The Art of Collaboration at Kirkby Diamond

Kirkby Diamond’s ongoing work at Bilton Way Industrial Estate on the edge of Luton is a testament to our collaborative approach, highlighting the remarkable results we achieve for our clients. The estate, located 2 miles from the M1 motorway, comprises 49 units totalling 420,000 sq ft.

Recently, our Industrial & Logistics team has been instrumental in the estate’s success, securing tenants for 40,000 sq ft across three units, with an additional 25,000 sq ft currently under offer.

Teamwork at the Core of Our Success

What sets us apart is our emphasis on teamwork. Throughout the project, our teams have leveraged each other’s expertise to simplify complex processes and deliver results.

In collaboration with our Industrial & Logistics team, our Building Consultancy team was appointed to manage a number of dilapidations and project management instructions necessary to prepare the units for occupancy, ensuring minimal costs for the client. Meanwhile, the Industrial & Logistics team provided strategic advice, securing lettings at higher-than-expected rental rates, in collaboration with our Lease Advisory team.

Ongoing Success and Future Plans

The momentum continues to build. Our Industrial & Logistics team continues to provide strategic advice and is currently promoting several units available for lease on the estate, and our Building Consultancy team is overseeing further work on 80,000 sq ft across multiple units. Additionally, our lease advisory team is managing rent reviews and lease renewals to ensure favourable outcomes for all parties.

Eamon Kennedy, Head of Industrial & Logistics at Kirkby Diamond, emphasises the benefits of having a single firm manage all aspects of a large multi-tenanted industrial estate:

"It makes life so much easier for commercial landlords when one firm handles all aspects on their behalf; from improving the building and finding tenants through to lease renewal negotiations. Our teams work together, communicate, and understand each other’s processes, so things get done quickly and costs are kept low."

Mark Pepper, Head of Building Consultancy, also highlighted the satisfaction of such integrated projects:

"These kinds of projects are the most satisfying, when the collaboration within Kirkby Diamond works to deliver real results for our clients, and we look forward to continuing our impressive track record at Bilton Way."

Client Feedback

George Jerram of BrightBay Real Estate praised the seamless collaboration and outstanding service provided by Kirkby Diamond, which has maximised the property's potential:

"Kirkby Diamond continues to deliver an excellent service across all disciplines on the Bilton Way Estate. The attention to detail offered to us is second to none and we look forward to a rewarding working relationship at the Estate for years to come. We would highly recommend their services."

Opportunities and Services

Several units are currently available for lease at the estate. For more information, please visit our Industrial, Logistics & Trade Parks page.

If you need pre-acquisition checks or management of works on a new or existing property, Kirkby Diamond’s Building Consultancy team is here to assist.

Whether you’re a landlord or an occupier, there will be various points throughout the term of your lease where professional advice is essential. Our Lease Advisory & Asset Management team is ready to help.