RADIO HOUSE

CAMBRIDGE

Cambridge faces a shortage of affordable, high-quality space across a broad spectrum of science and technology needs — from wet labs and dry labs to engineering and flexible workspace. Rising costs and limited central supply risk pushing companies to the periphery, making it harder to compete for talent. The challenge was to deliver central, sustainable facilities that met technical demands while reinforcing Cambridge’s global strength: its ability to attract and retain world-class people.

Lateral secured Radio House and St Andrew’s House and committed to a next-generation retrofit model. Both refurbished to BREEAM Excellent, they provide flexible, sustainable infrastructure in the heart of Cambridge. Radio House offers dry labs, engineering space, and modern workspace designed for adaptability and efficiency. St Andrew’s House is conceived as a demand-led platform, capable of serving a broad spectrum of science and technology requirements, from specialist labs to workspace and collaboration areas. Together, they combine centrality, value for money, and technical capability to support company growth and talent retention.

Radio House and St Andrew’s House strengthen Cambridge’s position as a global centre for science and technology. They provide adaptable, affordable infrastructure that evolves with occupier needs, while their urban location keeps companies close to research anchors, transport, and talent. By prioritising retrofit and sustainability, both buildings extend asset life, reduce environmental impact, and deliver a demand-led platform built around the ultimate driver of progress — people.