Emrys Architects have gained planning consent for the retrofit and extension of the Courtyard building in Bloomsbury, central London, on behalf of Great Portland Estates (GPE). The scheme, located close to Alfred Place Gardens and within the setting of the Bloomsbury and Charlotte Street Conservation Areas, is intended to transform a cluster of buildings into a single fully managed office development.

The proposals form part of GPE’s ‘Flex’ product and seek to create a modern workspace that responds to the changing needs of occupiers. The project involves the retention and repair of the existing structure alongside upgrades to insulation, environmental performance and accessibility. A central glazed courtyard, designed for year-round use, will form the heart of the development, intended to support seminars, events and informal working.

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