Ardmore has been appointed by LS Estates as the main contractor for the £50m retrofit redevelopment of 5 Chancery Lane, located between Holborn and Fleet Street. The project will transform the site into 105,637 sqft of premium Grade A office space.
The redevelopment plan includes the demolition of the existing top floor, replaced by two new floors and a roof terrace constructed using advanced cross-laminated timber. This approach marries historical charm with contemporary, sustainable design, catering to the increasing demand for healthy, high-performance buildings.
By retaining 86% of the existing structure, the project will save 4,800 tonnes of CO2e and divert 95% of construction waste from landfill. The office space has been designed to minimize carbon emissions and water consumption, with a strong focus on sustainability. Pre-assessed to meet BREEAM Excellent standards, 5 Chancery Lane is expected to achieve an EPC rating of Band A, underscoring its commitment to environmental efficiency.
“We are looking forward to starting works on 5 Chancery Lane. Ardmore has a strong track record in restoring beautiful historic buildings and we’re known for the quality of our projects.
We are delighted to be working with LS Estates. We are aligned in our common purpose of creating sustainable, high-quality office workspaces for London. We have built a strong and reliable team who will ensure we deliver this project in line with the highest safety standards, without any compromise in quality.
We are looking forward to working with LS Estates and to build on our impressive track record of major regeneration schemes in London.”
James ByrneDirector, Ardmore
“The demand for bringing sustainable buildings to occupiers has never been greater. People now want to work in buildings that reflect their values, especially when it comes to their environmental footprint. 5 Chancery Lane will be a prime example of the new breed of buildings and we’re looking forward to working with Ardmore to help deliver that promise.”
Mark SwetmanCEO at LS Estates