Kent Medical Campus Innovation Centre
Designed to foster collaboration and innovation, offering sustainable workspaces for start-ups and established businesses.
Bond Bryan was proud to have played a pivotal role in the delivery of the Maidstone Innovation Centre, a £15.5 million development at the Kent Medical Campus. Completed in 2021, this 3500m² facility provides state-of-the-art spaces for life sciences, healthcare, and medtech businesses
Value
Our design for the Innovation Centre blends functionality with aesthetic appeal, featuring flexible workspaces that encourage collaboration. The building includes hot-desking, meeting rooms, and conference areas, tailored to the needs of growing businesses.
We integrated local materials like ragstone and a living green wall to enhance the building’s look and reduce operational costs, creating a valuable asset for the client and the community.
Impact
The centre has become a key driver of local economic growth, attracting high-tech businesses and creating jobs in the region. It fosters a collaborative environment where entrepreneurs share ideas and form partnerships.
Beyond its immediate economic benefits, the building is designed to enhance a sense of community within its walls. By incorporating social hubs and open-plan spaces on every floor, we have created an environment where entrepreneurs and professionals can come together, exchange ideas, and form lasting partnerships.
This spirit of collaboration is at the heart of the centre’s mission, and it is one that will undoubtedly extend its positive impact across the wider business ecosystem in Maidstone and beyond.
The design has revitalised the Kent Medical Campus, establishing it as a hub for innovation in the healthcare and life sciences sectors.
Sustainability
Sustainability was a central focus throughout the design process. We selected materials and technologies that align with the building’s green ethos. The living green wall is both an environmental feature and a distinctive part of the building’s identity, improving energy efficiency while enhancing biodiversity.
By incorporating locally sourced materials like ragstone, we reduced the environmental impact of transportation and strengthened the building’s connection to the local area. Inside, large windows flood the spaces with natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting and creating a bright, inviting atmosphere.
