2 Whitechapel Rd, E1
GPE
6,300 m²
CAM—V
2020
The Hickman delivers circa 7,000 sq. m. of premium, fully integrated, and sustainable office space in the heart of Whitechapel’s High Street Conservation Area.
This ambitious retrofit transformed the Grade II listed former home of toolmakers Buck & Hickman into a modern, versatile workspace while preserving its historic character.
The scheme also includes a 171-bedroom hotel, let to Qbic Hotels, and two rear courtyard sites, blending heritage with contemporary urban functionality.
Faced with substantial internal beams that limited ceiling space, the developers turned to AET’s flexible underfloor system to maintain generous floor-to-ceiling heights, maximise natural light, and preserve the building’s original aesthetic.
With centralised cores enabling efficient integration of floor supply and high-level return CAM—V units, the system — comprising 24 CAMs and 327 TU4 Fantiles™ — delivers adaptable, energy-efficient comfort across seven expansive floor plates.
Developer — GPE
Architect — DSDHA
Quantity Surveyor — Leslie Clark
M&E Consultant — Milieu Consult
Main Contractor — Ellmer
M&E Contractor — VBS
BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating
EPR ‘A’ rating
WiredScore & SmartScore Platinum rating
