Planning consent has been granted for a new home for the Caspian Cultural Centre (CCC) and the Library for Iranian Studies in Acton.
The proposals, which were designed by GRID Architects, will see existing premises on the site adjacent to Woodlands Park, which has been home to the CCC and library for more than 30 years, replaced by a new cultural hub.
In addition to the new community and library space, a café will be built on the ground floor and the cultural centre will be funded by the creation of 105 new student rooms above the centre, comprising studios and cluster flats.
Laurence Osborn, director at GRID Architects, said: “After 18 long months, this planning success is the result of extended discussions with a wide range of stakeholders, and a client who had the vision to develop a visibly inviting building that will bring significant benefits the community, including local businesses and the student population. Our design does this and helps to raise the profile of the charitable trust and safely secure the future of its historic and culturally valuable collection.”
