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Criterion Capital acquires iconic City of London site, accelerating UK-wide rollout of Zedwell hotel concept
19.11.2024

Criterion Capital acquires iconic City of London site, accelerating UK-wide rollout of Zedwell hotel concept

Criterion Capital has announced the acquisition of One Princes Street, an historic site in the heart of the City of London, marking a pivotal step in the rapid UK-wide growth of its innovative Zedwell Hotels brand.

Criterion Capital hosts Art After Dark light trail installations by acclaimed artist Chila Burman MBE on the London Trocadero
10.10.2024

Criterion Capital hosts Art After Dark light trail installations by acclaimed artist Chila Burman MBE on the London Trocadero

We are delighted to unveil our participation in Art of London's Art After Dark light trail, hosting two captivating artworks on our Trocadero building, home to our flagship Zedwell Hotels Piccadilly Circus, created by acclaimed artist Chila Kumari Burman MBE!

Criterion Capital launches Criterion Connects 🔗!
27.09.2024

Criterion Capital launches Criterion Connects 🔗!

This week marked the exciting launch of our new dedicated stakeholder engagement programme, 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 🔗!

The West End becomes longest serving Purple Flag area in the world
23.09.2024

The West End becomes longest serving Purple Flag area in the world

We are proud to celebrate the continued success of Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus, which has once again been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for its world-class evening and night-time economy.

Criterion Capital attends Heart of London Business Alliance’s marketing breakfast
20.09.2024

Criterion Capital attends Heart of London Business Alliance’s marketing breakfast

This week, Criterion Capital had the pleasure of attending the Heart of London Business Alliance's Marketing Breakfast, where we gained valuable insights into footfall patterns and spend data in the West End.

Planning approved for Enderby Place in Greenwich
18.09.2024

Planning approved for Enderby Place in Greenwich

Criterion Capital has secured planning permission from the Royal Borough of Greenwich for Enderby Place, marking a key step in our vision for sustainable urban developments.

Our Design team member, Andrea, raises money for Cancer Research at Swim Serpentine 2024!
17.09.2024

Our Design team member, Andrea, raises money for Cancer Research at Swim Serpentine 2024!

We are incredibly proud of our Senior Design Manager, Andrea Dal Ferro, for taking part in Swim Serpentine 2024!

Welcome to the 2024 cohort of Aziz Scholars!
16.09.2024

Welcome to the 2024 cohort of Aziz Scholars!

Last weekend, our Founder, Asif Aziz, had the pleasure of welcoming this year’s cohort of Aziz Scholars.

Criterion Capital staff attend Building Safety Act training seminar
16.09.2024

Criterion Capital staff attend Building Safety Act training seminar

Last week, our staff had the privilege of attending an insightful training seminar on the Building Safety Act, which covered important topics including fire safety regulations and fire safety case reports 🧯.

The Harte and Garter Hotel
15.09.2024

The Harte and Garter Hotel

Criterion Capital recently acquired the historic Harte and Garter Hotel in Windsor; a site renowned for its Shakespearean connections and royal heritage.

Leicester Square stabbing hero, Abdullah, honoured with award and job offer from Criterion Capital
12.09.2024

Leicester Square stabbing hero, Abdullah, honoured with award and job offer from Criterion Capital

29-year-old Abdullah Tanoli, the selfless security guard who saved an 11-year-old girl and her mother during a stabbing in Leicester Square last month, has been honoured with a prestigious bravery award and a job offer from Criterion Capital.

Criterion Capital secures debut UK site for global restaurant group
10.09.2024

Criterion Capital secures debut UK site for global restaurant group

We are delighted to have secured the UK debut site for Azzurri Group and Dave's Hot Chicken at our iconic Trocadero building in Piccadilly Circus.

Savills report highlights the importance of repurposing low-grade office stock
09.09.2024

Savills report highlights the importance of repurposing low-grade office stock

The latest 'Refurb or Repurpose' report by Savills underscores a critical decision facing landlords today: whether to refurbish or repurpose office spaces.

Criterion Restaurant
06.09.2024

Criterion Restaurant

Criterion Capital has revitalised the historic Criterion Restaurant, a Grade II* listed landmark in Piccadilly Circus.

The Horses of Helios
06.09.2024

The Horses of Helios

Criterion Capital recently completed a year long restoration of the iconic Horses of Helios sculpture and fountain in Piccadilly Circus.

Criterion Capital celebrates International Day of Charity
05.09.2024

Criterion Capital celebrates International Day of Charity

On this International Day of Charity, Criterion Capital reflects on the vital role that generosity and compassion play in fostering stronger, more resilient communities.

