In a significant advancement for sustainable commercial real estate in Germany's capital, Aroundtown has secured BREEAM certification for another flagship property in its Berlin portfolio. "Der Karl," a characterful office building with rich historical significance, occupies a prime position at Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 31/33 in Berlin-Mitte, offering 24,000 m² of flexible workspace tailored to contemporary corporate requirements.
Strategically situated in one of Berlin's most vibrant central districts, the property benefits from unparalleled connectivity via Alexanderplatz—a major transportation hub served by numerous S-Bahn, U-Bahn, tram and bus lines providing seamless links to Berlin airports and surrounding neighbourhoods. This exceptional location offers tenants convenient access to abundant amenities including restaurants, retail options, shopping centres, hotels and conference facilities.
"Der Karl" distinguishes itself through versatile spatial configurations accommodating both traditional and open-plan office layouts. The property elevates the workplace experience with contemporary features including modern open spaces with a startup ambience, an on-site café-bar, fitness centre with shower facilities, and dedicated relaxation areas—addressing growing demand for wellness-focused work environments that support employee wellbeing and productivity.
The BREEAM certification represents a crucial milestone in Aroundtown's sustainability strategy, evaluating the building against stringent international standards across categories including energy efficiency, transportation, water usage, materials, waste management, and ecological impact. This achievement aligns with increasing investor scrutiny of ESG credentials, potentially enhancing both occupancy rates and long-term asset value appreciation, particularly significant given recent market volatility and rising operational costs affecting commercial real estate portfolios across major European cities.
Already, over 50% of Aroundtown's German office portfolio carries BREEAM certification, while the company's entire Netherlands office holdings have achieved this distinction, positioning the property group advantageously as institutional investors increasingly prioritise sustainable assets with verified environmental performance metrics. For prospective tenants, the certification signals potential operational cost savings through resource efficiency, while supporting corporate sustainability commitments increasingly demanded by stakeholders.
Companies mentioned:
- Aroundtown - Commercial real estate company with growing sustainable property portfolio
- BREEAM - Leading international sustainability assessment method for buildings
Der Karl - Bürogebäude, Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 31/33 in Berlin-Mitte; Bildrechte/Image rights: Aroundtown
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