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Introduction | A multi-skilled consultancy
OFFICES AND COMMERCIAL
Formed in 2005, Iceni is now the market leader and preferred consultancy for a fast-growing number of clients. We have always sought to provide the skills of an advisor with the instincts of a developer.
We achieve this by knowing our tradecraft – the technical skills that come through years of education and on-the-job experience that is recognised by professional accreditation. But it is also daring to be different; being proactive and thinking strategically. Our client relationships are built on trust, togetherness, enthusiasm, and a courage to challenge, where appropriate. The technical specialisms that the company hold have widened, but this fundamental objective remains the same. We are committed to putting our client’s interests first – and providing them with the tools to significantly improve their performance.
There has been a structural shift in the office sector in recent years with a move away from traditional format offices to more flexible working and co-working spaces capable of accommodating businesses at all stages of the business lifecycle and the requirements of different sectors.
There is increasing demand for smaller floorplates, larger communal areas, supporting, flexible uses, functional outdoor spaces and broadband connectivity to all parts of the building and surrounds is an essential component. This shift is driven in part by increasingly agile working practices – hot-desking, shared workspaces, social hubs and breakout spaces, which result in the more efficient use of space. Wellbeing and sustainable practices are becoming core incentives, with the industry having to respond at pace.
HQ of Iceni itself. We are also continuing to advise on planning matters across the regions on behalf of a range of landowners, private developers and investors including XLB, Ford Motor Company, FORE Partnership and Urban Splash.
From our offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, and Manchester, we deliver on a variety of schemes across the UK. Our services are offered from project inception through to occupation on site. We also have considerable knowledge in the assessment and need for employment floorspace to assist local authorities and site promoters/developers alike in determining the amount and type of space needed on a siteby-site, district-wide, or regional scale basis.
Ian Anderson Chief Executive
Iceni Projects has a range of experience in this sector which includes promoting in the region of 200,000sq.m of floorspace across sites in London –recently securing a positive resolution at the flagship, 226 Tower Bridge Road, in addition to the London
We provide specialist advice in the fields of archaeology ; delivery ; design ; EIA management ; engagement ; heritage ; planning ; sustainable development , townscape and transport . Our team are talented, relentless, intelligent, bold and experienced. Individually or collectively, you’ll know when you’re with Iceni Projects.
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Birmingham
The Colmore Building
20 Colmore Circus
Birmingham, B4 6AT
T: 0121 262 4148
Edinburgh 14-18 Hill Street
Edinburgh, EH2 3JZ
T: 0131 370 3486
London
Da Vinci House
44 Saffron Hill, London, EC1N 8FH
T: 020 3640 8508
Glasgow
201 West George Street
Glasgow, G2 2LW
T: 0141 465 4996
Manchester
WeWork, Dalton Place
29 John Dalton Street
Manchester, M2 6FW
T: 0161 509 2840
The Team Structure of Iceni
DESIGN
Ian Anderson Chief Executive
Andrew Gale Chief Operating Officer
James Bompas Director | Business Devt. & Strategic Planning
ARCHAEOLOGY
Claire Cogar Director
Laurie Handcock Director
Nick Walker Director
Jonathan Stewart Director
Paul Drew Director
James Jaulim Director
Sam Griffiths Director
Nick Ireland Director
Matt Kingham Director
Paul McColgan Director
ENGAGEMENT & PLACE
Gemma Gallant Director
Philippa Curran Director
Silke Gruner Director
Ian Mayhead Director
James Waterhouse Director
Grant Director PLANNING
Callum Fraser Director
Chris Jones Director
Gary Mappin Director
Ian Gallacher Director
Jamie Sullivan Director
Fowler Director
Burbridge Director
John Mumby Director
Kieron Hodgson Director
Leona Hannify Director
Peters Director
Lewis Westhoff Director
Lorna O’Carroll Director
Simon
Nick
Clive
Fred
Rob Amey Director
Introduction Our Projects Our People Added Value
Tower Bridge Court
Southwark
Iceni (Planning and Heritage) secured permission in January 2020 for office-led, mixed use development, immediately adjacent to Tower Bridge on behalf of FORE Partnership and Landid Property Holdings.