Planning approved for Northumberland House in Sutton
03.09.2024

Planning approved for Northumberland House in Sutton

Criterion Capital has successfully secured planning permission from the London Borough of Sutton for the expansion of Northumberland House.

Criterion Capital reach Champions League quarter-finals at the London Hospitality Festival 2024
02.09.2024

Criterion Capital reach Champions League quarter-finals at the London Hospitality Festival 2024

We are excited to share the results from yesterday's London Hospitality Festival! Zedwell showcased remarkable talent and teamwork throughout the event.

Criterion Capital to take part in the London Hospitality Festival 2024
30.08.2024

Criterion Capital to take part in the London Hospitality Festival 2024

We at Criterion Capital, proudly representing our hotel brand Zedwell, are thrilled to be competing in the London Hospitality Festival this Sunday!

Zedwell featured in World’s 50 Best Hotels article
28.08.2024

Zedwell featured in World’s 50 Best Hotels article

We are excited to share that our hotel concept Zedwell has been featured in The World’s 50 Best Hotels article, 'Sweet Dreams Are Made of This: How Hotels Are Helping You Sleep Better'.

Report reveals national office occupancy rates plateauing at around 31.8%
27.08.2024

Report reveals national office occupancy rates plateauing at around 31.8%

The latest real estate findings from Remit Consulting reveal that, three years after the easing of lockdown restrictions, the volume of UK office staff returning to the workplace each day is still significantly lower than before the pandemic, with national occupancy rates plateauing at around 31.8%.

GCSE Results Day statement
22.08.2024

GCSE Results Day statement

Today is GCSE results day, a milestone that often feels like it defines your future. But remember, your results are just one side of the story.

BLME provides Criterion Capital with £25m financing for Zedwell Trafalgar Square Hotel Conversion
19.08.2024

BLME provides Criterion Capital with £25m financing for Zedwell Trafalgar Square Hotel Conversion

Criterion Capital celebrates World Humanitarian Day
19.08.2024

Criterion Capital celebrates World Humanitarian Day

Today, on World Humanitarian Day, Criterion Capital honours those who dedicate their lives to making the world a better place.

On International Relaxation Day, discover our unique hotel brand: Zedwell
15.08.2024

On International Relaxation Day, discover our unique hotel brand: Zedwell

Today, on International Relaxation Day, we invite you to take a moment to discover Zedwell Hotels, our hotel brand that redefines the art of relaxation.

Halima Aziz, Head of Hotels, to speak at the Annual Hospitality Conference 2024
13.08.2024

Halima Aziz, Head of Hotels, to speak at the Annual Hospitality Conference 2024

We are delighted to announce that Halima Aziz, Head of Hotels at Criterion Hospitality, will be speaking at the Annual Hospitality Conference (AHC) on 1st October.

Piccadilly Circus to be transformed into vibrant dreamscape by acclaimed artist
12.08.2024

Piccadilly Circus to be transformed into vibrant dreamscape by acclaimed artist

We are excited to reveal that Piccadilly Circus will soon be transformed into a vibrant dreamscape, thanks to an extraordinary installation by the acclaimed British-Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori MBE in collaboration with the Heart of London Business Alliance (HOLBA).

Savills’ latest BTR market update reveals robust investment activity
09.08.2024

Savills’ latest BTR market update reveals robust investment activity

Savills' latest Build to Rent Market Update reveals robust investment activity, with Q2 2024 seeing £1.2bn of investment, highlighting the strong momentum in the sector.

Planning approved for former Royal British Legion Hall in Norbury
07.08.2024

Planning approved for former Royal British Legion Hall in Norbury

This Afternoon Tea Week, we invite you to discover Masala Zone, one of the distinguished commercial tenants nestled in our iconic Criterion Building at Piccadilly Circus.

We invite you to celebrate Afternoon Tea Week 2024
06.08.2024

We invite you to celebrate Afternoon Tea Week 2024

This Afternoon Tea Week, we invite you to discover Masala Zone, one of the distinguished commercial tenants nestled in our iconic Criterion Building at Piccadilly Circus.

Record-breaking investment in the ‘Beds’ sector
31.07.2024

Record-breaking investment in the ‘Beds’ sector

Iconic Horses of Helios installation restored to its former glory by Criterion Capital
30.07.2024

Iconic Horses of Helios installation restored to its former glory by Criterion Capital

We are thrilled to unveil the beautifully restored Horses of Helios at the side of the Criterion Building in Piccadilly Circus, complete with a fully functional fountain!

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