Who designed the Redditch Innovation Centre?

The Redditch Innovation Centre has been designed by AHR, drawing on our extensive experience in delivering high quality, sustainable workplace and innovation-led developments across the UK.

What is AHR’s design approach for the Redditch Innovation Centre?

Our design responds to the evolving world of work, combining flexible workplace design, inclusive public spaces and a strong connection to Redditch town centre. The scheme is designed to support collaboration and long-term economic growth.

How does the project reflect AHR’s expertise in workplace design?

The scheme builds on our expertise in creating adaptable office, lab and enterprise spaces that can evolve with user needs, encouraging creativity, productivity and informal collaboration.

How has sustainability been addressed in the design?

Sustainability is integral to our approach, with the building designed to support long-term environmental performance through efficient layouts, durable materials and future-focused sustainable design principles.

How does the project contribute to Redditch town centre regeneration?

Designed as part of the wider Redditch town centre regeneration, the centre will help revitalise the town centre by modernising infrastructure, attracting investment and supporting local businesses and employment.

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Project News

Planning approved for a flexible, forward-thinking innovation hub in Redditch

Min Read

by AHR

We’re pleased to share that plans for Redditch Innovation Centre have been approved, a key milestone in delivering flexible workspace for local people and driving economic growth in the area.

The 2,600m² facility will offer flexible and adaptable workspace for both start-ups and established manufacturing businesses, with a particular focus on the growing digital and technology sectors.

The project forms part of the wider town centre regeneration, with the aim of unlocking new opportunities for local people, start-ups and growing businesses across Redditch.

Our design responds directly to local priorities, addressing the shortage of flexible enterprise and workspace, improving access to business support and modernising ageing town centre infrastructure to support long-term economic growth and investment.

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A flexible working environment

Spaces to connect and collaborate

A flexible working environment

Spaces to connect and collaborate

Our now-approved design makes the most of the site’s prominent location in Redditch town centre, with a distinctive building form that strengthens connections to the surrounding area.

The building is carefully arranged into two intersecting forms that open up views and connect with nearby landmarks like the Magistrates’ Court and Heart of Worcestershire College.

At ground level, the building has been designed to feel open and welcoming, with a cafe, laboratories, workshops and a range of flexible meeting and event spaces. These facilities will support learning, community use and collaboration, helping to create an active and inclusive town centre destination.

The upper floors will provide a mix of office accommodation to support both start-ups and established businesses. Shared spaces are integrated throughout the building to encourage creativity, collaboration and informal working, while the flexible layout allows the centre to adapt and grow as business needs change over time.

Securing planning permission is a significant step forward for the Redditch Innovation Centre. This is an important milestone that reflects a shared ambition to deliver a high quality, flexible workspace that supports local businesses, learning and long-term economic growth in the area.”

Nick Barker

Associate, Architecture

Prioritising character, biodiversity and belonging

Our landscape strategy has been developed to support community engagement, enhance biodiversity and contribute to a more welcoming and accessible town centre environment.

To ensure the building settles comfortably into its surroundings, we’ve softened the site’s urban edges with green buffers and thoughtfully designed boundaries.

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Creating a sense of harmony with the surrounding context

Our landscape design creates a welcoming and easy to navigate space for everyone, prioritising accessibility and intuitive wayfinding.”

David King

Senior Associate, Landscape Design

We’re delighted to have reached this important project milestone, building on our proven expertise in delivering workplace design that responds to evolving ways of working while embedding modern, sustainable design principles.

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Frequently asked questions

: The Redditch Innovation Centre has been designed by AHR, drawing on our extensive experience in delivering high quality, sustainable workplace and innovation-led developments across the UK.
: Our design responds to the evolving world of work, combining flexible workplace design, inclusive public spaces and a strong connection to Redditch town centre. The scheme is designed to support collaboration and long-term economic growth.
: The scheme builds on our expertise in creating adaptable office, lab and enterprise spaces that can evolve with user needs, encouraging creativity, productivity and informal collaboration.
: Sustainability is integral to our approach, with the building designed to support long-term environmental performance through efficient layouts, durable materials and future-focused sustainable design principles.
: Designed as part of the wider Redditch town centre regeneration, the centre will help revitalise the town centre by modernising infrastructure, attracting investment and supporting local businesses and employment.