HENRIETTA HOUSE

CBRE valued being in such a prime location, but after a few years the building was no longer meeting their evolving aspirations and expanding workforce. We wanted to tailor the building to their needs. 
Rather than opting for demolition, we aimed to retain and reuse as much as possible, working with CBRE and architects to transform and extend the building by 50%, while preserving the Portland stone façade and much of the original structure.

The result was a welcoming, dynamic and luxurious building, with the principles of reuse, retention, wellbeing and collaboration built into its design.
Redefining tenants as customers and working with CBRE gave us the freedom to innovate, keeping the health and wellbeing of people who will be working in the building as top priority. CBRE executives showed their commitment to a healthier workplace by giving up their car spaces, allowing us to install 330 bike spaces and end-of-trip facilities in the basement. The building also incorporates a variety of other wellbeing amenities, making it accessible and productive.
Energy efficiency was key to minimising operational carbon emissions throughout the life of the building, so we fitted the most advanced heating, lighting and air conditioning technology available. Natural durable materials, such as reclaimed timber stone and biodegradable cork cladding feature throughout the building – and furniture was sourced from British manufacturers and local craftspeople to cut down on the emissions from transportation.