London Discovery Research Centre

We are delivering the interior fit-out of MSD’s cutting-edge Life Science Discovery Hub and UK HQ at Kings Cross

Located at the heart of London’s biomedical quarter, directly opposite King's Cross Station, London Discovery Research Centre is poised to become a flagship for scientific innovation and collaboration

Client MSD
ArchitectRKD
EngineeringArup

We have been appointed under a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) to deliver the interior fit-out of MSD’s cutting-edge Life Science Discovery Hub and UK Headquarters. This is a Design and Build (D&B) Project that will be delivered in two stages – Stage 1 includes the completion and delivery of a Stage 4 detailed Design and Stage 2 includes the execution and commissioning of the project.

Located at the heart of London’s biomedical quarter, directly opposite King’s Cross Station, London Discovery Research Centre is poised to become a flagship for scientific innovation and collaboration. This project marks a pivotal investment by MSD in the UK’s life sciences landscape.

The fit-out encompassing approximately 18,320m², 10 storeys above ground and two basement levels, due to commence in June 2026 and complete by November 2027. Once finished, the facility will offer state-of-the-art environments for scientific research, workplace innovation, and public engagement. Key features include:

4,932 M2

Lab floor space

4,000 M2

Office accommodation

10 %

Local supply chain spend