Skanska to deliver steel framed central London offices

Main contractor Skanska has been appointed to deliver two new category A office buildings that form part of the wider mixed-use redevelopment of South Molton in Mayfair, London, being led by Grosvenor and Mitsui Fudosan UK.

The project involves the demolition of existing buildings and construction of two new office buildings at 60 Brook Street and 56 Davies Street, comprising 6,596m² and 7,246m² respectively.

Skanska said it has been working with the Grosvenor and Mitsui Fudosan UK JV since October 2022 to evolve the design and construction methodology for South Molton, including identifying sustainability and carbon reduction strategies. This process has reduced steel usage by 200 tonnes, with the re-use of existing steel elements, pre-fabrication of façades and in-situ construction of the concrete base slab, all contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions.

“We have enjoyed a fantastically collaborative working relationship over the past two years,” said Terry Muckian, Managing Director, Building at Skanska. “This has led to a design and method of construction that reduces carbon and de-risks programme delivery in what is a complex working environment in the heart of London’s West End.

Targeting a BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ rating, the scheme is due to complete in July 2027.