What you do NEXT with your empty space defines your Asset’s value
Vacant space can lower a property’s value over time, making it harder to attract future tenants. Work with us to increase occupancy and boost your income
Vacant space can lower a property’s value over time, making it harder to attract future tenants. Work with us to increase occupancy and boost your income
Case Studies
We specialise in rapid fill rates, higher than average market busting yields and minimising risk and a proven history of 'long term' high occupancy levels. We have over 25 years of helping landlords, agents, investors and funds turn Commercial property investment into more then just capital value profit but from the rent roll opportunity by offering a solution to fill buildings and maintain building occupancy at record levels of return, in some casers 100% higher returns than standard commercial traditional long term let yields.
Chris Johnston is a commercial property expert with 25+ years of experience transforming empty office space into high-performing assets. He’s led over £1B in value gains, filled 3M+ sq ft across 12 countries, and pioneered Ireland’s first boutique offices—driving unmatched returns for landlords.
Our bespoke tailored packaged take all the pain away from the investor landlord yet maximume retuns. We focus on the specific building and best route to market to maximise fill rate, occupancy rate and rent return. We will hand hold you at every step of the journey and to what ever level of help you require.
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commerical value added for investors
let and managed in 12 countries
of available space let (minumum)
Valencia Office Standard Report
In 2024, the owner of a commercial property in Valencia’s prime business district held 22,000 sq ft of vacant floorspace across two upper floors. While the vacancy wasn’t creating any immediate financial pressure, it represented untapped commercial potential within a highly desirable location.
Despite listing the space through traditional commercial channels, the owner had not received any significant enquiries, and it appeared that standard agency activity hadn’t yet translated into proactive promotion or tenant traction for these particular floors. Seeking expert-led insight into what could realistically be achieved, the owner opted for a Standard Advisory Report from Chris Johnston Group.
Belfast: Advanced Report + Operational & Ongoing Consultancy
n 2023, the owner of a prime commercial building in Belfast approached Chris Johnston Group with a pressing challenge: two full office floorplates were sitting vacant. Despite high-quality refurbishment and a central location, there was limited interest from large-scale tenants willing to take on a long-term lease.
The market had shifted, and traditional leasing models were no longer delivering. The owner needed a new strategy, expert guidance, and a clear route to monetising the asset — fast.
Partner: Chris Johnston Group
Project Timeline: 2010 – 2018
Monthly Check in, Advanced Report and Full Investment Advisory
Development Value: £5.8 million
In 2010, a prominent city-centre building in Belfast stood vacant—an untapped asset lacking a clear path forward. Previous discussions included hotel development and traditional office use, yet none of these options offered the commercial return or long-term viability needed by the building's owner.
Chris Johnston Group, already an established national serviced office provider with years of experience developing, operating, and managing boutique workspaces across the UK
"We had a prime city centre building with a full floor that had remained unlet for a prolonged period — despite strong location and build quality. Chris Johnston Group’s Advanced Report in 2024 and gave us exactly what we needed: a clear, actionable strategy that repositioned the space and we redeveloped the space in line with the proposal and have seen positive uptake since completion in March 2025 ."
From rethinking the layout and pricing structure to providing broker engagement tools and market insight, their input was instrumental in turning the opportunity around. The floor is now fully occupied, and the asset yielding maximum returns for the owner.
“This was targeted, high-impact consultancy that directly unlocked value — an excellent partner to work with.”
Project Completed: Belfast, 2025
"One of our central Leeds office assets had been sitting partially vacant for months, despite being well-located and recently refurbished. The Occupancy Diagnostic from Chris Johnston Group quickly identified the disconnect between our offer and what the market was responding to."
Within days we had a tailored strategy, clearer pricing guidance, and a refreshed value proposition. We re-engaged brokers with confidence and saw meaningful traction within the first month.
“Smart, fast, and actionable advice that helped unlock value in a core asset. Highly recommended.”
Project Location: Leeds, 2025
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