Bird & Bird advises the University of Hong Kong on the acquisition of a building in Barcelona for its first educational project in Europe
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International law firm Bird & Bird has advised the University of Hong Kong (HKU) on the acquisition of a newly constructed building located in the 22@ technology district of Barcelona, specifically at Calle Llacuna, 28.
The building was developed by Grupo Bega and designed by architect Víctor Bergnes de las Casas. It comprises over 8,450 square metres of built area, including 4,830 square metres of gross leasable area (GLA), as well as 1,900 square metres dedicated to outdoor spaces, parking, and communal areas.
This transaction marks HKU’s first entry into Europe, aligned with its international expansion strategy and commitment to establishing a presence in key higher education markets. The property will serve as the site for its first European hub, reinforcing its academic footprint in one of the continent’s most innovative urban environments.
Bird & Bird’s team was led by Conchita Sainz, partner and head of the Real Estate team in the Madrid office, with support from associates Laura Sánchez and Alba Aparicio, and James Fong, Corporate partner in the Hong Kong office. The transaction highlights Bird & Bird’s ability to advise on complex international real estate deals, combining local expertise with a global outlook.
This transaction marks HKU’s first entry into Europe, aligned with its international expansion strategy and commitment to establishing a presence in key higher education markets. The property will serve as the site for its first European hub, reinforcing its academic footprint in one of the continent’s most innovative urban environments.
Bird & Bird’s team was led by Conchita Sainz, partner and head of the Real Estate team in the Madrid office, with support from associates Laura Sánchez and Alba Aparicio, and James Fong, Corporate partner in the Hong Kong office. The transaction highlights Bird & Bird’s ability to advise on complex international real estate deals, combining local expertise with a global outlook.