On Tuesday 4th March 25 Westminster Council granted planning for the redevelopment of 1 Knightsbridge Green, the site of an underutilised 1950’s modernist office building located on a highly prominent site.
Developed for BEAM (Berkeley Estate Asset Management) the scheme retains over 50% of the existing post war office structure and offers two types of office spaces, each with its own unique character. The scheme also seeks to re-use over 80% of the existing materials on site in the new development as part of our Circular Economy approach and Westminster’s emerging Sustainability policies.
A new building facing Knightsbridge Green, built over an existing basement, will offer larger floorplates and flexible open-plan workspace. This building responds more directly to the conservation context of Brompton Road and its neighbour Harrods. Both buildings will attract a wide variety of occupants, helping to diversify the office market in Knightsbridge and contribute to the wider business and international shopping district.
New retail at ground level will promote a better street front to Brompton Rd whilst a retained public house, restaurant and post office function will enhance and activate Raphael Street.
