OAKLAND, CA, The Historic Rotunda announces the expansion of its amenity offering with the opening of UnCommon Wellness Studio, reinforcing its position as one of Uptown Oakland’s most compelling office destinations, where architectural character meets modern, experience-driven amenities.
As office tenants increasingly prioritize environments that support employee well-being and hybrid work strategies, UnCommon Wellness Studio represents a strategic investment in both tenant satisfaction and long-term asset value. More than a traditional office gym, the new amenity blends premium fitness, recovery, and restoration into a thoughtfully designed environment, one that reflects The Rotunda’s belief that the best workplaces feel less like offices and more like destinations.
An Amenity Designed to Support Tenant Demand
UnCommon Wellness Studio was developed to meet the evolving expectations of today’s office users, offering a flexible, high-quality environment that supports daily wellness routines. Key features include:
• State-of-the-art fitness equipment for strength training, cardio, and functional movement
• An infrared sauna to support recovery and stress reduction
• A cold plunge providing contrast therapy for focus and post-workout recovery
Together, these offerings create a balanced wellness ecosystem that supports productivity, performance, and retention elements increasingly critical to leasing decisions.
The space is designed to evoke a sense of calm, refinement, and efficiency, making it easy for tenants to incorporate wellness into their workday without interrupting productivity. Elevating the experience, the studio also features a custom mural developed in collaboration with local artists from Good Mother Studio, adding a layer of cultural connection and visual identity to the space.
Balancing Architectural Integrity with Modern Functionality
Located within one of Oakland’s most recognizable office buildings, UnCommon Wellness Studio integrates contemporary amenity programming into the Rotunda’s historic setting. This approach enhances the building’s appeal while respecting its architectural integrity, offering tenants a rare combination of character and modern functionality.
The project was designed by RMW Architecture & Interiors and built by WCI, with a focus on durability, long-term performance, and adaptability for a diverse tenant base.
Wellness Beyond the Building
The Rotunda’s location further strengthens its wellness offering. With immediate proximity to BART and major public transportation routes, tenants benefit from a more seamless, lower-stress commute, an often overlooked but critical component of daily well-being.
Additionally, the building sits just moments from Lake Merritt, home to a scenic three-mile loop that has become a staple for walking meetings, runs, and midday resets. This direct access to outdoor space complements the indoor wellness experience, creating a more holistic approach to health and balance throughout the workday.
Strengthening the Rotunda’s Market Position
The UnCommon Wellness Studio is the latest addition to UnCommon’s amenity strategy, rooted in Rubicon Point Partners’ broader hospitality-driven approach to workplace environments, one that emphasizes design-led spaces, thoughtful experiences, and long-term asset performance.
As Razmig Boladian, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Rubicon Point Partners, shares:
“UnCommon Wellness Studio reflects our focus on driving long-term asset value through thoughtful, experience-driven amenities. By integrating high-quality wellness offerings into the Rotunda, we’re enhancing tenant demand, supporting retention, and positioning the property to remain competitive in an evolving office market, while building on the strength of its historic character.”
At the Rotunda, the new facility complements UnCommon’s broader vision of creating offices that attract high-quality tenants through thoughtful design, curated amenities, and flexible workspace solutions, including opportunities for coworking and shared environments that support a range of tenant needs.
For tenants, the addition delivers:
• A stronger in-building amenity offering
• Improved employee experience and retention
• A differentiated office environment within the Uptown Oakland market
A Forward-Looking Addition to Uptown Oakland
With the launch of UnCommon Wellness Studio, the Rotunda continues to redefine what today’s office environment can be - balancing performance, experience, and identity in a way that resonates with modern tenants. More than an amenity, it signals a broader shift toward spaces that actively support how people work and feel. As the market evolves, it’s this kind of intentional, experience-driven investment that will set standout properties apart.
For leasing information or to learn more visit oaklandrotunda.com or gouncommon.com.
