Boulted Bread // Benchwarmers // Bright Spot

Benchwarmers Bagels to Join Vibrant Retail Lineup at NHID

Kane Realty Corporation is thrilled to announce that Benchwarmers Bagels, the beloved local eatery known for its artisanal bagels and wood-fired pizzas, will open a new location at the North Hills Innovation District (NHID). Currently operating out of Transfer Co. Food Hall, Benchwarmers’ expansion to NHID follows the recent announcement of their upcoming location at Rockway. Both new locations will offer an expanded menu featuring bagels, sandwiches, and nightly pizzas, along with an enhanced beverage program and extended operating hours.

 

Founded by the talented culinary team behind Boulted Bread, Jubala Coffee, and Bright Spot Donuts, Benchwarmers Bagels has become a cornerstone of Raleigh’s vibrant food scene. Using locally milled organic flours, the dough undergoes a meticulous 36-hour fermentation process before being baked in a 10,000-pound wood-fired oven, resulting in bagels with exceptional texture and flavor. Benchwarmers’ playful menu masterfully blends unexpected flavors with nostalgic favorites, all rooted in Southern traditions.

 

Benchwarmers’ new location at NHID will be a freestanding retail space at the heart of the district, nestled along the new Hardimont Road extension at the base of Tower 5—North Hills’ newest office tower. Benchwarmers’ 2,800-square-foot building will offer sprawling outdoor seating with pedestrian connections to Makers Alley, Standard Beer + Food, and nearby offices and residences. This location will embrace NHID’s nature-focused setting and Greenway connections, providing easy access for North Hills’ residents, visitors, and workers.

 

“We’re honored to have the opportunity to continue to feed our hometown,” said Sam Kirkpatrick, Co-founder of Benchwarmers Bagels.

 

“We are beyond excited to welcome Benchwarmers to the North Hills Innovation District and Rockway,” said Stacey Buescher, Managing Director of Operations at Kane Realty Corporation. “Their success in creating beloved local businesses aligns perfectly with our vision for vibrant, community-centered spaces. We take great pride in Benchwarmers choosing to partner with Kane Realty on not just one, but two significant projects. This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to fostering growth and bringing unique, high-quality experiences to Raleigh. We look forward to the positive impact their presence will have on these districts.”

 

Benchwarmers plans to open its NHID store in the months following the opening of the Rockway location.

421 N. Harrington

Leading Technology Company Signs Office Lease at Smoky Hollow

Leading Visual Collaboration Suite provider to relocate east coast hub in downtown Raleigh from coworking space to Smoky Hollow

Smoky Hollow aligns with the company’s need for well-located, top quality office space that maximizes workplace culture and provides access to walkable urban amenities

 

Kane Realty Corporation, along with Williams Realty & Building Company and Lionstone Investments, is excited to announce Lucid Software has signed a lease to relocate its east coast hub to 421 N. Harrington office building at Smoky Hollow in Downtown Raleigh.

Lucid is a pioneer and leader in visual collaboration dedicated to helping teams see and build the future. With its products—Lucidchart, Lucidspark, and Lucidscale—teams are supported from ideation to execution and are empowered to align around a shared vision, clarify complexity, and collaborate visually, no matter where they are. Lucid is proud to serve top businesses around the world, including customers such as Google, GE, and NBC Universal, and 99% of the Fortune 500. Lucid partners with industry leaders, including Google, Atlassian, and Microsoft. Since its founding, Lucid has received numerous awards for its products, business, and workplace culture. For more information, visit lucid.co.

“We’ve enjoyed tremendous success in Raleigh, thanks to its vibrant tech community and talented workforce, and we’re thrilled to continue that journey in the dynamic Smoky Hollow district,” said Kat Judd, Chief People Officer at Lucid Software. “The vibrant energy, state-of-the-art workspaces, and urban conveniences of Smoky Hollow make it the perfect home for our next phase of growth and innovation.”

Having originally opened its first phase in spring 2020, Smoky Hollow is now a vibrant mixed-use district with outdoor gathering spaces, services and dining options, access to public transportation and two apartment buildings. The district’s ground level retail is fully leased to a variety of walkable amenities, including restaurants Madre, Midwood Smokehouse, Barrio Tacos, and Tucker Street Diner; entertainment and bar spots The Crunkleton and Neighborhood; Hone-Sharpen culinary studio; Publix grocery store; Dose Yoga + Smoothie Bar, Jetset Pilates, Hush salon and more!

