The Lodge, Bournemouth

6 St Michael's Road, BH2 5DX.

Bournemouth’s most desirable workspace.

Our toughest project and the third Bournemouth location for Venaspace, we are proud to reveal the transformation of this historic landmark in Bournemouth. With nods to its heritage, Victorian Masonic design and sensitive restoration of some beautiful original features, we have transformed this previously neglected Freemasons Lodge into a modern workspace.

The renovation included a like-for-like replica of the ornate domed ceiling, preservation of the stone cornice and architrave and exposing the original checkered floor, which is a typical design feature of a Masonic ceremony room. The installation of two large mezzanine floor areas have transformed the two halls from their ceremonial days into stunning workspaces, giving way for two meeting rooms and up to 70 workstations.

TRADITIONAL MEETS THE MODERN

First built in 1877 when it was used for the Lodge’s meetings and was later reconstructed and adapted for weddings and other receptions, it was important to us to maintain nods to its original features while giving it new life as modern serviced office space.

The carefully considered modern additions to The Lodge support the future of this building, with air conditioning throughout, luxurious bathrooms and kitchens, and even a solar PV system which is carefully positioned to appear invisible to passers-by.

Between the two halls is a beautiful hallway, almost a miniature version of the newer hall, where the beautiful architrave and original sky lights lead you to the basement which is transformed into a casual workspace, meeting space, foosball-table play room – whatever your team need. The original bar has been restored and redesigned by local artist, Jimmy Summers, using reclaimed building materials salvaged throughout the project. Of the many original features in this building, the basement is home to many curious corners and hidden spaces and is a typical replica of its past.

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Amenities

Central Location

Located in the desirable Bournemouth area, The Triangle, everything is within a minute walk from the building - from restaurants, shops and the beach, to transport links connecting you to the rest of the BCP area.

Superfast Internet

Choose from WiFi or hardwired connection to our 1GB leased line which ensures seamless and efficient online operation for all your business needs.

Beautifully Designed Features

From renovating the stone cornice and architrave and exposing the original checkered floor to replicating the ornate domed ceiling The Lodge seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern charm,

24/7 Access

Private entrance for each hall and the basement area with unlimited access and a monitoring system that give you peace of mind.

Meeting Rooms & Event Space

2 state-of-the-art meeting rooms and a large communal event space that combine modern design and functionality.

Air Conditioning

Beat the heat or stay cosy with our efficient air conditioning system, ensuring optimal comfort year-round.

Modern Kitchens & Bathrooms

Equipped with everything you need from instant hot water tap, bean-to-cup coffee machine, hygienic hand dryers and more.

Natural Light

The skylights and the curved architrave windows maximise the natural daylight creating a bright and uplifting ambiance throughout the space.

Bournemouth-Katrin

Katrin Dakeva

Community Manager Team Lead

Hi, I'm Kat. I'm the Community Manager for our Bournemouth offices. I joined Venaspace in January 2022 when I also moved from Portsmouth to Bournemouth. I came over to the UK from Bulgaria in 2014 to study at the University of Portsmouth and since my graduation, I have been working in the Commercial Property Lettings sector and enjoy every aspect of it - from day-to-day operations to project management and customer service. On weekends, you will find me in the dancing hall practising traditional Bulgarian dances and exploring the wonderful nature and coastlines across the South West.

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Katrin's Favourite

The Triangle, just a step away from The Lodge has everything you need - grocery shop, cafes and restaurants. You can also find some big retail shops on the high street, so if you don’t have time to go shopping after work, why not pop in during lunch hour?

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The Local Neighbourhood

Casa Gourmex

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Mexican Street Food Bar offering a variety of authentic freshly prepared Mexican food.

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Vitalife Skinny

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Find this lounge in the popular Triangle district servicing Brazillian pastries, freshly squeezed juices and acai bowls.

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West Cliff

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Walking down to the end of St Michael’s road is the vibrant West Cliff Beach promenade. Enjoy beautiful views of the sea and the Old Harry Rocks. You may also spot the wild goats grazing on the cliff.

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Excellent space and facilities. Venaspace team are always quick to respond to any queries that we have and always deal with things in a timely manner. Very supportive through Covid-19. Couldn't recommend them highly enough.

Brett Leverton

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Fantastic office spaces, great people to work with. Highly recommend for any size business, they will be a huge boost, plus a great community to be a part of.

Simone Ippolito

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Venaspace was our home for a number of years. Flexible and modern spaces. Katrin did a great job looking after us and was always on hand to assist.

Dough Haigh

LOCATION

Located in the desirable Bournemouth area, The Triangle, everything is within a minute walk from the building - from restaurants, shops and the beach, to transport links connecting you to the rest of the BCP area.

West Cliff is only 5 mins walk from The Lodge and is the ideal spot for lunch during a hot summer's day.

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Get In Touch

Interested in our flexible serviced office spaces or exploring our range of workspace solutions including virtual offices and meeting rooms? We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with our friendly team today to discuss how we can tailor our offerings to meet your business needs. Whether you're a start-up, freelancer, or established company, we're here to provide the ideal workspace solution for you.

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