Cornerstone Building

Cornerstone Building (16 Phan Chu Trinh) is an 14-storey Grade A commercial office landmark located at No. 16 Phan Chu Trinh Street, Phan Chu Trinh Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi[cite: 1]. Developed by VIB Ngo Gia Tu and professionally managed by Japan’s prestigious Daibiru Corporation[cite: 1], the tower features a total leasable area of 48,494 sqm[cite: 1] with massive typical floor plates of 1,800 sqm[cite: 1] and versatile unit subdivisions starting from 50 sqm up to 2,000 sqm. Situated in Hanoi’s historic CBD near the Ministry of Finance, the Hanoi Opera House, and Hoan Kiem Lake[cite: 1], Cornerstone Building is home to a distinguished community of multinational corporations, diplomatic missions, and financial institutions (including JICA, JCB, JBIC, CIMB Bank, Maybank, Sumitomo, and VIB).

Cornerstone Building — High-end Grade A office tower for lease at 16 Phan Chu Trinh, Hoan Kiem District[cite: 1]

1. Executive Summary & Development Overview

Cornerstone Building combines Japanese-standard asset management by Daibiru Corporation[cite: 1], grand semi-classical French architecture, and expansive Grade A floor plates:

• Building Name: Cornerstone Building (Tòa nhà Cornerstone Building / 16 Phan Chu Trinh)[cite: 1].
• Developer: VIB Ngo Gia Tu[cite: 1].
• Property Management: Daibiru Corporation (Japan) — delivering high-standard Japanese hospitality (Omotenashi) and operational excellence[cite: 1].
• Building Scale: 14 storeys above ground and 03 deep subterranean basement levels.
• Basements 1–3: 13,890 sqm of subterranean parking capacity accommodating ~200 cars and ~2,000 motorbikes.
• Ground Level & Mezzanine: Grand reception lobby, Vietnam International Bank (VIB) flagship branch, Highlands Coffee, and escalators connecting levels 1–3.
• Floors 1–14: High-spec commercial Grade A office space for lease (~48,494 sqm total office GFA).
• Typical Floor Plate: Approximately 1,800 sqm gross per floor.
• Clear Ceiling Height: Standard 2.7 m finished clear height.
• Notable Tenants: JICA, JCB, JBIC, JASSO, Mitsubishi, CIMB Bank, Maybank, Sumitomo, Wells Fargo, VIB, BaoViet Bank, Embassy of Colombia, Embassy of Peru, Eva Airways, and Singapore Airlines.

Vehicle access forecourt and main entrance drop-off at Cornerstone Building

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2. Location Advantages in Hoan Kiem Historic CBD

Cornerstone Building occupies a command position at No. 16 Phan Chu Trinh Street, positioned along one of Hanoi’s most prestigious commercial avenues:

• Prime CBD Frontage: Direct frontage on Phan Chu Trinh Street, with immediate connections to Trang Thi, Hai Ba Trung, Ly Thuong Kiet, Le Van Huu, and Nguyen Thai Hoc.
• Proximity to Government & Cultural Landmarks:
• 400 m to the Hanoi Opera House.
• 800 m to Hoan Kiem Lake.
• 5-minute walk to the Government Office, Ministry of Finance, and State Bank of Vietnam.
• Embassy & Institutional Ecosystem: Home to the Embassy of Colombia and Embassy of Peru, ensuring diplomatic-grade security and administrative convenience.
• Transit & Airport Links: Direct access via arterial corridors to West Lake and ~40 minutes to Noi Bai International Airport.

3. Floor Plans, Unit Subdivisions, and Architectural Style

The office spaces at Cornerstone Building are engineered for extreme space utility, column-free flexibility, and environmental wellness:

• Leasable Office Supply: Total leasable office GFA of 48,494 sqm.
• Typical Floor Plate: Expansive 1,800 sqm gross per floor.
• Flexible Unit Subdivisions: Highly adaptable zoning capable of dividing single floors into up to 16 individual office units, with suite sizes ranging from 50 sqm, 100 sqm, 250 sqm, 500 sqm, 1,000 sqm, up to contiguous blocks of 2,000 sqm.
• Architectural Aesthetics: Elegant semi-classical French architecture featuring a stone-clad facade, landscaped perimeter greenery, and high-performance UV-protective green glazing.
• Interior Public Spaces: Grand arrival lobby with high-durability stone finishes, internal escalators serving lower commercial floors, and VIP restrooms on each level.

Flexible floor plan division supporting efficient workspace layouts at Cornerstone Building

Grand entrance reception lobby at Cornerstone Building

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4. Technical Infrastructure and On-Site Amenities

Managed by Daibiru Corporation[cite: 1], Cornerstone Building maintains Japanese operational quality, heavy-duty MEP systems, and extensive lifestyle conveniences:

• Vertical Mobility: 07 high-speed Mitsubishi passenger elevators (capacity 16 persons each) plus 01 dedicated heavy-duty service elevator (1,600 kg).
• Climate Control & HVAC: Central Trane air-conditioning system providing precise temperature distribution and indoor air quality.
• 100% Emergency Power Redundancy: Heavy-duty backup generator system ensuring 100% building electrical load coverage during public utility outages.
• Parking Capacity: 03 subterranean basement levels (13,890 sqm total) providing secure parking for ~200 cars and ~2,000 motorbikes.
• Floor Pantry Amenities: Dedicated tea/pantry rooms provided on every individual office floor.
• On-Site Services: VIB Bank flagship branch, Highlands Coffee, and 24/7 security with CCTV surveillance.

High-speed Japanese Mitsubishi elevator system at Cornerstone Building

• Surrounding Neighborhood Ecosystem:
• Luxury Hotels: Nearby 4-5 star hotels including Hilton Garden Inn Hanoi, The Lapis Hotel, La Casa, and Hoa Binh Hotel.
• Financial Institutions: BIDV, VietinBank, SeABank, Vietcombank, PVcomBank, and VPBank.
• Dining & Hospitality: Hatoyama, Vua Cha Ca, Sushi Hokkaido Sachi, Tranquil Books & Coffee, and Hai San Pho.

5. Rental Rates and Service Charges

Office space at Cornerstone Building (16 Phan Chu Trinh) offers competitive Grade A pricing terms in central Hoan Kiem[cite: 1]:

Note: Leasing terms include complimentary air-conditioning during standard business hours and up to a 45-day rent-free fit-out allowance depending on leased floor area and contract duration. All lease terms are negotiated through Property Plus.

6. Contact Property Plus to Lease Offices at Cornerstone Building

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