421 N. Harrington St. is a 9-story, 225,000-rentable-square-foot, Class A office building atop ground-level retail encompassing an engaging pedestrian promenade with adjacent structured parking. The office experience features lifestyle-oriented workplaces such as large conference space, collaborative work areas, outdoor terraces and a bicycle center.

“We are beyond thrilled to welcome this dynamic company to Smoky Hollow,” said Hooker Manning, Director of Office Leasing at Kane Realty. “421 N. Harrington office building offers a lifestyle-oriented work experience designed to promote productivity and collaboration. We are sure their employees and visitors will enjoy well-located, high-quality office space walkable to some of the top restaurants and destinations in downtown Raleigh.”

Jason High and Josh Stanley with CBRE represented Lucid in their lease transaction.

Barking Dog

NYC’s Barking Dog Comes to North Hills

Kane Realty Corporation is excited to announce that Barking Dog NYC will open its first North Carolina location in the Park District of North Hills. With two popular locations in New York City, Barking Dogs brings its pet-friendly charm and vibrant dining experience to Raleigh, highlighting North Hills’ dedication to fostering a vibrant, pet-friendly environment for residents and visitors alike.

Barking Dog will be located next to Blown Away adjacent to Midtown Park in the Park District of North Hills, offering a cozy spot for patrons to enjoy delicious food alongside their furry companions. Known for its relaxed, neighborhood vibe, the restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and comfort food classics.

“We are excited to welcome our friends coming from NYC to North Hills,” said Stacey Buescher, Managing Director of Operations at Kane Realty Corporation. “Their concept aligns beautifully with our dog-friendly philosophy and proximity to Midtown Park. This location will foster great synergy with the surrounding amenities, giving residents and visitors another fantastic place to dine and relax with their pets.”

The new Barking Dog aims to become a beloved neighborhood hangout for North Hills, offering a variety of menu options alongside outdoor seating perfect for dog lovers. Guests can expect the same fun, welcoming atmosphere that has made the NYC locations a success, now in the heart of Raleigh’s dynamic Midtown.

For more information on Barking Dog NYC, visit barkingdognyc.com.

Barrio Tacos

Barrio Tacos to Open at Smoky Hollow

Kane Realty Corporation is excited to welcome Barrio Tacos + Tequila + Whiskey to Smoky Hollow, marking another exciting addition to downtown Raleigh’s vibrant food scene. Known for its build-your-own tacos, creative cocktails, and bold flavors, Barrio Tacos is set to open its first Raleigh location in early 2025.

Barrio Tacos is a celebrated concept that has expanded across the country, offering customers the opportunity to customize their tacos with a wide range of fresh, unique ingredients. With an emphasis on fun, flavor, and a community-focused vibe, Barrio Tacos will bring its lively atmosphere to Smoky Hollow, complementing the urban energy of the area.

“We’re so excited to welcome Barrio Tacos to Smoky Hollow as part of our ongoing efforts to create a wide array of dining options in downtown Raleigh,” said Stacey Buescher, Managing Director of Operations at Kane. “Their build-your-own taco concept and vibrant environment area perfect fit for the community we’re fostering at Smoky Hollow. We believe Barrio Tacos will become a favorite for locals and visitors alike.”

In addition to its taco offerings, Barrio Tacos features an extensive drink menu, including tequila and whiskey selections, making it a go-to spot for social gatherings, casual dinners, and weekend outings.

For more information about Barrio Tacos and opening in Smoky Hollow, visit barrio-tacos.com.

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Healthcare Staffing Company Leases Over 46,000 SF at One North Hills Tower

Weatherby Healthcare to relocate its local office to North Hills, in a floor and a half at the brand new One North Hills Tower.

Sustained high office leasing activity at North Hills is testament to demand for well-located, best-in-market office space that maximizes workplace culture, productivity, collaboration, and lifestyle amenities.

 

Kane Realty Corporation is excited to announce that Weatherby Healthcare, an industry leader in locum staffing solutions for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, has signed a lease for one full floor and half of another at the Trophy-class One North Hills Tower in North Hills totaling 46,309 square feet of office space. The North Hills location will be a relocation from within the local Triangle area.

Weatherby Healthcare, a CHG Healthcare Company, with offices located in Florida and North Carolina, works with top healthcare providers of all levels and specialties to fill locum tenens assignments in large-scale healthcare networks, hospitals, and clinics nationwide.

