Proposals for The Pioneer, a 100,000 sq ft landmark office development within the emerging Stephenson Quarter next to Newcastle Central Station, have been launched.

Designed by AHMM for Stephenson Works LLP, a joint venture between Newcastle City Council and PfP igloo, The Pioneer will be located on the site of George and Robert Stephenson’s first purpose-built locomotive factory, in a prominent position at the gateway to Newcastle’s historic city centre. The ten-storey building will offer flexible, adaptable indoor and outdoor workspace to accommodate changing, more agile working practices.

Designed to target BREEAM Excellent accreditation and promote occupant wellbeing, it will benefit from features including a double height reception space, outdoor terraces to every floor and a rooftop terrace with 360-degree panoramic views of the city and the River Tyne.