International Technology and Data Firm

Our client needed to accommodate a rapidly growing workforce in a workspace which could adapt to the fast-moving data and technology world whilst providing high levels of support and space for staff downtime. The scheme grew whilst on-site from five to nine floors connected by a central feature staircase.

Project in Brief:

• Nine floors of interconnected space totalling 98,000sq ft.
• Central feature staircases allow easy connectivity between teams and facilities.
• Design flexibility built in to allow space for teams to grow to 900 staff.
• Stunning breakout area on uppermost floor with access to large terrace.

Built to Connect

The design concept put a feature internal staircase at the centre of the scheme to allow for easy interconnectivity for teams. The working floors followed a common template with working areas mirrored across the floors. This enabled easy location and movement for teams as support spaces were also replicated throughout the workspace. In the fast-moving tech environment, it was key that teams could expand or move within the space with minimum disruption.

Teapoints and breakout spaces were also standardised on working floors and were supplemented by a spectacular 9,000 sq ft breakout space on the uppermost floor with panoramic views of London to the North and South from the 2,000 sq ft terrace. Smaller terraces on every floor were kept for staff access with meeting rooms placed on the North side of the floor plates.

Staff wellbeing was a major consideration for the client, with games rooms, gyms, yoga space and quiet zones located throughout the workspace. In addition, the design includes a multi faith prayer room with separate male and female washing facilities as well as a meditation space and a mother’s room.

Built for a Greener Tomorrow

The project is being monitored for Net Zero Carbon in operation (accreditation imminent) and is targeting WELL Platinum accreditation. Smart energy monitoring, biophilic elements, and flexible infrastructure ensure long-term adaptability. Enlarged comms rooms were integrated into the main build to facilitate IT growth, and a flexible UPS system was installed, allowing easy reorganisation of teams with no physical changes required to the layout.

A workspace designed for today and built for seamless adaptation, prioritising collaboration and staff welfare for long-term success.