Recently opened in the Main District of North Hills in Midtown Raleigh, One North Hills Tower is a 264,000-square-foot, 10-story office tower offering:
• access to walkable 6 million square foot hub of places to live, work, shop, dine, play and stay at North Hills
• prominent I-440 visibility and breathtaking interior views
• hospitality-influenced conference space and collaborative amenity spaces
• a large second level outdoor amenity terrace featuring a mural by a local Raleigh female artist, and
• convenient underground parking with direct elevator access.
One North Hills Tower is WiredScore Platinum certified and targeting LEED Silver certification.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Kane Realty on this project, which will not only give our current employees a vibrant, new, state of the art workspace, but also allow us to continue to grow and bring more high-paying jobs to the great state of North Carolina,” said Mike DePaolis, Weatherby’s Senior Vice President of Sales. “We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, and we’re excited to share our award-winning, people-centric culture with the state’s top talent.”

“Weatherby Healthcare joins a growing group of other successful companies relocating to North Hills for the workplace experience,” said Hooker Manning, Director of Office Leasing at Kane Realty. “We are certain they will enjoy the benefits of premium space where employees are excited to come to work, walkable amenities at every turn and the community atmosphere that North Hills provides,” he said.

“We continue to invest in North Hills as an active urban community and we know that Weatherby Healthcare employees, partners and visiting healthcare professionals will benefit from their business home in the middle of a walkable 6 million square foot hub of places to live, work, shop, dine, play and stay at North Hills,” said Mike Smith, CEO of Kane Realty.

“As someone in Talent Acquisition, I’m most excited about the growth opportunities that will come with moving to North Hills,” said Ethan Foster, a Weatherby talent acquisition specialist. “North Hills is one of the fastest growing areas in the Raleigh-Durham area, and it’s a great place to be located if you’re wanting to attract top talent!”

Recent new office lease announcements at North Hills include Parexel, Jewelers Mutual® Group, Brightly Software a Siemens company, JT International (JTI), HNTB, Raymond James & Associates, The Starboard Holding Companies including The Nautical Group and Nautical Advisory Services.

Retailers and restaurants recently opened or opening soon in the newly expanded Main District of North Hills include three-level, 50,000-square-foot RH Gallery rooftop restaurant and wine bar, True Food Kitchen, Madewell, J.Crew, Rothy’s, johnnie-O, Sweetgreen, Fink’s Jewelers flagship featuring Rolex and David Yurman, Village Tavern and a new location for Ruth’s Chris Steak House and expanded Peter Millar.

Cheshire Webb with Foundry Commercial and Paul Anderson represented Weatherby Healthcare in their lease transaction. Hooker Manning and Alex Mikels with Kane Realty represented the landlord in the lease deal.

BK Pilates Studio in Raleigh

BK Pilates Announces New Studio to Open at Rockway

Kane Realty Corporation is excited to announce the arrival of BK Pilates at Rockway, the newest addition to the dynamic mixed-use development at the entrance of Dorothea Dix Park. Slated to open in early 2025 below The Row apartments, BK Pilates will bring its renowned reformer-based workouts and holistic approach to wellness to the heart of Raleigh.

BK Pilates is a boutique Pilates studio brand that delivers dynamic, personalized reformer-based workouts to improve core strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. With a mission to empower clients through small, sustainable changes, BK Pilates emphasizes body positivity and holistic health, maintaining the brand’s focus on empowering clients through healthier lifestyles.

“We are thrilled to welcome BK Pilates to Rockway as part of our continued commitment to bringing unique, health-focused offerings to the community,” said Stacey Buescher, Managing Director of Operations for Kane Realty Corporation. “The studio’s emphasis on wellness and personalized fitness aligns perfectly with the vibrant, active lifestyle we are fostering at Rockway, and we are confident that BK Pilates will quickly become a beloved destination for Raleigh residents.”

Julia Davis, a Raleigh local and entrepreneur specializing in real estate, hospitality, and lifestyle, has partnered with Marina Kaydanova, owner of BK Pilates, to bring the celebrated Pilates brand to Raleigh. The Raleigh studio will offer a variety of classes including 45-minute reformer group classes and private sessions in a modern, bright, and airy studio with state-of-the-art equipment.

Marina, who transitioned from the corporate world to open her first studio in Brooklyn in 2012, has expanded to multiple locations including New York, Charlotte, and Charleston. Now splitting her time between NY and NC, she leads world-class Pilates retreats while empowering others to embrace healthier, stronger lifestyles. Julia has been a long-time student and teacher of yoga and pilates, in addition to her successful career in real estate and hospitality. Julia first met Marina a decade ago, taking classes at a New York BK Pilates studio. Their instructor-student relationship developed into a friendship while they dreamed of collaborating on a business venture. Now, their shared passion for wellness is becoming a reality with the launch of BK Pilates Raleigh.

