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- Brochures (List) | Sciopolis
BROCHURES One Portal Way NEW: Exciting opportunity for ready-to-occupy laboratory and office space, with great amenities, in a well connected & strategic location, linked to Imperial. Download Sciopolis for Universities We help support translation and impact by developing and operating Innovation Hubs for Universities Download Partnering with Experts to Support Innovators We are continually searching for new and relevant partners to join our network and help us support our members. Want to be one of them? Download Sciopolis for Landlords and Ventures We create remarkable places where science and technology innovation grows. Find out what this means for landlords and ventures Download Sciopolis for Local Authorities We help Local Authorities drive regeneration and local growth through vibrant Innovation Hubs Download
- Imperial announces a major investment in Old Oak | Sciopolis
14 Oct 2024 Imperial announces a major investment in Old Oak
- Great science needs great people: introducing Talentmark | Sciopolis
18 May 2026 Great science needs great people: introducing Talentmark Building a high-performing team is one of the most critical and challenging parts of scaling an early-stage science company. We know this not just from personal experience, but from the founders we've spoken to directly. In our recent research with London science and technology founders, one message came through clearly: the best innovation hubs don't just provide space. They actively support and help their tenants to succeed. "When we look for space, we’re less worried about the building, we’re more interested in how can you help us?" COO, Medtech company That question sits at the heart of what we're creating at Sciopolis, and one of the most important answers is this: we're building an ecosystem designed to help our tenants develop their technology and build their business. And one key aspect is to help them find, attract and grow the teams they need. A community of diverse companies needs diverse talent pathways Our tenants will come from many different scientific disciplines: life sciences, clinical research, cleantech, chemistry etc — at different stages of growth, with very different hiring needs. The founding team of a medtech startup has entirely different requirements to a chemistry company scaling its technical function, or a drug discovery business hiring its first commercial lead. Our research showed that early-stage founders in particular feel this acutely: they need access to talent, community and networks all at once, and the right connections matter enormously. And that's exactly what we're building, through multiple strands: Imperial College London & other universities: connecting our tenants with world-class graduate and postgraduate talent from the UK's leading research institutions Local Colleges, creating pathways for local talent into our community, supporting skills development and widening access to the life sciences and chemical sectors Local talent placement — investing in the communities around us and building sustainable pipelines that reflect the diversity of west London And now.. Talentmark , a specialist recruitment partner serving the life science, clinical and chemical sectors, bringing dedicated expertise in scientific, technical and commercial hiring Why specialist recruitment matters Our founders told us they don't want to feel like just another tenant. They want support that's genuinely invested in their outcomes: "As a founder, what I want first is really support. It's more knowing that you feel supported rather than you're going to have to pay a hefty fee for anything." — CEO, Cleantech company That's exactly the philosophy Talentmark brings. As a key strand in our talent ecosystem, they work consultatively, helping Sciopolis tenant companies define roles, shape hiring strategy and build teams for the long term. This isn't a transactional recruiter relationship. It's a genuine partner who understands the specific demands of life science, clinical and chemical hiring and who is focused on long-term outcomes, not just placements. As a Sciopolis member, with Talentmark you will have access to: Specialist recruitment across scientific, technical and commercial functions in life science, clinical and chemical sectors Flexible hiring solutions — permanent, interim or contract, aligned to your stage and needs A free initial consultation to assess your hiring needs and shape your talent strategy Salary benchmarking and real-time market insights to keep your hiring competitive An established network of high-quality, often passive, specialist talent Competitive rates , available following an initial discussion " We’re really excited about this partnership with Sciopolis and the opportunity to support companies from early concept through to scale. The stages may differ, but getting the right people in place at the right time is always critical. By embedding ourselves within this ecosystem, we can do more than just recruit – we can help define roles, provide real-time market insight, and connect founders to high-quality talent, including those who aren’t actively looking but are open to the right opportunity." Georgia Barnes, Client Development Manager, Talentmark Cat, Georgia and Charlie at Lab Live 2026 This is just the beginning Talent is consistently one of the biggest growth barriers for early-stage science companies and supporting our tenants means helping you build the teams that will drive your science forward. The Talentmark partnership is a strong next step in that mission and there is more to come as we continue to develop and expand these pathways. "I don't want it to be just a building." — Founder, Cleantech company Neither do we. Find out more about the ecosystem we are building at 1 Portal Way About Talentmark
