British Land has revealed its plans to transform London’s Euston Tower, NW1, into a life sciences and innovation hub.
The plans will entail a major retrofit and redevelopment of the building, aimed at transforming it into a “world-class net zero home” for life sciences and innovation occupiers at the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter.
British Land said it will combine retention, reuse and a new structure, which will be “ultra-low carbon”.
The developer is currently in discussions with Camden Council and has hired Danish architecture practice 3XN to work on the scheme, which recently worked on British Land’s 2FA building in Broadgate.
They are supported by London-based architecture and landscape studio DSDHA, which redesigned much of Broadgate’s public realm, including Exchange Square.
The designs aim to retain elements of the original tower, including the foundations, basement and core, while making the building and surrounding area more welcoming and accessible.
British Land said it will retain, reuse and recycle existing material wherever possible and use low-carbon and recycled materials where new is required. It plans to only use carbon offsets as a last resort.
The building will not increase in height beyond its existing 100m, but the site will be optimised to deliver better-quality floor plates.
British Land head of development David Lockyer said: “This is a unique opportunity to transform a London landmark desperately in need of revival, ensuring it is fit for the future by adopting cutting-edge sustainability practices and attracting leading life sciences and innovation occupiers where it currently lies vacant.”
He added: “We are committed to a comprehensive and transparent approach to sustainability, working closely with the London Borough of Camden and other key stakeholders to reimagine this office tower.”
Audun Opdal, senior partner and head of design for 3XN, said: “Architecturally, this will be a new breed of tall building, one that minimises operational energy use through passive design, reducing solar gain with less glazing and increased facade depth.”
The consultation launched on Saturday at Regent’s Place Plaza and the reception of 10 Brock Street.
British Land hopes to submit a planning application for Euston Tower towards the end of this year.
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