Vision
1 Broadgate is a flagship 14-storey mixed-use building at the heart of British Land’s Broadgate campus, delivering 545,000 sq ft of Grade A workspace and 48,000 sq ft of retail and leisure space in one of London’s most connected locations. Designed by AHMM, the development sets new benchmarks in sustainability, digital readiness and long-term performance, combining human-centred design with a future-proofed technical strategy.
The building is 96% pre-let to A&O Shearman and JLL and achieves ambitious environmental standards, including Net Zero Carbon by UKGBC definition, the UK’s first NABERS-registered rating, and targeted BREEAM Outstanding, WELL Platinum and EPC A certifications. A material passport, whole-life carbon modelling and a comprehensive Sustainability Tracker underpin an outcomes-driven approach from early design through to handover.
Our Contribution
Hilson Moran supported the project from early feasibility and options appraisal through to construction and practical completion, providing interdisciplinary services including MEP design, sustainability, infrastructure, vertical transportation, BIM, ecology and facilities management.
Sustainability
We guided the project’s ambitious sustainability strategy from concept to handover, aligning targets with British Land’s corporate KPIs and emerging industry best practice. As the UK’s first NABERS Design for Performance registration (DfP0001), the project pioneered new methods of operational energy modelling, informing key design decisions such as optimised waste-heat recovery, coordinated tenant simulations and a pathway to improved in-use performance.
Infrastructure
Our detailed utilities investigations reduced risk, avoided major diversions and significantly lowered the overall utilities budget. Surveys included substations, fibre networks, telecoms ducts, EHV cables and high-risk gas mains, enabling early de-risking and coordinated enabling works.
MEP Design
We led MEP design from feasibility through to completion, introducing high-efficiency heat pumps, water-cooled chillers, PV panels and rainwater harvesting. A flexible mixed-mode ventilation strategy responds to real-time demand via a digital intranet-linked control system. Systems were designed to capture energy between uses, supporting landlord-provided retail systems that reduce plant area while enhancing wellbeing and efficiency.
Vertical Transportation & Façade Access
A bespoke vertical transportation strategy supports high-density office floors, premium retail and extensive cycle facilities, including dedicated shuttle lifts. Our façade access design accommodates the building’s stepped geometry and terraces, ensuring safe, long-term maintainability.
BIM & Digital Delivery
Working alongside Sir Robert McAlpine, we developed the ISO19650-compliant BIM strategy, models and protocols for this flagship scheme. Advanced data modelling enhances operational insight and lifecycle performance, delivering a robust Level 2 BIM environment that exceeds current industry norms.
Facilities Management & SMART Integration
Early engagement with Broadgate Estates informed the optimisation of operational systems, metering and smart interfaces. We integrated the design with British Land’s SMART Guide, enabling futureproofed digital standards and campus-wide connectivity.
Ecology
Our ecologists introduced green infrastructure and biodiversity features, complementing new terraces and amenity spaces while aligning with emerging biodiversity net gain principles.
Design for People
1 Broadgate prioritises occupant wellbeing, delivering adaptable workspaces, generous natural light, landscaped terraces and excellent end-of-trip facilities. Its connectivity to Liverpool Street Station and the Elizabeth Line supports active travel and seamless commuter experience, while smart-enabled building systems enhance comfort, control and user experience.
Design for Planet
The project demonstrates an integrated approach to reducing whole-life carbon, driving down operational demand and enabling transparent performance tracking. Circular economy principles, material passports, renewable technologies and advanced heat-recovery systems contribute to a long-term net-zero pathway while supporting British Land’s campus-wide sustainability ambition.
A Shared Commitment
1 Broadgate represents a collaborative effort between British Land, GIC, AHMM, Sir Robert McAlpine and the wider consultant team. The project demonstrates that highly sustainable, adaptable commercial buildings can be both commercially resilient and operationally exceptional. Hilson Moran is proud to have supported British Land’s vision of on-site working and their values of trust, honesty and collaboration.
