
A view from Portland Place with the BBC's Broadcasting House in the foreground and Robert Adam's Georgian terraces to the north

A closeup view of the reception finishes

Beautiful Flos IC lights in a brushed brass were used in circulation areas

A view from Portland Place with the BBC's Broadcasting House in the foreground and Robert Adam's Georgian terraces to the north
the interiors evolved into a welcoming mix of old and new, where unrestrained yet well-structured open-plan offices sported a fresh blend of raw, nature-inspired textures and exposed modern installations















Project Details
Type
Office
Location
Westminster, London
Client
The Howard de Walden Estate
Value
£5-6m
Collaborators
Structure
Fairhurst
Building Services
Team
Lisa Ames-Hall
Joanne Gust
Jonathan Holt
Photography
Peter Bennett
Our architectural assignment entailed the inventive expansion and refurbishment of two office buildings – 24 and 24a Portland Place, nested between the BBC’s Grade II listed Broadcasting House and 26-30 Portland Place. The combined space touted a generous 31,000 square feet.
Embracing and highlighting the unique qualities of each structure, we focused on preserving and amplifying the pre-existing charm of building 24, while subtly simplifying 24a. Thus, the interiors evolved into a welcoming mix of old and new, where unrestrained yet well-structured open-plan offices sported a fresh blend of raw, nature-inspired textures and exposed modern installations.
By drawing inspiration from Art Deco and interpreting traditional craftsmanship through a contemporary lens, we managed to infuse transitionary spaces with unity and luxury. The original Edwardian grandiose of meeting rooms enjoyed a careful rejuvenation, with the clever repurposing of chimneys allowing for concealed state-of-the-art services while preserving the room’s aesthetic appeal.
Lastly, we transformed the isolated ground level quarters into an imposing entrance and reception area, befitting the heritage of these buildings. The renovation at Portland Place illustrates our commitment to elegantly converging the past with the present in sustainable, functional design.