Reimagining Historic Buildings with BGO’s Merrik Baggallay | Insights from Season 1

In this episode, we sit down with Merrik Baggallay, Managing Director at BGO, to discuss how historic buildings can be transformed into sustainable, community-led, future-proof places. Drawing from global examples and BGO’s landmark work at 105 Victoria Street, Merrick reflects on the carbon strategies, reuse practices, social value commitments, and tenant partnerships reshaping modern development. 

Whether you're an investor, developer, or office owner considering redevelopment this conversation offers practical lessons and forward-looking perspectives on how to preserve heritage while delivering modern functionality that tenants and communities love. 

We discuss: 

1. Whole life carbon analysis is essential. Efficiency over decades beats short-term fixes.  
2. User experience is the new differentiator and arrival moments matter.  
3. Social value is emerging as a lesser-known office investment strategy.  
4. Community integration is no longer optional; it’s a competitive advantage.  
5. Flexibility is critical when adapting historic structures. Embrace the surprises. 

Links & References: 

1. View some of BGO’s available space
2. Catch up on past In the Loop episodes
3. Read more about this topic
4. Learn more about the commercial real estate industry

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