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Matthew Rosewell
Matthew Rosewell, G&T Partner, has been elected to the newly formed British Council for Offices (BCO) London Committee.
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CamLIFE CAMBRIDGE

From business park to bio-innovation campus

Delivering sustainable, flexible lab space in the heart of Cambridge's life sciences cluster

Client

Longfellow Real Estate Partners


Location

Cambridge



Sectors


Size

1,830,000 sq ft


Completion

2025


Challenge

CamLIFE, a 42-acre parkland campus in Cambridge, aimed to transform a former business park into a leading life sciences hub. The challenge was to deliver high-quality, adaptable laboratory spaces that meet the specific needs of diverse life sciences tenants, all while adhering to stringent sustainability goals. The project required careful planning to phase the development effectively and ensure that the facilities would support wellbeing, productivity, and sustainable transport solutions.

Solution

G&T is providing Project Management and Employer’s Agent services for the CamLIFE development. The campus is being delivered in phases, with the Cam3 building scheduled to come online first, followed by Cam1 and Cam2. The design focuses on promoting wellbeing and productivity, incorporating features such as EV charging points, enhanced cycle parking and end-of-journey facilities. A commitment to sustainable development underpins the project, with the first phase targeting BREEAM 'Excellent' and EPC A ratings. An adaptive reuse design approach has led to a 40% reduction in whole-life embodied carbon compared to a new-build net-zero equivalent.

Outcome

Upon completion, CamLIFE will offer best-in-class, fitted lab spaces across three buildings, alongside curated amenities and expansive green spaces. The development is set to become a cornerstone of Cambridge's life sciences ecosystem, providing state-of-the-art facilities that support innovation and collaboration. G&T's involvement has been instrumental in ensuring that the project meets its ambitious sustainability targets and delivers flexible, high-quality spaces that cater to the evolving needs of life sciences companies.

Project Location

Life Sciences

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