- Sciopolis (sai-op-o-liss) - What's in the name? | Sciopolis
30 Nov 2023 Sciopolis (sai-op-o-liss) - What's in the name? The making of science was rarefied and hardly ever linked to the hustle and bustle of urban dwellings. This view was profoundly changed by the Covid crisis, which almost overnight rebranded Science as an urgent, highly relevant activity which necessitated the convergence of many strands: central and local Government impetus, joined-up talent pools, entrepreneurship, easy access to technology and equipment, laboratory space, and access to capital. Crucially, all of these ingredients required an element of physical proximity and connectivity to jell together in a timely fashion and to generate momentum. Covid made science sexy (demand for STEM courses is higher than it’s ever been) and propelled it from the peripheries to the centre, more specifically to city centres, where virtuous connections are more easily created. While Covid has waned and we have generally returned to normality, it remains clear that doing science in cities is here to stay, because of a number of benefits that make it a compelling choice for researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators alike. Hence the name we chose for our company, Sciopolis = Sci ence in the metr opolis. Our objective is to make “Science in the City” a success, by facilitating the construction and operationalisation of vibrant tech and science ecosystems. Easier recruitment: Access to top talent is the #1 problem for growing science companies. Aside from the simple fact that cities are exciting places which attract young people to live, work and play, they are also often home to world-class universities, hospitals and research institutions, as well as a diverse pool of skilled professionals with a wide range of expertise. Cities create an obvious centre of gravity where excellent talent can be more easily sourced. Easier collaboration: For the same reasons as above, it is also easier in cities to collaborate with top researchers, engineers, and other specialists, and to tap into a rich network of mentors, advisors, and investors. Cities offer more networking events, conferences, informal gatherings, etc. all of which bring together communities of like-minded people, providing more opportunities to connect and advance ideas. In particular this is most important for early-stage startups who face numerous challenges and uncertainties which - in the absence of a supportive and accessible community - they may struggle to solve by themselves. Easier access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources: Many cities have specialised research centres, state of the art hospitals, and other resources such as training and mentorship programs, that are specifically designed to support scientific research and development, and to accelerate the pace of innovation. The right equipment, at the right time, coupled with the right academic expertise can fast track scientific discovery. All of this is made easier when access between different institutions is facilitated by good transport infrastructure which is typically found in big cities, but also by the support of a landlord who makes the effort to create useful networks for their tenants to access directly. The logistics of access to institutions should not be underestimated. Easier to create stickiness: A vibrant environment with wrap-around support, excellent infrastructure and common amenities serviced by the public transport is critical to support scientific innovation. Nurseries are as vital as labs in the creation of stable scientific ecosystems, and choosing locations where – for example- young lab technicians (typically not the highest paid of professions) can live, work and play without driving long distances is key in creating a stable cluster, and increasing its long term stickiness where companies and people choose to ‘stick’ for the long term. Of course, doing science in metropolitan environments also comes with its own set of challenges and trade-offs. They can be expensive, competitive, and fast-paced places which can sometimes, and somewhat conversely, make it more difficult to attract and retain top talent, secure funding, and navigate complex regulatory environments. However, even taking these challenges into account, Sciopolis firmly believe that the opportunity and benefits of doing science in the city far outweigh the challenges. Ultimately we are absolutely convinced that creating flexible spaces to support the development of science activities in well connected metropolitan locations is a logical and strategic step which forms a key reason for our formation.
- Base One hosts CarbonCell's plastic-free acoustic panels | Sciopolis
