Avison Young has been appointed by the Gooch Estate as property manager for the estate and public realm at Typhoo Wharf in Digbeth – set to become the BBC’s new Birmingham headquarters when it opens in 2027.
Typhoo Wharf, Digbeth
Located on the main thoroughfare into the city from the southern entrance of the HS2 Curzon Street station, the mixed-use neighbourhood is already home to several creative venues including the Custard Factory, Eastside Projects and Digbeth Loc Studios.
The former home of Typhoo Tea, which opened its packing works in 1926, is being redeveloped to deliver 84,000 sq ft of new commercial premises for BBC Birmingham and 2,884 sq ft of new leisure space. The scheme will eventually comprise 800,000 sq ft of new residential and commercial space.
Redevelopment work on the former home of the Typhoo Tea factory has already commenced, and the BBC is expected to complete its fit-out in 2027.
Guy Thompson, principal, real estate, facilities and infrastructure management, at Avison Young, said: “Typhoo Wharf is part of a bold vision for Birmingham’s future, transforming an area with a rich industrial history into a neighbourhood that meets the needs of today’s communities and businesses. With The Tea Factory set to become the new home of the BBC, and the wider area evolving into the epicentre of Birmingham’s creative economy, it’s certainly a significant time for the city.
“This is a landmark appointment for Avison Young and a fantastic opportunity for our team to showcase our extensive service offer and to help shape a destination that honours its past while inspiring the next generation of talent and innovation.”
Lucinda Hutson, director at the Gooch Estate, added: “Bringing Avison Young on board to manage Typhoo Wharf is an exciting milestone in the future of the scheme. This is a major project for Birmingham, putting the city firmly on the map as a destination for creative talent, anchored by a state-of-the-art new home for BBC Birmingham.”
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