The scheme will provide for c.10,000 sq.ft of Grade A office space, with the introduction of complementary commercial uses (A1, A3, A4, D1 and D2) at the basement and lower ground floor levels, to create a new active frontage within the unique street scene of Shad Thames – whilst maximising flexibility for future occupiers. The scheme will also provide dedicated space for start-up businesses, community groups and social enterprises, in responding to the growing need for affordable solutions across London.
Working closely with Stiff and Trevilian, Iceni have built a close working rapport with senior officers and key decision makers at the London Borough of Southwark in creating a high-quality building which responds sensitively to its neighbouring surroundings, including the Grade II listed Tower Bridge and Accumulator Tower.
The scheme has also been designed to accommodate flexible and dynamic working practices, including [xxx], with health and wellbeing at the core. The building will aspire to be 100% electric and carbon neutral in operation – promoting [xxx], whilst bringing the site back into beneficial use and creating a significant uplift in jobs at a prominent gateway site within the Central Activities Zone.
Musuem Street
Holborn
We are currently advising Lab Tech on the comprehensive redevelopment of this prominent site in Holborn.
The site is currently occupied by 16 storey Travel Lodge hotel and a multi-storey NCP car park, representing one of the final available development sites in the wider St Giles regeneration area.
The site represents a rare Central London opportunity to bring forward an iconic development in the heart of one London’s most important opportunity areas. The site occupies a strategically important and prominent position within the opportunity area and is surrounded by several high-profile development sites that have either been built out or are in the planning pipeline.
Through these new developments, the area is be transformed into a thriving new mixed use community. We are currently working collaboratively with Camden Council, the GLA , TfL, Historic England and other key stakeholders through extensive pre-application discussions to bring forward a major mixed use development on the site.
The proposed development will deliver 35,000 sqm of new floorspace, comprising office, residential, retail, leisure, a 21 storey tower, the refurbishment of listed buildings fronting on to Oxford Street, and major public realm improvements.
65 Tabernacle Street
Shoreditch
Iceni secured approval for the delivery of a new, purpose built 8 storey office development for 65 TS Ltd in the heart of Shoreditch.
The scheme is being delivered as part of the wider Central Foundation Boys School Masterplan and will deliver best-in-class office accommodation that meets the requirements of tenants.
Parklife
Putney
Iceni advised Feldberg Capital on the acquisition, pre-application, planning and post submission stages for the Parklife project.
The scheme delivers a 90,000 sqft commercial campus through a two storey roof extension, the refurbishment of all existing floorspace, a new F&B unit and ground and roof level as well as through new soft and hard landscaping that draws its inspiration from the adjoining Wandsworth Park.
Flitcroft House Camden
Iceni Projects have been advising Estates & Agency Group on the comprehensive refurbishment and extension of Flitcroft House, located on Charing Cross Road in the London Borough of Camden.
The scheme was granted planning permission in 2023 and comprises a cut and carve refurbishment of the existing office space, two new office floors, a roof terrace and best in class end of journey facilities. Given the site’s location within a conservation area, the restoration of the historic façade at ground floor level and refurbishing the existing façade to its original condition was a key means in which to unlock the development potential of the site.
99 Charterhouse Street
Barbican
Iceni Projects provided planning consultancy services for works to 99 Charterhouse Street near Barbican. The development comprises a three-storey upward extension and six storey rear extension, as well as provision of new roof terrace amenity and other external alterations to the building. Planning permission was granted by the London Borough of Islington in June 2023.
34 Farringdon Lane
Farringdon
Iceni secured planning permission and listed building consent to the iconic Grade II listed 34 Farringdon Lane.
The scheme delivered heritage-led restoration of building, the delivery of new extensions, a roof terrace and new end of journey facilities in order to modernise and reposition the building for the modern-day office occupier.
The Eversholt
Euston
Iceni advised Feldberg Capital on the phased refurbishment and repositioning of the Eversholt, a 110,000 sq ft listed building in Euston.
