Harlow Market House to reopen next year with modern look

Harlow Council has announced that major redevelopment works will be starting at Market House this month.

The building, which has been in a state of decline for many years, will not be demolished.

The inside of Market House before work began (Image: Brian Thomas)

Instead, it will be revamped to provide high-quality, flexible office space.

The council purchased the building earlier this year and has secured a deal for a new tenant to occupy the office space.

The redeveloped reception area will welcome businesses into design-led space (Image: Market House and Co-Space)

The redevelopment will give the building a modern appearance.

It is part of the council’s wider initiative to revitalise Market Square, transforming it into a vibrant and welcoming destination.

A computer-generated image of the future: Market House’s modern entrance and community focus (Image: Market House and Co-Space)

The council has agreed on a deal that will see the upper floors of Market House converted into high-quality offices.

The office space will be operated by flexible workspace provider Co-Space.

Market House mid-redevelopment: the old structure awaits transformation (Image: Brian Thomas)

The council has said this business hub will support local entrepreneurs, growing companies, and national firms.

The reopening of Market House next year is expected to bring more than 300 jobs back to the town centre.

The new-look Market House is set to anchor town centre regeneration in Harlow (Image: Market House and Co-Space)

This will generate significant revenue for the council.

Councillor Dan Swords, leader of Harlow Council, said: “The transformation of Market House is a landmark moment for Harlow.

“For too long, it has stood as a symbol of decline at the heart of our town, now we are turning that around – creating a building that embodies renewal, ambition, and opportunity.

“But this is not just about one building. Transforming Market House, and the wider Market Square, shows that we are not just promising to rebuild the town centre – we are delivering it.”

Light-filled breakout spaces set tone for next-gen office life at Market House (Image: Market House and Co-Space)

William Stokes, CEO and co-founder of Co-Space, added: “We’re excited to partner with Harlow Council to bring Co-Space to the area.

“The vision for Harlow aligns with the ethos of Co-Space, and we’re excited to be working hard alongside local parties to support not only the redevelopment efforts of the wider area, but also the wider business network, by bringing Harlow’s first with design-led workspace.”

This redevelopment is part of a larger project, including new bars, restaurants, nightlife, market space, and high-quality office space.