50 Florence is a collection of urban workspaces housed in a century-old three-storey brick house in Ottawa’s historic Centretown.
What it is
A historic property extensively restored in the Summer of 2012 to offer a spacious, centrally-located workspace for professionals and creatives alike. Enjoy a laid-back, inspiring environment that oozes with character and charm. The space is divided into three private offices with 9-foot ceilings and original, restored Oak hardwood floors.
Where it is
50 Florence is located on Florence Street between Bank and Kent, steps from the Bank Street Promenade. The address has a Walk Score of 98 and a Transit Score of 86. It’s close to an abundance of amenities and a short walk away from some of Ottawa’s best shops and restaurants.
What you get
All offices include the following:
- Private entrance
- Parking spot
- Wireless Internet
- All utilities
Windows are outfitted with California shutters and the walls are painted in a neutral palette that complements the building’s natural warmth.
The offices
Occupied
Office 1
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Spacious 150 square foot office with 10 foot high ceilings, original restored hardwood floors, fireplace, and original Bytown and Co. radiators. Shared bathroom access with Office 2.
Office 2
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A large, 150 square foot studio with 9 foot high ceilings, original restored hardwood floors. Shared bathroom access with Office 1. Comfortably accommodates 2 to 3 desks.
Occupied
Office 3
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Two rooms totalling 450 square feet. The smaller room serves as a reception area with full kitchen and bathroom, granite counters, original radiators, and checkered tile. The larger room includes a large closet and original Oak hardwood flooring. Comfortably accommodates 3 to 5 desks.
History
50 Florence Street was built in 1907 on a plot of land that was originally a part of Colonel John By’s estate. Contractors Daniel O’Connor Jr. and Aylesworth E. Shaver constructed the brick building as a luxury home for the emerging market of civil servants at the beginning of Ottawa’s official history.
With many nearby landmarks over the years that included the Rialto Theatre and the old Imperial Theatre (now Barrymore’s), Bank Street has been one of Ottawa’s most active commercial and cultural hubs for the last 100 years. It continues to thrive today thanks to an eclectic mix of the city’s best shops and restaurants, Ottawa’s gay village, the construction of new housing developments and it’s proximity to the Museum of Nature, Elgin Street to the East, Chinatown to the West, and the Glebe to the South.