Working closely with Camden Council, we developed a bespoke heritage and planning masterplan approach for the building. This culminated in 13 x separate planning, listed building consent and advertisement consent applications to secure these enhancements.
Johnson Gardens
Hatton Garden
Iceni advised Arax Properties on the repositioning of 5 x disparate buildings into the award winning Johnson Gardens commercial campus in the heart of Hatton Garden.
The scheme involved over 10 x separate applications ranging from land use swaps, new terraces, refurbishment, new landscaping as well as a new public art mural delivered by Street Art For Mankind.
141 Moorgate Moorgate
Iceni advised Highbridge Estates on the comprehensive refurbishment of the Grade II listed 141 Moorgate above Moorgate Station.
The scheme included the provision of new M&E equipment, replacement windows and new interventions at ground and roof level to ensure the building is brought up to modern day EPC and quality standards.
Euston House
Euston
Iceni assisted Arax Properties in the comprehensive refurbishment and extension of Euston House, immediately adjacent Euston Station.
The scheme sees the provision of a new extension at roof level to provide a roof terrace, rear infill extensions, new end of journey facilities and ground floor enhancements.
Lonsdale Road Queens Park
Iceni have been advising Feldberg Capital on a series of interventions to Lonsdale Road in the heart of Queens Park, and one of London’s most popular destinations.
Our advice has covered bespoke Class E land use strategies for the circa 100 properties in the street, asset management applications, new development as well as a comprehensive public realm enhancement scheme.
Charterhouse Buildings
Queens
Park
Iceni advised S2 Estates on the change of use, refurbishment and extension of the former Society of Genealogists Library in the heart of Clerkenwell.
Integral to the success of the application was a bespoke land use case to justify the change of use, together with an iterative design process with Islington Court.
The completed scheme will deliver over 20,000 sq ft of high quality office accommodation.
15-17 Goodge Street
Fitzrovia
Iceni have been advising the owners of this iconic art deco commercial building in the heart of Goodge Street.
The scheme would see the existing building given a new lease on life, with a roof extension, roof terrace, improved energy efficiency and a retained F&B unit and ground and basement level.
Knollys and Stepheson House
Croydon
Iceni have been advising Feldberg Capital on a number of strategic interventions to reposition Knollys and Stephenson House as a prime office and commercial destination in East Croydon.
The interventions include the delivery of 2,500 sqm of new Class E commercial accommodation, recladding of the facades, new hard and soft landscaping and the reduction of existing car parking and provision of new cycle parking and end of journey facilities.
33 Creechurch Lane City of London
Iceni Projects were appointed by Merchant Land Investment Ltd to provide Townscape, Heritage, and Visual Impact Assessment services in support of applications for a tall building development within the City of London.
The redevelopment of the Site includes the demolition of a smaller, 5 storey office block, located within the Eastern Cluster, which was identified as not utilising the full potential of the Site, to be replaced with a 20 storey building comprising office and retail and associated works which has been developed by Assael Architecture.
As the Site is within the City of London, a number of highly significant heritage assets are within its immediate and wider setting, including the Grade I listed Bevis Marks Synagogue, Grade II* listed Former Port of London Authority Building, and the Tower of London World Heritage Site. Iceni Heritage were commissioned to provide advice regarding the setting of these sensitive heritage assets. The ground level elevation along Heneage Lane incorporates a relief detail in homage of the Holy Trinity Priory that once stood on the site.
As well as detailed analysis on the setting of heritage assets, aided by the use of 3D interactive modelling and verified visuals, the height of the scheme required analysis of views and townscape impacts, with key views agreed with City of London, which included viewpoints within the LVMF.
King William House City of London
Iceni have advised Highbridge Estates on the retrofit and refurbishment of the Grade II listed King William House above Monument Station.
The scheme modernises the existing commercial floorspace and delivers a new terrace for staff amenity along with improving the overall energy efficiency of the building.
Introduction Our Projects Our People Added Value
Andrew Gale Chief Operating Officer
T: 020 3640 8508
M: 07875 672 061
E: agale@iceniprojects.com
Clients value Andrews’ balanced approach and trust him to obtain the best outcome.