BASE ONE THE BUILDING LAB SPACE Floorplans & Technical Specs OFFICE SPACE MEETING SPACE EVENT SPACE CAFE HOT DESK FAQS LOCATION COMMUNITY INCUBATOR INNOVATOR STORIES AVAILABILITY NEWS & INSIGHTS CONTACT Back to Sciopolis Base One hosts CarbonCell's plastic-free acoustic panels There's a wall at Base One doing more than decorating a space. It's showcasing a material that didn't exist in this form a few years ago: a plastic-free, biochar-based foam, built into an acoustic panel that absorbs not just sound, but carbon. It's the first product of its kind from Carbon Cell, an Imperial-connected startup, and we wanted to be the place where it made its debut. That's what "innovation in the building" means to us: not just sourcing sustainable materials, but giving early-stage, high-potential technology somewhere real to prove itself. The material: plastic-free foam from waste Carbon Cell panel: detail Here's the clever part. Carbon Cell's foam is made from biochar, a carbon-rich material produced from waste biomass through a process called pyrolysis. No plastic, no oil, no gas. It's a swap for the polymer foams, EPS and XPS, that quietly fill everything from parcel packaging to building insulation. Those conventional foams come at a real cost: they're made from fossil fuels, extractive to produce and hard to shift once they're waste. Carbon Cell's alternative provides the performance needed, at an affordable price point, while cutting the carbon story almost entirely. Replace just 10% of the foamed plastics used across the industry with this material and you save an estimated 838,00 tonnes of CO2e annually: that's not a rounding error, it's a real dent. From lab question to acoustic panel The investigation into Carbon Cell’s acoustic properties was supported by Innovate UK through funding looking at resource efficiency as part of the government’s Materials and Manufacturing Vision 2050. Considering the cell structure of Carbon Cell's foam, the fact that the material can be sourced from locally derived agricultural waste, and where the need for low-carbon, locally derived materials is strongest, acoustics turned out to be a natural fit. . Carbon Cell ran laboratory testing, then took the product into the field, refining the material, the panel's design and its internal lay-up, pushing the noise-reduction coefficient to 0.7. The result is a material that is not only sustainable but suited to taming a noisy open-plan office, or doing serious acoustic isolation within an internal or external wall system. Designed to compete, not just to comply The panels on show are second-round prototypes, refined for aesthetics, functionality and manufacturability from the first set of Innovate UK products. Foam inserts sit inside felt trim, framed in polished hardwax and pine, with a geometric pattern designed to work with the material's natural texture rather than disguise it, and tuned to attenuate certain frequencies within the office setting. The company is now at work on further refinements and accepting requests for trial and demo installations now. Benchmark it against the competition and Carbon Cell holds its own on weight, cost and acoustic performance, then pulls ahead decisively on carbon impact. Most "sustainable" alternatives ask designers to accept a trade-off somewhere. This one doesn't ask for one. Why Imperial, why here Carbon Cell's connection to Sciopolis runs straight through Imperial College London: the team are 2023 alumni of Imperial's Innovation Design Engineering Masters, run jointly with the Royal College of Art. As a building built to launch Imperial-connected ideas into the world, Base One was the obvious place to give their material its first real showcase. It's a small example of something we care about at scale: buildings shouldn't just house innovation, they should demonstrate it. What's next Carbon Cell are moving from lab-scale development toward integrated manufacturing and full product delivery. Follow their journey here to watch that happen. For more on how sustainability is built into the fabric of Base One, read about the hemp-based wall studs already in place, or head back to Innovator Stories for the rest of the series. Cookie Policy | Privacy Polic y All rights reserved. ©Sciopolis@BaseOne 2026 | Website designed by Jamin Design Home The Building Availability Community Location Latest Insights Contact Contact +44 020 8912 1010 info@sciopolis.co.uk Follow us on LinkedIn >
- Base One | Lab, Office & Event Space in North Acton
Base One in North Acton: Imperial-backed labs, offices, meeting rooms, event space and Cafe. Ready to occupy, all-inclusive pricing, on the Central Line. Back to Sciopolis BASE ONE THE BUILDING LAB SPACE Floorplans & Technical Specs OFFICE SPACE MEETING SPACE EVENT SPACE CAFE HOT DESK FAQS AVAILABILITY COMMUNITY INCUBATOR INNOVATOR STORIES LOCATION NEWS & INSIGHTS CONTACT THE BUILDING A cost-effective, fully-fitted home for ambitious science and technology teams in North Acton, developed by Sciopolis in partnership with Imperial College London. Move-in-ready CL2 labs, private offices, hot desks, meeting rooms, event space and a Cafe, on one all-inclusive bill. Backed by Imperial Incubator, two minutes from North Acton station on the Central Line. LAB SPACE Fully-fitted CL2 labs from 42m² to 250m², ready to move into. Shared equipment, onsite Lab Manager and Imperial Incubator support included. See Lab Space OFFICE SPACE Private offices for 3 to 18 people, plus dedicated and hot desks. One bill covers rent, utilities, cleaning and Wi-Fi. See Office Space MEETING SPACE Private, bookable meeting rooms for 3 to 40 people with AV and onsite IT support. Open to members and external organisations. Meeting Space EVENT SPACE A flexible venue for up to 80 seated, or 200 for a reception. Investor days, workshops, launches and training, fully catered. See Event Space CAFE Specialty coffee and hot food with vegetarian options, open to members and visitors, with a private garden and terrace alongside. See Cafe HOT DESK Unassigned desk space for a day, a week, or every day. Free Wi-Fi, onsite café, same all-inclusive billing as the rest of Base One. See Hot Desk MORE THAN JUST SPACE Base One means more than just securing lab or office space, it means joining a community built to help you grow. Backed by