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GSK\u2019s now-vacant former headquarters in Brentford<\/p>\n
The new scheme spans more than 52,000m2 and will create 2,324 homes, of which 227 will be for social and 90 for intermediate rent, as well as 506 student rooms and 296 co-living units. There will also be 24,000m2 of commercial space, while the developer says the project will create 1,980 jobs.<\/p>\n
Hounslow\u2019s planning committee approved the application last night by ten votes to one.<\/p>\n
Kew Gardens objected to the scheme, arguing that the building heights were \u2018excessive\u2019 and would cause harm to key designated heritage assets.<\/p>\n
Historic England also raised concerns about the development\u2019s size and height, but submitted that \u2018less than substantial harm\u2019 would be caused to the views of\/from Kew Gardens.<\/p>\n
The heritage body wrote: \u2018Given this very large scale, the development would appear in views from or in the backdrop to these important heritage assets.\u2019<\/p>\n
The planning officers ultimately recommended approval, but noted that the application did not yet fully comply with the London Plan, with outstanding issues relating to affordable housing, urban design, heritage, transport, environment, and sustainable infrastructure<\/p>\n
The project will retain the basement and substructure of the existing GSK office, as well as two buildings, including a high-rise tower which has been redesigned by Studio Egret West to house homes with \u2018oversized balconies\u2019, communal areas and a large rooftop conservatory.<\/p>\n
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The proposed conversion of the main former GSK office tower into housing, designed by Studio Egret West (March 2025). Credit: Studio Egret West<\/p>\n
Studio Egret West has also drawn up landscaping plans that will give more than 60 per cent of the site over to the public realm, including play areas, gardens and riverside access.<\/p>\n
Across the wider masterplan site, 30,000m2 has been allocated to commercial, retail and community use. A collaboration between Hounslow Council and the University of West London will create a 200m2 innovation hub as part of the Golden Mile District.<\/p>\n
Haworth Tompkins director Chris Fellner said: \u2018Together we have sought to ensure that circular economy principles, adaptive reuse and landscape are fundamental to the masterplan, shaping a place that is open, connected and sustainable.<\/p>\n
\u2018We are delighted to see the project reach this significant milestone, and look forward to seeing the masterplan become a reality.\u2019<\/p>\n
The hybrid nature of the consented application allows the details of the housing provision, including exact figures and levels for affordable housing, to be fixed at a later date.<\/p>\n
Hadley Property Group chief executive Andy Portlock said: \u2018Reaching this milestone \u2014 the first of many for this project \u2014 is down to the way we\u2019ve been able to work with a local authority that is genuinely committed to growth and has a clear strategic vision for one of the most exciting places in London.<\/p>\n
\u2018Alongside a pioneering approach to retrofit at this scale is a very clear commitment to people and place.\u2019<\/p>\n
The application also includes plans for a bar, theatre, dance hall, cinema, virtual reality experience venue and escape room.<\/p>\n
The 18-month design process was led in part by Hadley\u2019s in-house team and supported by Metropolitan Workshop and Neighbourly Lab, which consulted residents and community stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Project data<\/p>\n
Client Hadley Property Group
Masterplanner Haworth Tompkins
Plot architects Haworth Tompkins | Metropolitan Workshop | DRMM | Studio Egret West
Structural, civil and geotechnical engineer Walsh
Landscape lead Studio Egret West
Planning Turley
Project manager TPS
Townscape and heritage consultant Montague Evans
Ecology, arboriculture and biodiversity Greenage
Daylight\/sunlight Development & Light
MEP & sustainability lead Buro Happold
Services engineer Buro Happold
Co-design lead Neighbourly Lab
Lighting designer Michael Grubb Studio
EIA consultant Walsh
Archaeological consultant Oron
Air quality consultant Logika
Accessibility consultant LCL
Transport and waste consultant Velocity
Fire engineer Design Fire
Quantity surveyor Gardiner & Theobald
Acoustic consultant RBA Acoustics
Logistics consultant Tim Cole
Socio-economic consultant Volterra
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