Rendering of 176-178 York Way, London. Credit: Kiasm
The project is recognized among other unbuilt for its contribution to the evolving role of architecture in shaping education and cultural landscapes.
176-178 York Way, also known as Project Orange, exemplifies how architecture can address contemporary societal needs, from fostering innovation ecosystems to educating the public on critical environmental issues. The KPF designed life sciences building, recently approved for planning, is intended to contribute to London’s growing life sciences industry and expand the influence of the London Knowledge Quarter and Innovation District. The development will provide a high-performance building catering for life-science, technology, and commercial office sectors. Flexible floor plates, including bespoke life-science lab space and traditional offices, can accommodate tenancies of various sizes, from start-ups to established companies, enabling the diverse mix of specialisms and scales required to build a successful innovation ecosystem.
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