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Atlanta, Ga. (August 4, 2025) – Rivian, the electric vehicle manufacturer known for its innovation and sustainability, has signed a full-floor lease at Junction Krog District, the newest mixed-use destination along Atlanta’s Beltline developed by Portman, a leading real estate development firm with a long-standing presence in the city. Foundry Commercial, a full-service real estate services and investment firm, represented the landlord in the transaction.
As Rivian’s East Coast headquarters – which is expected to open in late 2025 – this deal plays a key role in expanding the company’s presence in the southeast. At Junction, the Rivian office will anchor a dynamic mixed-use environment that blends innovation, community, and culture.
“Rivian’s commitment to sustainable innovation makes them an ideal fit for Junction,” said Travis Garland, Chief Development Officer at Portman. “This partnership not only activates one of our most forward-thinking developments but also strengthens Atlanta’s position as a hub for future-focused companies. We’re proud to welcome Rivian to the Junction Krog District community.”
The East Coast headquarters is a first-of-its-kind community and customer experience space. This space will also serve as a knowledge center for the company’s Social Circle, Ga. manufacturing facility slated for completion in 2028. Rivian Commons will also house the first R3 Design Studio Exterior Model, which will offer a unique look into Rivian’s design philosophy and future product direction.
“This is more than a lease – it’s a statement about the future of innovation and growth in Atlanta,” said Grace Thompson, Vice President at Foundry Commercial, who brokered the deal alongside Senior Vice President John Neal Scott. “We’re honored to have helped bring Rivian to Junction Krog District and look forward to seeing the impact they’ll make here.”
“Rivian’s vision for a community-integrated headquarters aligns perfectly with the spirit of Junction,” added Scott. “It’s a win for the city, the Beltline, and the future of sustainable innovation.”
This new location is expected to create approximately 500 jobs in the Atlanta area, and the forthcoming manufacturing facility is projected to create around 7,500 jobs. For leasing inquiries at the Junction at Krog District, contact John Neal Scott at jns@foundrycommercial.com or Grace Thompson at grace.thompson@foundrycommercial.com.
About Portman Holdings:
Throughout the past 62 years, Portman Holdings has developed over 65 million square-feet of premium real estate around the world with a focus on hospitality, office and mixed-use properties. The vertically integrated real estate development, investment and management company commands a successful global network and has a proven track record with the world’s top financial institutions. Teams in the company’s global offices seamlessly connect to develop, finance and manage a diverse portfolio in the world’s core and emerging markets. Portman Holdings continues to achieve success through investor, partner and client relationships that deliver exceptional real estate projects. For additional information, visit www.portmanholdings.com.
About Foundry Commercial:
Foundry Commercial is a full-service commercial real estate services and investment company operating across office, industrial, retail, multi-family, healthcare, religious, and not-for-profit asset classes and clients. Focused on the Sun Belt markets, Foundry is sustained by more than 4,000 associates operating from 12 markets, providing leasing and management on more than 77 million square feet and over 4,590 seniors housing units, typically executing over $2 billion in leasing, tenant rep, and investment sale transactions annually. Foundry’s development and investment platform is fully integrated with its services business and is currently invested in over $4.8 billion in joint ventures with many of the best-known institutional investors in the country. For more information, visit www.foundrycommercial.com.