Gastown is an internationally-renowned heritage zone, both a bustling tourist destination and a trendy gathering place for locals. Characterized by cobblestone streets, brick and timber heritage buildings and abundant historical charm, the high-traffic neighbourhood houses many of the city’s hottest restaurants and retail stores. New retailers continue to open in the area including Arcade Showroom, Kit & Ace, CNTRBND, and the much anticipated Franco-Japanese fashion and music brand, Maison Kitsuné’s first Canadian location. Additionally, tech giant Microsoft has planted a flag in the heart of Gastown with its new 300 employee, 75,000 SF offices now open, located directly across the street, and the subject property is directly adjacent to the home-grown tech firm Global Relay, which has hired an additional 250 employees within recent years. As Vancouver's pre-eminent tourist attraction, Gastown is an exceptionally strategic location for any educational/ training/instructional based business. Other acclaimed eateries in the immediate area include Vancouver’s Michelin-recommended restaurants including L'Abattoir and PIDGIN, as well as other eateries such as Water St. Café, Pourhouse, and Di Beppe. There is also a thriving retail market which includes Roden Gray, Herschel Supply Co., Oak + Fort, Gravity Pope and Inform Interiors - all establishing Gastown as one of the most stylish neighborhoods in the world.