What makes a leading UK law firm? - Burges Salmon

One Glass WharfBurges Salmon’s head office isin purpose-built offices in theTemple Quay area of Bristol.Our relocation in 2010 was one ofthe largest commercial propertytransactions to take place in Bristolin recent years.Temple Quay is rapidly becomingknown as the city’s business hub.Bristol Temple Meads train stationis just a few minutes walk from theoffice and the area is the focus ofsignificant investment, providingbars, restaurants and shops. Theclose proximity to the Cabot Circusshopping centre allows easy accessto big name shops such as HarveyNichols and House of Fraser.One Glass Wharf is one of themost prestigious and comfortableoffices in the city. We workedclosely with The Carbon Trust toensure that it is also one of the mostenvironmentally friendly. Initiativesinclude using harbour water as aheat exchanger for our cooling/heating system, rain water recycling,and building with environmentallyfriendlymaterials.The offices have been designedto feel modern, welcoming andcomfortable with understatedexcellence, to reflect the levelof professionalism expectedfrom a leading UK firm. Facilitiesinclude a rooftop terrace forclient entertaining, break-outspaces, waterside seating and theGlassworks cafe which has quicklybecome the social hub of the firm.48 Burges Salmon