike storage, club-quality changing facilities, and electric car charging points. IDHL supplies fresh fruit and refreshments in communal areas as well. The meeting spaces are equipped with technology to facilitate online participation, and the office layout supports flexible meeting room configurations, enabling client and colleague events on-site.

Ben Wood, CEO of IDHL, highlighted the significance of the move: "We're making significant investments in our IDHL offices across the UK this year, as part of our mission to provide the very best working environments for our 400-strong workforce. The move to our new 10,000 sq ft Leeds office marks a really exciting moment for our business, as we continue to focus on attracting and retaining the very best digital talent alongside delivering best-in-class service for clients."

"Fitted out with the very best technology, it offers a state-of-the-art environment to support our hybrid working approach. Leeds is our busiest office, located on the doorstep of many of the city's professional and financial businesses and in close range to exceptional amenities, so it's a pivotal moment for IDHL. We recognise that people want to work flexibly and also have the chance to work in a relaxed workspace. The move has been well received and we look forward to seeing it continue to thrive as a popular location. Our thanks to TSK and Witton Developments for their support," Wood added.

Jason Stowe, managing director of Wilton Developments, commented on the redevelopment of the original building in 2010 and its enduring appeal: "10SP remains one of the most populated buildings within our office portfolio. We have sought to constantly evolve the building to meet the changing needs of occupiers, and we are particularly pleased that we were able to work with the team at IDHL to facilitate its next stage of growth in Leeds."

Hannah Snell, account director at TSK, shared her perspective on the new office design: "It's been a pleasure collaborating with IDHL to design and deliver their state-of-the-art, people-focused Leeds office. The goal was to create a destination workplace that prioritises the experience of both their employees and visitors, enhancing their ability to attract and retain top talent and clients. This office, which unites all their brands under one roof, plays a key role in defining their current business identity. As Leeds serves as their central hub, it was essential to design a space with diverse work settings to foster effective collaboration and offer flexibility for future needs. We've loved being an extension of the IDHL team, and look forward to working with them in the future."

The Leeds offices of CBRE and Knight Frank acted on behalf of the building's owner, East Parade Limited, while Fox Lloyd Jones represented IDHL in the letting. Clair McGowan from CBRE added: "It's been great to work with the team in getting this deal over the line. Retaining IDHL as an occupier is testament to the quality of the office space on offer at 10 South Parade. The building is centrally located with amenities on your doorstep."