McLaren Construction affirmed plans for a £132m renovation project on Oxford Street
McLaren Construction Takes On Two High-Profile Cut and Carve Projects in Central London
In the heart of London, McLaren Construction is making its mark on several historic buildings, transforming them into modern mixed-use developments. The latest addition to this list is the former Topshop flagship store on Oxford Street, which is currently undergoing renovation to become a 34,000 sq ft space housing retail, office, leisure, and catering elements.
Darren Gill, the managing director of McLaren Construction's London & South, highlighted the importance of balancing quality spaces with reduced carbon footprints through the skills to repurpose historic buildings. He also stated that more asset repurposing projects are coming to the market.
The construction industry is increasingly requiring the skills to repurpose historic buildings, according to Darren. This is evident in the renovation of the former Topshop flagship store, where some materials, including 11 columns for the fifth floor, are being re-used in another project.
McLaren Construction's investment in expertise for repurposing historic buildings is paying off with the raft of high-profile projects in London. Another example of their work is the overhaul of the former House of Fraser department store. However, details about the £132m mixed-use development project on the former House of Fraser store in London are not yet available.
The former House of Fraser store is affected by a condition called 'Regent Street disease', which requires repair of the Portland stone facade, reinstatement of architectural features, and completion of the Chapel Place facade. McLaren Construction has been selected to complete the job, but the specifics about their role in the project and its impact on historic building repurposing are not yet clear.
The renovation of the former Topshop flagship store and the former House of Fraser store are both examples of McLaren Construction's work on cut and carve projects in central London. These projects often involve familiar buildings in prominent locations, offering an opportunity to improve resilience through a variety of new uses.
As these projects progress, London's skyline continues to evolve, with McLaren Construction playing a significant role in expanding the presence of retail providers in the city and revitalizing historic buildings for modern use.
[1] It's worth noting that the available data mentions a repositioning work at Cabot Circus involving the former House of Fraser space to bring in M&S, with expected openings in late 2025 or early 2026. However, this does not reference McLaren Construction or discuss the broader £132m project or its impact on historic building repurposing. For detailed insights on McLaren Construction's role or impacts on historic building reuse in the construction industry, additional sources beyond these search results would be necessary.
