Developers Delancy and the LRC Group have been granted approval to build a 600,000 ft office development in London.

The city centre project involves developed a new major commercial campus on the former 5.2 acre Royal Mint site.

The BREEAM 'Excellent' scheme will feature five buildings, providing 550,000 sq ft of office space and 50,000 sq ft for shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as 1.8 acres of landscaped public realm.

The Royal Mint Court scheme has been designed by architectural practice Sheppard Robson, with architects Morrow + Lorraine appointed to "reinvigorate" the historic Johnson Smirke building. In addition, landscape architect Martha Schwartz will design the public realm.

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Paul Goswell, Managing Director at Delancey, said: "The scale of Royal Mint Court, coupled with its history and large area of amenity space, make it a one of a kind site in the City of London and we have sought to use this to create an inspirational working environment."

LRC Group added: "The 600,000 sq ft Royal Mint Court masterplan will create one of the most sought after destinations for employment and leisure in London. The striking design of the restored historic Johnson-Smirke, combined with the remodelled, modern architecture with adaptable modern infrastructure, will make Royal Mint Court an unrivalled destination for companies looking to make a bold move in the City."

(LM/CD)