Benchwarmers

Benchwarmers Bagels to Open at Rockway

Kane Realty is thrilled to announce the expansion of Benchwarmers Bagels, the beloved local eatery renowned for its artisanal bagels and wood-fired pizzas, to Rockway, one of Raleigh’s most anticipated new developments. Currently operating from a 1,450-square-foot space at Transfer Co. Food Hall, the new Rockway location will allow Benchwarmers to meet the growing demand and extend its reach to more of the Raleigh community. This marks a significant milestone as Benchwarmers steps into its first independent space, where it will offer an expanded menu featuring bagels, sandwiches, and nightly pizzas, along with an enhanced beverage program and extended operating hours.

Created by the talented culinary team behind Boulted Bread, Jubala Coffee, and Bright Spot Donuts, Benchwarmers Bagels has become a staple in Raleigh’s food scene. Known for its chef-driven menu featuring top-quality ingredients, Benchwarmers offers wood-fired bagels that are not only flavorful but also nutritious and balanced. The menu reflects playful and approachable takes on the traditional bagel. Benchwarmers’ bagels and rotating pizza specials have captured the hearts of the local community and garnered national attention and accolades.

Benchwarmers will open its doors in a prime retail space at Rockway, located directly beneath The Row Apartments. This new 4,000-square-foot space will significantly boost Benchwarmers’ production capacity and allow for an expanded beverage program including beer, wine, and casual cocktails. The location will feature ample patio seating and dual frontage on S. Saunders Street and the Rocky Branch Greenway. As one of the first retail spaces along Raleigh’s Greenway and at the doorstep of Dorothea Dix Park, this location offers a convenient and welcoming stop for those exploring the Greenway and visitors to Dix Park. The ongoing transformation of the park, coupled with significant public and private investments in the area, is fueling population growth in downtown Raleigh, with the new Gipson Play Plaza expected to draw thousands of visitors from across the region.

“We can’t wait to welcome Benchwarmers to Rockway. Their reputation for excellence and creativity makes them an ideal partner as we continue to build a dynamic and engaging new space for the Raleigh community. We are excited to see how Benchwarmers’ presence will energize Rockway and contribute to the vibrant evolution of the surrounding area,” said Stacey Buescher, Managing Director of Operations at Kane Realty Corporation.

Benchwarmers is expected to open at Rockway in 2025.

Bank of America Tower

Brightly Software, a Siemens Company, Signs Full Floor Lease at Bank of America Tower in North Hills

KBS and Kane Realty Sign Lease Agreements Totaling 31,659 Square Feet at Class A Office Property in Raleigh, North Carolina

The transactions highlight the strength of the North Hills office market in Midtown Raleigh.

 

KBS, one of the largest owners and operators of premier commercial real estate buildings in the nation, and Kane Realty Corporation of Raleigh, N.C., announce they have leased 31,659 square feet of space to two tenants, including a new large-footprint tenant and a renewal and expansion of a longtime North Hills tenant, at Bank of America Tower, a Class A mixed-use property totaling 300,322 rentable square feet in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Brightly Software, a Siemens company and global leader in intelligent asset management solutions, has signed a lease for 28,658 square feet of space on a full floor in the building. The new office will also serve as the global headquarters for Siemens Industry, Inc. The other lease is an expansion of Eva Garland Consulting (EGC), a leader in securing and managing non-dilutive funding for startups. EGC, a long-standing existing tenant in Bank of America Tower, added more than 3,000 square feet to expand their current space to nearly 15,000 square feet.

“The transactions highlight the strength of the economy in the Raleigh market. Growing companies are gravitating toward high-quality office space with active retail, restaurant, and entertainment to support their efforts to attract and retain the best employees,” according to Marc DeLuca, CEO and regional president, Eastern U.S., for KBS.

“Well-located, top-tier commercial office properties provide growing companies with a strategic advantage when it comes to meeting the workplace needs of both new and current employees,” says DeLuca. “KBS has been a leader in owning and managing world-class office assets for the past three decades. We have a history of capitalizing on important office trends such as excellent health and wellness and technology amenities to assist tenants in generating maximum value from the office space they lease.”

