Ironwood Works

Location
Shoreditch, London, EC2A

Architect
HUT Architects

Client
Aitch Group

Sector
Commercial

Shoreditch warehouse reimagined with new rooftop levels, basement and restored industrial features.

Ironwood Works in Shoreditch is a vibrant commercial development offering 18,000 sq ft of high-quality office space and a ground-floor restaurant. Its bold brick façade, metal accents, and large windows reflect the area’s industrial heritage while delivering a modern aesthetic. Designed for adaptability, the offices suit businesses from startups to established enterprises.

The structural engineering for Ironwood Works involved several innovative solutions to transform the existing structure into a modern commercial space. A key aspect was the replacement of a large masonry spine wall in the building’s centre with a new steel box frame, creating open-plan units and maximising usable floor area. A two-story steel-framed roof extension was added, incorporating roof terraces to enhance the building’s functionality and appeal.

Additionally, a new basement was constructed using an underpinning method, requiring meticulous temporary works sequencing devised in close collaboration with the contractor. These complex structural modifications allowed for increased flexibility and modernised the building while respecting its industrial heritage.

Photography
Emanuelis Stasaitis