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1. What Are Grade A, B and C Offices?

The following criteria compare Grade A, B and C offices in Hanoi:

Criterion	Grade A office	Grade B office	Grade C office
Location	In a business center, with a prime site and attractive views; surroundings do not detract from the building’s image.	Often at the edge of the city or in suburban areas, somewhat farther from the center.	Typically farther from the city center, in outer or suburban areas.
Transport	Convenient access, for example by bus or taxi.	May or may not be near public transport; good road access.	May or may not be near public transport; convenient road access.
Architecture and construction	Architect, builder, manager and developer should meet the international or recognized standards cited in the original article; elegant building design.	Architect, builder, developer and manager may be international or local firms; attractive building design.	Architect, builder, manager and developer may or may not be locally recognized.
Building management	Managed by a professional firm with at least five buildings under management.	Managed by a well-organized property management firm.	Self-managed building.
Corridors and lobby	Reception desk. Attractive design and finishes, including carpeting. At least 2.2 m wide. Air-conditioned.	Reception desk. Attractive design. At least 1.8 m wide.	Wide, convenient corridors. Attractive design.
Interior	High-quality interiors installed to the stated standards, maximizing usable workspace.	Good-quality interiors installed to the stated standards, maximizing usable workspace.	Interiors arranged to the stated standards and to use workspace efficiently.
Elevators	Recognized elevator brand. At least one elevator per four floors. Separate service and passenger elevators. Capacity of at least 16 people per elevator.	At least one elevator per four floors. Capacity of 12–16 people per elevator.	Elevators serving all floors.
Electricity	Two independent power supplies and a backup generator.	Backup generator and a reliable electrical system.	Reliable electrical system.
Internet	Broadband internet.	Broadband internet.	Good-speed internet.
Washrooms	Five-star standard.	Four-star standard.	Clean washrooms.
Security	24-hour security.	24-hour security.	24-hour security.
Fire protection system	Required.	Required.	Required.
Amenities	Many supporting amenities.	Supporting amenities available.	Not mandatory.
Parking	Basement parking and a separate car park.	At least one basement parking level.	Parking available.
Year completed and put into operation	No more than 15 years ago.	Not applicable.	Not applicable.

2. A Standard Office Leasing Process

Define your requirements before searching

Many businesses do not set out detailed requirements before seeking an office. Establish clear selection criteria based on the company’s business plans for the next one to three years.

Basic requirements may include location, amenities, transport, floor area, lease term and rent.

Choose a reputable, professional provider

There are three common ways to find a suitable office:

Search independently.

Use a professional brokerage.

Combine both approaches.

Gather basic office information

The landlord should clearly provide rent, amenities and included services. Agreed terms should be recorded in the lease.

Inspect the office in person

Decision-makers should visit the office to assess its location, parking, nearby amenities and other tenants in the building and on the same floor.

Sign the agreed contract

Once both parties agree, review all negotiated terms carefully before signing the lease.

3. Tasks When Moving to a New Office

Steps in the office leasing and relocation process:

• Find and shortlist Grade B office buildings in Hanoi that meet the company’s needs.
• Visit the buildings, obtain detailed information from landlords, then analyze and compare options before negotiating.
• Negotiate with the landlord and sign an Offer to Lease and office lease.
• Plan the layout before signing the offer or lease to confirm that the space meets each department’s needs.
• Complete the procedures for ending the current office lease.
• Sign a contract with the design and fit-out contractor.
• Supervise the fit-out work.
• Update the company address on forms, documents, the website and social media pages.
• Purchase or replace equipment and furniture as needed.
• Inform customers and partners of the new address and moving plan.
• Transfer phone and internet services.
• Update business registration if required.
• Approve a fixed seating plan for each department and employee.
• Move all operations to the new office.
• Return the previous premises and close out the old Grade B office lease.

4. Artemis: Grade B Office Space in Hanoi

Artemis Tower at No. 3 Le Trong Tan Street is regarded as one of the most modern office and shopping complexes in Thanh Xuan District. It offers convenient transport links, flexible floor areas and attractive rental rates.

Developed by IMG Investment Joint Stock Company, Artemis Tower has 27 floors, including an eight-floor podium for offices and a large shopping center. It has become a workplace for businesses in finance, banking, technology, tourism, insurance and commercial services seeking Grade B office space in Hanoi.

LEASING POLICY

Despite its prime business location and four street frontages, Artemis Tower offers attractive, flexible rental and service charges for offices and retail space. Tenants can also benefit from a long rent-free fit-out period and communications support.

Contact details:

ARTEMIS TOWER

Address: No. 3 Le Trong Tan Street, Khuong Mai, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi

Phone: 0911 422 911

Contact: marketing@mhl.vn | Website: www.theartemis.vn | Artemis Office For Lease