Our Plans for a next-generation, liquid-cooled hyperscale data centre at Premier Park, West London, have received planning committee approval from the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC). Designed by us for a Pure Data Centres Group and SEGRO joint venture, the project repurposes under-utilised industrial land to provide resilient, high-capacity digital infrastructure in response to increasing demand across London and the UK.

Developed following extensive consultation with key stakeholders, proposals replace a redundant warehouse with an efficient 22,365 sqm data centre, designed to make the most of the industrial land. Proposals also place a strong emphasis on the view of the new facility from the surrounding area with particular attention given to the experience of passing the building for those travelling along the adjacent railway to the north.

The resulting three-storey development will comprise nine data halls and associated office accommodation, set within a high-quality, pedestrian-friendly environment. Accommodation will be organised in a simple, linear, process-driven arrangement to maximise IT capacity and operational efficiency, supported by plant, storage and a secure entrance pavilion, and powered via a dedicated substation capable of supporting a 72 MW data centre.

A refined material palette will meet the scheme’s technical requirements while creating a strong visual identity, with variations in texture and form bringing the façade to life through light, shadow and rhythm.

The development is designed to achieve BREEAM Excellent and an A-rated EPC for the office accommodation, supported by a modular approach that ensures efficiency in construction, operation and maintenance. Integrated measures, including rainwater harvesting, photovoltaic panels and the potential for heat recovery, will enhance overall building performance, reduce operational costs and support a highly resilient operation.

Native planting, ecological buffers and sustainable drainage systems will be introduced to enhance biodiversity and promote wildlife movement across and around the site. In addition, attractive outdoor amenity spaces, well-lit routes and high-quality end-of-journey facilities will encourage wellbeing and active travel.

With construction scheduled to start in 2026, the scheme is set to create a recognisable new landmark development for Park Royal, reinforcing it as a key location for Critical National Infrastructure in the UK.