We’re proud to announce that The Optic is a finalist in this years BCO Regional Awards - Midlands & Central England, under the Commercial Workplace Category.

Following it's shortlisting, judges visited the site giving them the opportunity to step inside a building, understand its design intent, and see how it responds to the needs of future occupants - from concept to completion. Being selected is a strong recognition of the ambition, quality, and thoughtfulness behind the project.

Designed as a contemporary, human-centred workplace, The Optic is rooted in clarity - of form, movement, and experience. It balances flexibility with identity, and performance with personality, creating a building that is robust, adaptable, and quietly confident - designed to support its future occupants without overwhelming them.

The judges’ tour focused on how the building has been carefully crafted: how spaces encourage collaboration, how light and views shape the environment, and how considered design decisions are intended to deliver long-term value for both client and future occupiers.

This milestone reflects the dedication and creativity of the entire project team. Being shortlisted for a BCO site visit places The Optic among the strongest workplace projects in the region, and we look forward to sharing updates following the visit.

The winners will be announced at the BCO Awards Lunch taking place on 8 May.