Mission Street and BGO have appointed Bowmer + Kirkland to deliver the 180,000 sq ft Fabrica scheme in Oxford.
Construction of Fabrica will commence this month following the completion of groundworks and site preparation by Colemans. The scheme, which is located on Botley Road in Oxford’s West End, is expected to complete in early 2027.
Arranged across five floors, Fabrica has been designed to accommodate the evolving requirements of science and innovation companies. The scheme will also provide more than 7,000 sq ft of amenity space, including an F&B offering open to occupiers and the general public.
Colin Brown, development director at Mission Street, said: “Following a collaborative, positive procurement process, Bowmer + Kirkland will shortly take forward the science and innovation sector’s biggest construction start of 2025 so far. As science companies increasingly look to central Oxford for its extensive amenities and unrivalled transport connections, which will include the future link to East West Rail, Fabrica’s delivery represents a major vote of confidence in the UK market.”
Neil Brook, group construction director at Bowmer + Kirkland, added: “We are delighted to have been appointed as the construction partner for this exciting and innovative lab, office, and collaboration space in the heart of Oxford, strengthening our existing relationship with Mission Street and BGO in the rapidly evolving life sciences sector. Our teams approached this project collaboratively from the start, allowing us to complete the tender process in just 10 weeks. We look forward to starting on-site at the end of May with a 96-week programme.”
