Plans Submitted for Major Soho Office-Led Redevelopment

Plans have been submitted for a significant mixed-use redevelopment in the heart of Soho that would transform four interconnected buildings into a new eight-storey office and retail destination.

Designed by Emrys Architects on behalf of Royal London Asset Management and developer Simten, the proposals cover 31-32 Soho Square, known as Twentieth Century House, alongside 65-66 Frith Street, 22 Dean Street and 10 Chapone Place.

The scheme would see a comprehensive redevelopment of the site, including the demolition of the existing structure behind the retained façade of Twentieth Century House, the complete demolition and reconstruction of 65-66 Frith Street, refurbishment works to Dean Street properties, and extensions to Chapone Place.

Twentieth Century House was originally constructed in 1936 for Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation and recently received a five-year immunity from listing from Historic England, clearing the way for redevelopment proposals to progress.

Under the plans, Twentieth Century House and the rebuilt Frith Street building would be combined into a single office-led development featuring an additional storey, enlarged entrance facilities and new ground-floor retail accommodation.

Royal London Asset Management described the proposals as an opportunity to bring an important Soho site back into productive use while supporting the long-term future of the area.

The development team includes Waterman (structures), Hilson Moran (MEP), DP9 (planning), Storey (project management), Gardiner & Theobald (cost consultancy), Caneparo Associates (transport) and Farrer Huxley (landscape architecture).

Supply Chain Opportunity

With planning now submitted, the scheme represents a potential future opportunity for contractors and consultants specialising in:

• Demolition and enabling works

• Structural alterations and façade retention

• Steel frame construction

• Refurbishment and fit-out

• Mechanical and electrical installations

• Commercial office construction

• Retail fit-out works

• Landscaping and public realm

ConstructNet Intelligence

The proposed redevelopment highlights continued demand for premium office accommodation within Central London despite wider market challenges. Should planning approval be secured, the project could generate opportunities across the demolition, structural, M&E, fit-out and specialist refurbishment supply chains as the development progresses towards delivery.