Allen Aldridge, asset manager of Bank of America Tower, senior vice president and co-director asset management for KBS, notes that Bank of America Tower’s location in the prestigious North Hills district of Raleigh and its mix of onsite retail and fine dining is a great example of an office property that is well-suited to attract top talent.

“Bank of America Tower really delivers on its promise as a top-quality office asset at all levels,” says Aldridge. “Tenants have access to terrific retail and dining, like The Capital Grille, and amenities including a tenant lounge, and designated EV parking spaces.”

According to CBRE for Q2 2024, the local Raleigh metro area leasing is currently dominated by tenants renewing existing leases or seeking higher-quality office space with a smaller footprint. Additionally, JLL reports leasing by large tenants requiring more than 10,000 square feet has grown steadily during the year, increasing 23% year-over-year. As the market moves into the second half of 2024 and beyond, JLL sees a shift of focus in the market to existing high-quality assets as the number of new properties slated for construction after this year drops to zero.

“The move to Bank of America Tower allows us to bring Siemens Brightly Software and Siemens Smart Buildings under the same roof. By creating one space for both companies, we are improving our sustainability and decarbonization goals as part of Siemens 2030 Sustainability Goals,” says Stephanie Dorsey, CEO Siemens Real Estate Americas.

“Our new location in North Hills will serve as a meaningful asset to us for talent recruitment and retention and company culture, giving employees access to a beautiful mixed-use area with a variety of restaurants, fitness options, parking, electric vehicle charging, and other walkable amenities,” adds Don Kurelich, CEO of Brightly Software, a Siemens company. “We are moving to a more modern, central location that fosters collaboration and engagement.”

Bank of America Tower is an 18- story, mixed-use, Class A, LEED Gold certified building with six floors of covered parking, high-speed internet, and a state-of-the-art conference center. Bank of America Tower is ideally located near upscale residences, innovative workplaces, entertainment, hotels, retail and dining destinations.

“As one of the first tenants to be welcomed into Bank of America Tower we’re proud to have grown along with the North Hills community. As our company continues to expand, we know that the building offers our employees the highest-quality workspace with access to the best restaurants and shopping in the area,” says Eva Garland of Eva Garland Consulting. “The combination of location and top-tier service, made the decision to renew and expand our lease a natural one.”

“From convenient hotels to restaurants and retail, the office assets in North Hills such as Bank of America Tower have immediate and nearby access to every kind of amenity an employee or corporate tenant might require, all conveniently located right off Raleigh’s Interstate 440,” comments Hooker Manning, director of office leasing at Kane Realty. “This unmatched tenant experience attracts meaningful companies to relocate here and successful companies to continue to grow and expand.”

 

 

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National Jewelry Insurer Signs Full Floor Lease at One North Hills Tower

Jewelers Mutual Group expands business at North Hills in Midtown Raleigh to advance its technology and data-driven service offerings; location provides access to the Triangle’s top talent and can offer the best quality of life for their employees.

Office leasing activity at North Hills is testament to demand for well-located, best-in-market office space that maximizes workplace culture, ingenuity, collaboration, and lifestyle amenities.

 

Kane Realty Corporation is excited to announce that Jewelers Mutual® Group, a leading insurer dedicated to protecting jewelry and jewelry businesses, has signed a lease for a full floor at the Trophy-class One North Hills Tower in North Hills totaling 31,553 square feet of office space. The North Hills location will serve as a new office for business expansion in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Founded in 1913, Jewelers Mutual is trusted by over one million customers nationwide and in Canada. The company is committed to protecting jewelry businesses and helping them run secure and successful operations, while transforming customer experiences through insurance and technology solutions.

Recently opened in the Main District of North Hills in Midtown Raleigh, One North Hills Tower is a 264,000-square-foot, 10-story office tower offering:
• access to walkable 6 million square foot hub of places to live, work, shop, dine, play and stay at North Hills
• prominent I-440 visibility and breathtaking interior views
• hospitality-driven conference and lounge amenity spaces
• a large second level outdoor amenity terrace featuring a mural by a local Raleigh female artist, and
• convenient underground parking with direct elevator access.
One North Hills Tower is WiredScore Platinum certified and targeting LEED Silver certification.

“We chose this location because we truly love the building and the vibrant community around it,” said John Kreul, Chief Information Officer at Jewelers Mutual. “The Triangle region, including Chapel Hill and Durham, is known for its growing community, thriving businesses and renowned universities, making it a fantastic place to live and work for our employees.”

