Designs by architect Gensler for the latest phase of the Wellcome Genome Campus in Hinxton, South Cambridgeshire have been approved by planners
The latest development will provide two purpose-built life sciences buildings over 200,000 sq ft at the campus which aims to become a a global centre for genomics, biodata, health data and data science.
Nathan Morgan, Project Director & Global Sciences Leader at Gensler, said: “We are excited to partner with the Wellcome Genome Campus to design the first life sciences buildings in the expansion of its site. This is a significant step forward in Wellcome Genome Campus realising the vision of a globally significant science destination, with strong connections to the local environment and community.”
The buildings will be a gateway to the new campus and feature incubator and accelerator spaces.
Robert Evans, Chief Executive at Wellcome Genome Campus, said: “We are delighted to gain approval for these striking new buildings, which should start on site later this year, as part of our Expansion Phase 1.
“We are providing world-class facilities for translational research and development, supporting growth and enabling new partnerships and breakthroughs that benefit people everywhere.”
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