Post-completion, the building will feature lab and research facilities. Credit: Kier Group.

Real estate developers Advanced Research Clusters (ARC) and Kier have celebrated the conclusion of the main structural work of ARC West London’s Refinery development in Hammersmith, UK.

On completion, the building will serve as a new home for the UK’s life sciences enterprises.

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Under a single structure, the project will encompass 150,000ft² of high-specification laboratory, research, and development facilities.

The development comprises an expansion and redesign of the existing four-storey structure on the Northern Embankment of the River Thames. Two more storeys will also be constructed, including a green roof and a new facade.

The interior of the building will be completely renovated to include laboratories, a business lounge, co-working areas, conference rooms and other flexible working spaces.

In addition, the building will feature a restaurant and café, an event studio, a presentation room, and bicycle amenities.

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Kier Construction London managing director David Rowsell said: “The life science sector is a key sector for us with fantastic opportunities for growth and today’s event gives us the opportunity to celebrate the expertise, hard work and dedication of the team responsible for delivering such a remarkable building.”

The Refinery expansion will boost ARC West London’s presence and help meet the city’s and the Golden Triangle’s need for lab space.

The location will accommodate a growing innovation environment, which has witnessed a 43% surge in life sciences startups throughout London and the South East region of the country.

ARC Asset Management senior director Daniel Pagella said: “West London is a strategically important location for innovation, and we’re delighted to have reached this important milestone, which will see Refinery sitting at the heart of West London’s thriving science community.”