“We are confident that Jewelers Mutual will experience the vibrant community, access to top talent and fully amenitized workplace destination they desire here at North Hills in Midtown Raleigh,” said Mike Smith, CEO of Kane Realty.

“Recent office leasing activity at North Hills is testament that companies are truly seeing the value in being located not just in Raleigh and not just in an office space, but in a workplace that provides an ideal environment for their employees and clients to meet, collaborate, innovate, and be productive,” said Hooker Manning, Director of Office Leasing at Kane Realty. “The benefits of providing best-in-market, service-rich workplace environments and premium quality spaces within well-located, active urban districts are clear,” he said.

Recent office lease announcements at North Hills include Parexel, JT International (JTI), HNTB, Raymond James & Associates, The Starboard Holding Companies including The Nautical Group and Nautical Advisory Services.

Retailers and restaurants recently opened or opening soon in the newly expanded Main District of North Hills include three-level, 50,000-square-foot RH Gallery rooftop restaurant and wine bar, True Food Kitchen, Madewell, J.Crew, Rothy’s, johnnie-O, Sweetgreen, Fink’s Jewelers flagship featuring Rolex and David Yurman, Village Tavern and a new location for Ruth’s Chris Steak House and expanded Peter Millar.

Matt Winters, Ryan Lawrence, Casey McCullough, and Terry Mostrom with JLL represented Jewelers Mutual in their lease transaction. Hooker Manning and Alex Mikels with Kane Realty represented the landlord in the lease deal.

Tower 5

Global CRO Parexel Signs 61,076 SF Office Lease at Tower 5

Global biopharmaceutical services provider to relocate HQ from Durham to North Hills

Tower 5 aligns with company’s need for well-located premier office space that maximizes workplace culture, productivity and lifestyle amenities

New space affirms Parexel’s commitment to being “Easy to Work for,” with meeting spaces designed for collaboration and touch-down spaces supporting flexible working for colleagues

 

Kane Realty Corporation is thrilled to announce global clinical research organization (CRO) Parexel has signed a lease for 61,076 square feet of office space to relocate its global headquarters to Tower 5 at North Hills Innovation District (NHID) in Midtown Raleigh.

Parexel is one of the world’s largest CROs providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help lifesaving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of its clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, the company’s more than 21,000 global professionals work in partnership with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and investigative sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

Opening in 2024, Tower 5 is a 342,000-square-foot, 17-story office tower part of NHID offering:

• Thoughtfully amenitized common areas, including work and conference spaces
• Integrated parking
• Unique outdoor connection points creating new workplace opportunities for collaboration, working and gathering

NHID is thoughtfully planned to facilitate interaction among office users, entrepreneurs, retail tenants, creatives and makers. Ideally located among the existing options and conveniences within North Hills, the new 33-acre district features Trophy Class office space, 1,500 apartments, four acres of outdoor space and 60,000 square feet of active ground-level retail highlighted by distinctive indoor/outdoor experiences.

“We’re thrilled to embark on this next chapter for Parexel at NHID’s Tower 5,” said Peyton Howell, Chief Executive Officer, Parexel. “This move aligns with our commitment to providing flexible and adaptable workspaces designed to align with how our colleagues work today. With thoughtfully designed areas and surrounding amenities, our new headquarters will prioritize our employees’ well-being while maximizing opportunities for productivity and collaboration so that our colleagues can do their best work in the development of critical new therapies for patients.”

“Tower 5 offers Parexel employees and visitors a workplace that inspires productivity and engagement, a wide variety of walkable retail and dining options, and immediate access to natural spaces and bike/pedestrian connections,” said Hooker Manning, Director of Office Leasing at Kane Realty.

“We are thrilled that Parexel has chosen to relocate their headquarters to the North Hills Innovation District. North Hills continues to attract top-tier office users in the Triangle market seeking an unparalleled tenant experience in highly amenitized, Trophy-class office properties,” said Mike Smith, CEO of Kane Realty.

Vibrant local retailers now open or coming soon to NHID include Standard Beer + Food, Dose Yoga + Smoothie Bar, Good Graces market/bar/eatery, Hometurf cycling studio, Designed for Joy, Trenlend, Hellbent, Green Rabbit Plants, The Balloonz Shop + Teal Houz, Bofemme and Ky’s Kandles.

Doug Brock and Jonathan Fanuzzi with Newmark represented Parexel in their lease transaction. Hooker Manning and Alex Mikels with Kane Realty represented the landlord in the lease deal.