One of the most interesting mixed-use assets in the country, the Browar Lubicz (Lubicz Brewery), has recently changed its owner and is now part of the portfolio of Interpierre Europe Centrale, an SCPI managed by PAREF Gestion. BNP Paribas Real Estate Poland experts supported the new owner in the technical due diligence process and will now also take over the property management of the office buildings included in the complex.
The transaction covered the acquisition of the office complex of Browar Lubicz which It comprises of three buildings with a total GLA of 7,500 sq.m. For several years now, offices in the premises at Lubicz Street – which is only a few minutes' walk from the Krakow market square and the railway station – remain the favourite spot of start-ups and technologically-oriented companies. An enormous advantage of the Browar Lubicz is its location with excellent access to public transport. In addition, employees and visitors can easily access this place by bike as one of the most important bicycle routes in the city centre runs along this particular street.
- The Browar Lubicz is one of the places which quickly appeal to many people. This is due, among other things, to the unique atmosphere, interesting architecture and the ability to combine history with modernity. I am very pleased that our team was involved in this acquisition, during which we advised on technical matters. This project is all the more important for us, since we will now be able to look after the Browar Lubicz and release the potential of this location, for the benefit of both employees and the new owner. We will draw upon our extensive experience in managing high-quality, boutique and multifunctional projects located in the city centre, - says Adam Jakubowski, Operations Director at BNP Paribas Real Estate.
Browar Lubicz is full of numerous service points, shops and cafes. Moreover, one of the most well-known luxury aparthotels is located there, and since 2015, there has also been a restaurant brewery operating in the renovated interiors.
- We are glad that our client, Interpierre Europe Centrale managed by PAREF Gestion, has trusted us again and the portfolio of properties managed by us for this fund has been expanded by a fourth property. We want to continue to support our business partner in its active development in Poland, - says Pierre-Marie Compain, Director of the Real Estate Management Department at BNP Paribas Real Estate Poland.
The significant addition of Browar Lubicz to SCPI Interpierre Europe Centrale, extends BNP Paribas Real Estate Poland’s scope as local property manager to 4 assets. Apart from Browar Lubicz, the portfolio includes Racławicka Point office building in Warsaw, the BTS Man facility in Warsaw area and Making Waves office building located in the heart of Krakow city centre.
