Key takeaways
1,486
sq m of community space
170
apartments
5.5
acres of site
- With £2.2 billion price tag, Nova Victoria has revitalised an urban space, creating 83,000 sq m of office, retail, and residential space within three landmarks.
- Successfully navigated major logistical challenges including being surrounded on all sides by a busy one-way system and opposite Victoria station.
- Delivering a legacy for Victoria was paramount, post development 175 jobs and 10 apprenticeships were secured for local residents, supporting the community.
Nova Victoria stands as a beacon of transformation, turning a once neglected area of central London into a vibrant urban hub. Our dedication to creating a lasting legacy for Victoria is evident through the creation of 175 jobs and 10 apprenticeships for local residents, achieved in partnership with City of Westminster College, Jobcentre Plus, Land Securities, and our supply chain.
Constructing on a 5.5-acre site surrounded by a bustling one-way system and adjacent to Victoria station, one of London's busiest interchanges, required meticulous planning and coordination. The simultaneous upgrade of Victoria Underground station added complexity, necessitating regular planning meetings with Transport for London and other key stakeholders, including three five-star hotels and the Victoria Palace Theatre.
A significant challenge was the 3m diameter Western Deep Sewer running beneath the site. We employed a top-down construction method, allowing us to build the superstructure and sub-basement concurrently while preserving the sewer. Our MEP team was crucial, managing the installation of a basement energy centre capable of exporting heat to an external district heating system and completing the entire MEP scope, including apartment fitouts and Cat A works.
The £2.2 billion project delivered 83,000 sq m of premium, energy-efficient office space, retail and dining areas, and luxurious apartments within three iconic buildings. This comprehensive redevelopment created a new, pedestrian-friendly, landscaped public quarter, establishing Nova Victoria as a dynamic new destination in London.
By applying insights from iconic projects across the capital, we ensured reliable delivery for our client while fostering lasting employment opportunities for the local community.