Andrew was schooled in the ‘art’ of town planning whilst working for two local authorities, Tunbridge Wells and Canterbury, in Kent. This experience taught him early and valuable lessons in how the UK planning system and development industry interact. He has continued to develop his professional and commercial skills having worked as a planning consultant in several large multi-disciplinary firms.
His previous role was as a Partner at Drivers Jonas Deloitte, where he led a team focusing on large-scale residential and mixeduse developments. He acts for landowners and local authorities through to niche-developers and national house-builders.
Complex and demanding projects, where clients’ expectations and requirements have to be judged against both policy and political influences, is where Andrew thrives most. He brings many years’ experience from both a public sector and large-corporate perspective and leads the planning side of the Iceni business.
Lewis Westhoff Director, Planning
T: 020 3640 8508
M: 07557 678 587
E: lwesthoff@iceniprojects.com
Lewis prides himself on his creative thinking, eye for detail and his ability to provide clear and concise advice to clients.
Lewis is a member of Iceni’s Central London Planning Team and has over 6 years planning experience working throughout the UK and Australia.
Lewis has worked on a number of high profile planning projects, including major urban mixed use regeneration schemes and greenfield urban land releases for up to 10,000 new homes. He has advised a diverse range of clients including landowners, occupiers, funds, developers and local authorities.
His project work has seen Lewis gain strong experience across London, including the boroughs of Camden, Islington, Westminster, Southwark, the City of London and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Lewis also specialises in all Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) matters..
Lewis takes a personable approach to all of his work and couples this with his excellent technical planning skills to build strong relationships with project teams and local authorities, enabling him to secure the best possible outcome for his clients.
Ian Mayhead Director, Planning
T: 020 3640 8508
M: 07807 773 885
E: imayhead@iceniprojects.com
Ian is experienced in delivering large scale and high profile projects.
Ian leads teams to deliver major regeneration projects. His work ranges from large-scale redevelopments on brownfield land such as the former GSK headquarters in Greenford, Farnborough Business Park or the former Nailstone Colliery, to the promotion of large scale strategic land opportunities across the South East.
Ian initially graduated in Geography and Applied French and went on to complete a Master’s degree in Planning, Policy and Practice from South Bank University. He went on to work as part of the team who represented the Olympic Delivery Authority and subsequently the London Legacy Development Corporation to deliver the Olympic Stadium and Media Complex on time and on budget.
Ian joined Iceni Projects to assist on the delivery of a wide range of commercial, residential and mixed-use projects. Ian’s key strengths lie in his interpersonal skills and his ability to develop positive relationships with officers, stakeholders, and members of the project teams to achieve the best possible outcome for proposed developments. He is passionate about working with local authorities and communities to highlight the positive values of development, and the ability to deliver long term change.
Ashleigh Cook Associate Director, Planning
T: 020 3640 8508
M: 07741 656 453
E: acook@iceniprojects.com
Ashleigh’s policy understanding and determination assists in the smooth and successful delivery of projects
Ashleigh is a Senior Planner in Iceni’s Urban Planning Team and since joining in May 2018 she has been involved in a wide range of projects and has provided tailored advice to clients to enable them to progress their site through the planning system. Ashleigh is currently working on a number of complex urban development schemes, with a focus on residential-led mixed-use development, which have the potential to turn under-utilised land in London into much needed homes.
Ashleigh also leads Iceni Futures, an Iceni sector group which focuses on how PropTech and PlanTech could influence how we plan places in the future and how we can utilise technology to make places better now. Ashleigh takes an important role in promoting our work and interest in this sector.
Before joining Iceni, Ashleigh had been on secondment for a year to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. She played a fundamental role in the drafting of the revised National Planning Policy Framework, with a focus on the policy areas of design, density and small sites. This experience has given her an in-depth understanding of national policy and Government objectives for delivery which she utilises in her project work at Iceni.
Lorna O’Carroll Director, Planning
T: 020 3640 8508
M: 07875 681 532
E: locarroll@iceniprojects.com
Lorna utilises an analytical approach and attention to detail to deliver positive results for clients
Lorna joined Iceni Projects having worked within the Economics and Regeneration Team at a leading London based planning consultancy.
