At West Cromwell Road, our team is delivering one of the most constrained projects in London.
This unique construction challenge involves working both above and beneath an operational Tesco store and car park, next to a major Network Rail line, and adjacent to a hotel and residences — all while constructing a 33-storey tower and 462 residential units.
Given the irregular column grid of the new residential blocks, which sit above the car park, we’re installing a highly sophisticated transfer structure. This structure, made from 1,500 tonnes of steel plate girders, allows the loads from the new blocks to be transferred into new columns, strategically placed around the existing car park frame.
To ensure the safety and stability of the site, we’ve developed a robust system of temporary works, including steel installations to support existing concrete slabs, diagonal braces for wall support, and reinforced columns in the existing basement under the car park. New, larger pile caps are being cast around these columns to bear the weight of the new structures.
Due to our proximity to the Network Rail line, we have also implemented measures to counteract vibrations from passing trains. A free-standing slip form, supported by 13 brackets and acoustic barriers, ensures stability and minimises vibration impact.
West Cromwell Road is a landmark mixed-use development, offering 462 apartments across seven blocks, with the tallest reaching 33 storeys—making it one of the tallest buildings in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
This project is a testament to our team’s expertise in overcoming complex challenges through innovative engineering solutions.