Old Compton Street
Exemplar retro-fit first - a collection of buildings on Old Compton Street and Bourchier Street were in need of modernising. Comm Comm UK gained feedback from local residents, the Soho Society and councillors that was used to adapt original designs. It was approved unanimously at planning committee.
Client: Soho Estates
Borough: City of Westminster
Date: September 2023 – December 2024
Existing site:
To lead the public consultation for the planning application on behalf of Soho Estates.
Existing site:
A number of buildings at 58-70 Old Compton Street and Bourchier Street, home to various businesses including restaurants and flexible workspace.
Scheme deliverables:
To modernise and improve existing buildings and office space
Bring the buildings’ environmental and sustainability credentials up to date
Increase the active retail and restaurant frontage on Old Compton Street
Create new office frontages on Bourchier Street
Provide additional in-demand office space
Create new terraces providing valuable outdoor space for workers with planting to increase biodiversity
Improve the road surface and lighting on Bourchier Street, making it safer and more walkable.
Communications undertaken:
Corresponded, met with and produced promotional material for local stakeholders, businesses and politicians
Created a project website to showcase plans
Held a public exhibition locally to exhibit proposals
Created Summary of Proposals for planning committee.
Status of scheme:
Planning application unanimously approved by Westminster City Council in December 2024.