Citiport

Investing in the Future of Your Commercial Asset

In a competitive market, landlords who invest in base building upgrades set their properties apart. Citiport by Urban Logistics, a prime asset in Port Melbourne, recently underwent a strategic transformation to create a modern, tenant-ready environment.

Through targeted improvements to tenancy layouts, lobbies, and common areas, we worked together to build a flexible, high-performance commercial space that aligns with the needs of today’s businesses.

Keep reading to see how we created a space that not only attracts high-quality tenants but also enhances long-term asset value for the client-landlord.

Why Upgrade Your Commercial Space?

Citiport was already in a prime location to attract any B2C or B2B business. The Australia Post Business Centre was only a few blocks away, and major freeways terminated in Port Melbourne. But with competition from cheaper warehouse facilities in Melbourne’s outer suburbs, Urban Logistics couldn’t compete on location alone.

Citiport’s transformation was driven by a clear goal: to position the property as a standout logistics hub to attract and retain tenants.

While some may interpret this as making the space look ‘nicer’, base building upgrades aren’t just about aesthetics. It’s about making strategic choices to ensure a property meets the needs of future tenants across all types of industries. This flexibility is what will maximise occupancy rates and ensure continued demand for years to come.

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The Execution – A Smart Approach to Commercial Revitalisation

Our team executed a comprehensive strip-out and reconstruction of existing tenancies, along with key upgrades to shared spaces, including:

Lobby and common area enhancements – Warm, modern finishes such as bronze fixtures and contemporary lighting create an inviting modern feel.
Flexible tenancy layouts – New spaces were designed with scalability in mind, ensuring they can accommodate a range of business needs.
An open canvas – the final fitout is a blank canvas, so incoming tenants across various industries can visualise how their business can mold into the space.

By focusing on design flexibility, premium finishes, and functional improvements, this upgrade made Citiport more marketable, adaptable, and investment-worthy.

Fitout Results – A More Valuable, Market-Ready Asset

Through targeted improvements to lobbies, common areas, and tenancy layouts, Urban Logistics now offers a flexible, high-performance commercial space that aligns with the needs of today’s businesses. We expect this property to be in high demand for years to come.

Are you sitting on an asset that’s struggling with low occupancy rates? Future-proofing your space can attract premium, long-term tenants. Canopy Fitouts can help you make strategic building upgrades that will make your commercial space enticing for the next generation of business owners. Give us a call at 1800 434 868 or email info@canopyfitouts.com.au for a free, transparent chat around what your commercial space needs.