Kinnaird House in Pall Mall East was significant for being one of the first island sites in London to be redeveloped whilst retaining its four existing facades. We worked closely with the contractor to overcome construction difficulties caused by limited site access through the retained elevations. The interior has a contrasting, contemporary feel, with a distinctive ground floor reception and galleried double-height lift lobby. The new floor plates are organised around a central service core, yielding 90 000 square feet of modern office space with 7 500 square feet of restaurant space in the basement.