The focus of her work is producing and advising on socio-economic impact assessments for a wide range of development projects including residential, commercial, mixed-use and transport uses to support planning applications and to form part of Environmental Impact Assessments. She also has experience in preparing health impact and equality impact assessments for major projects.
Lorna has also led on the preparation and submission of planning applications –co-ordinating multi-disciplinary project teams and successfully negotiating with local planning authorities.
She also has experience promoting strategic housing and employment sites through the local plan process and has undertaken employment land, local economic assessments and growth option studies for both public and private sector clients, drawing on her aptitude to decipher technical evidence.
Lorna’s strengths include strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, attention to detail and an ability to effectively communicate technical information.
Nick Grant Director, Planning
T: 020 3640 8508
M: 07772 099 960
E: ngrant@iceniprojects.com
Nick has a extensive experience on delivering high profile and complex residential and commercial developments across London.
Nick is a Charted Town Planner with over 10 years experience working on a wide range of property developments across London and the south east.
Throughout his career Nick has worked on projects across all corners of London, with extensive experience in Westminster, the City of London, Camden, Lambeth, Southwark, Lewisham, Hackney, Newham and Tower Hamlets. He also has experience on a number of large scale regeneration projects across the south east, including sites in Epping Forest, Cambridge and Brighton.
Nick has advised and worked alongside some of the UK’s largest house builders, international investors and private developers to secure planning permission for a variety of challenging projects. His project experience ranges from major mixed use developments on brownfield sites in east London to controversial private homes in Knightsbridge.
Introduction Our Projects
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Iceni Futures
The Iceni Futures team was set up in response to the rapidly changing world and the acknowledgment that more than ever, we need to create futureproofed and sustainable development. The teams role is to assess, predict and influence change across the development industry. In practice that means exploring how places and people will function in the future, analysing existing barriers and providing strategic advice which aligns with clients goals and aspirations to ensure development is fit for the future.
The team doesn’t claim to be experts in every new discipline or product, but they understand the existing barriers and outdated development processes that persist across the industry and the importance of working innovatively and smarter to deliver client visions and change that actually works. It’s understood that each client will need tailored advice and the Futures team look to work collaboratively to provide advice which is tailored to a specific site, company strategy or product. Essentially, if you’re looking to plan for or capitalise on the future, Iceni Futures can be there to support you and drive that ambition.
Iceni Futures: Smarter Sustainability
Added Value: iSite
iSite pulls together a number of services to enable the promoter of a project – but equally the respective consultant, local authority, consultee, local community and wider interested party – to gain the knowledge and understanding of a site or location that historically has only been possible from an in-depth site visit. Moreover, many projects are of the size and scale that even a physical site visit renders difficult to comprehend.
The key focus of iSite is to provide an intelligent digital design and consultation tool. This incorporates the use of drone photography, 360° camerawork (think Google Street View for buildings), interactive, virtual consultation halls and project web sites that can pool together all of the information for effective file management and sharing. So whether you need to initiate an initial site survey appraisal, team site visit, pre-application meeting, public consultation event or committee presentation, iSite can help.
iSite wont be for everyone. We understand that. But if you are looking for cost-effective ways to progress with your proposals, it could be the answer.
To discuss iSite please email isite@iceniprojects.com
The Sustainable Development Scorecard
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) has running throughout it the ‘golden thread of sustainable development’. In spite of this, there is no clear-cut, NPFbased assessment criteria to consider a site or project’s sustainable development credentials, making current assessment processes both tricky and subjective.
The Sustainable Development Commission was established to address this recognised issue with our planning system. Made up of a balanced cross-section of industry professionals, the Commission has debated the issues and found solutions, culminating in the creation of the Sustainable Development Scorecard.
The Scorecard website is free to use and accessible to anyone with a vested interest in development, including developers, architects, planners, community groups and members of the public. By crystallising the NPPF’s guidance into a simple, online analysis tool, the Commissionaims to provide a more consistent approach to sustainable development, leading to a more sustainable built environment.