JLL opens new office in Downtown Orlando's tallest tower

• JLL has relocated its Central Florida office to a new 13,887 square foot space on the 30th floor of The Exchange on Orange in Downtown Orlando.
• The new office brings more than 70 JLL employees together on a single floor, including the firm’s Leasing, Capital Markets, Property Management and Project Development Services teams.
• The move continues JLL’s more than 20 year presence in Downtown Orlando and provides a modern workplace designed to enhance collaboration and support the firm’s continued growth in Central Florida.

Orlando, FL, August 24, 2026 – JLL announced today the company has moved its Central Florida office to a new 13,887-square-foot space on the 30th floor of The Exchange on Orange located at 200 S. Orange Ave. – the tallest tower within the three-building, Class A office complex in downtown Orlando. The firm moved from its previous space located on the sixth and seventh floor at 250 S. Orange Ave., another building within the same campus. The new office brings together JLL’s Orlando operations into a single, purpose-built workspace, enhancing connectivity and collaboration while positioning the leading commercial real estate firm in a premier location in the heart of downtown’s urban core. The buildout of the updated designed workspace has been completed, and employees have since moved in.

The relocation brings together the firm’s Leasing, Capital Markets, Property Management, and Project Development Services (PDS) teams under one roof and onto a single floor. The new office space is expected to enhance collaboration between teams and streamline service delivery across the firm’s business lines. JLL was represented by JLL Managing Director Nick Poole in the office lease negotiations, while the property’s ownership group, Piedmont Realty Trust, was represented by John Gilbert.

“This move underscores our continued investment in Downtown Orlando where we have been located for over 20 years and our commitment to delivering a more integrated client experience,” said LaShawn Bates, market director for JLL in North and Central Florida. “Bringing our teams together in one location enhances collaboration, streamlines how we operate and positions us for sustained growth in the region.”

The Exchange on Orange, owned and managed by Piedmont Realty Trust, recently underwent a significant transformation to create a hospitality-driven office environment offering best-in-class amenities and connectivity to the vibrancy of the neighborhood. The renovation included the outdoor courtyard, a new 10,000 sf tenant lounge area with billiards, two Top Golf Swing Suites, conferencing facility with capacity of up to 100 people, and a brand new eight-story atrium lobby experience.

“Through our exclusive tenant engagement program and strong amenity offerings, we have positioned the Exchange to redefine the future of the workplace,” said Ben Mullenix, VP, Piedmont Realty Trust. “We remain laser focused on being a market leader in defining a hospitality-driven experience enhanced by productivity, collaboration, and connectivity.”

JLL’s new Orlando office offers sweeping 360-degree views of the city, including iconic landmarks such as Lake Eola Park, the Kia Center, and Camping World Stadium. The breathtaking views recently provided employees with a clear vantage point to watch the historic launch of Artemis II. Designed in collaboration with JLL PDS, the space reflects a thoughtful, experience-driven approach, incorporating a refined palette of soft blues, neutral tones, and natural materials to create a warm, modern, and welcoming environment.

The office blends functionality with elevated design, featuring a mix of open workstations, private offices, and a variety of conference and huddle rooms to support different work styles. Dedicated breakout areas and thoughtfully designed collaboration zones encourage connectivity and spontaneous interaction, while integrated workplace technology enhances productivity throughout. A café and kitchen area serves as a hub for employees and clients alike, offering space for informal meetings, events, and day-to-day connection.

Emphasizing sustainability and material integrity, the design incorporates high-quality, environmentally conscious finishes, reinforcing JLL’s commitment to both innovation and wellness in the workplace. JLL’s decision was driven in part by the recent repositioning of The Exchange on Orange, where ownership invested $26 million to significantly update and modernize the three-building campus. The property now offers a range of upgraded amenities, including wellness and fitness facilities, collaborative lounge areas, golf simulator and pool tables, conference spaces and on-site food and beverage options designed to support today’s workplace expectations. “Our decision to relocate to The Exchange on Orange followed a thoughtful evaluation of where to establish JLL’s next office in Orlando. The building’s significant investment in renovations, combined with the high-quality, professional environment it provides, made it the clear choice to continue growing our firm and our team in the Central Florida region,” Poole said.

Located in downtown Orlando’s core business district, the property offers convenient access to the city’s commercial, cultural, and entertainment hubs, including close proximity to the Kia Center and Camping World Stadium. Its appeal is further enhanced by excellent connectivity, with easy access to I-4, SR 408, and the adjacent Church Street SunRail Station – driving strong interest from forward-thinking companies seeking a more dynamic, experience-driven workplace.

Piedmont Realty Trust™ (NYSE: PDM), is a fully integrated, self-managed real estate investment company focused on delivering an exceptional office environment. As an owner, manager, developer and operator of approximately 16 MM SF of Class A properties across major U.S. Sunbelt markets, Piedmont Realty Trust is known for its hospitality-driven approach and commitment to transforming buildings into premier “Piedmont PLACEs” that enhance each client’s workplace experience.