Imperial, this is one of the few places in London offering high-spec, move-in ready labs and offices with flexible leases, all-inclusive pricing, and direct access to expert support. Ready to occupy Labs Flexible Terms Cost Effective Great Transport Links Common Amenities Imperial Linked Member- supported Ecosystem Services See Who's Already With Us FAQs Arrange a Visit STRATEGICALLY PLACED Imperial College is helping shape the area into a new district for deep-tech innovation and enterprise. Imperial’s investment in Old Oak includes the advanced manufacturing site Grapht Works , which sits five minutes away from our site. The implications for innovators are profound and unique for a London Zone 2 location, allowing them to move seamlessly from our labs to pilot space, and iterate without the commute. That's why an increasing number of innovative companies are choosing this area for their scaling and manufacturing developments. Benefit of R&D Adjacent to Manufacturing Site Supported by Imperial and part of a dynamic life sciences and deep tech community. Imperial Incubator, the university’s home for lab-based startups, will have an integral involvement onsite. Bringing over 20 years’ experience in helping early-stage, lab-based startups to grow, the Incubator team will contribute comprehensive technical, business and relationship-building support. In addition to providing hands-on assistance via a Lab Manager, Imperial Incubator will serve as a gateway to Imperial’s extensive capabilities including advanced equipment, prototyping facilities and research centres, complemented by a deep pool of academic expertise, skilled graduates and valuable industry contacts. How Does Imperial Incubator Help Our Members? EASY TO GET TO North Acton is closer than you think! Base One is minutes from North Acton station on the Central Line, Zone 2, with Acton Main Line and the Elizabeth Line just 13 minutes on foot. Wherever your team or your visitors are coming from, the tube gets you close. North Acton (Central Line, Zone 2): 2-minute walk Acton Main Line (Elizabeth Line): 13-minute walk Willesden Junction (Overground & Bakerloo): 23-minute walk White City: 2 stops away Direct connections to Paddington, Heathrow and central London See Full Transport & Connections WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR OFFERING? Download our brochure for more information Download Read our FAQs Cookie Policy | Privacy Polic y All rights reserved. ©Sciopolis@BaseOne 2026 | Website designed by Jamin Design Home The Building Availability Community Location Latest Insights Contact Contact 020 8912 1010 info@sciopolis.co.uk Base One, 1 Portal Way, North Acton, London W3 6RS Follow us on LinkedIn >
- Bored of beige venues? Host your next event at Base One | Sciopolis
8 Oct 2026 Bored of beige venues? Host your next event at Base One Venue hire in West London, built for the innovation community Base One event venue in North Acton, West London The world is bored of beige.. The hotel function room, the conference suite that could be anywhere, the same strip lighting as the last three events and the boring sandwich platter. Nobody complains, but nobody remembers it either. If you want your event associated with innovation, the room you choose should say so. When you're looking at venue hire in West London, choose a place people take notice of. Somewhere your guests are curious about before they arrive- and are still talking about on the way home. Make your event as memorable as our space Most venues fade into the background. Base One doesn't. It's a working science hub and event venue in West London developed with Imperial College London, where companies are developing new technologies, inventing new materials, addressing clean energy challenges with the support of Imperial Incubator on site. Lab at Base One deeptech hub, North Acton Here, your guests walk past active labs and share the Cafe with founders and researchers. Whether it's a conference, a launch or a board meeting, your event takes on the energy of a building where new ideas are tested every day. Food is key to the experience here: every menu is bespoke and lovingly prepared onsite by our Base One Cafe team. From breakfast and working lunches to canapés and garden BBQs, we’ll shape the food around your event, made fresh in the building and served just steps from your guests. It's also cost-effective. Base One was built for scaling companies, not corporate budgets, so you get Imperial-backed space and a room full of energy for much less than a central London venue would charge. You don't need to be a member to book: our spaces are open to external organisations too. Alt text: Base One Cafe, North Acton Event spaces and meeting rooms for hire Founder and investor panel in the Hydrogen event space at Base One, West London Whether you need meeting room hire in West London for a 12-person investor meeting, a workshop venue for a cohort of 40, or event space for a 100-guest demo day reception, there's a room that fits. * Hydrogen. Our flagship event space seats up to 80 and splits into two rooms of 40. For receptions it opens into the Cafe and reception, taking 100 to 200 guests. There's a 136-inch LED screen with integrated audio, video and MS Teams, plus onsite IT support. * Magnesium. A more private space for workshops, training and presentations, seating up to 40 in a teaching or meeting layout, with the same AV and IT support. * Sodium. Our boardroom seats 12, with lunch served just outside. * Meeting rooms. Rooms for 2 to 12 people work as breakout spaces, workshop rooms or a quiet green room for speakers to prepare. * Private garden. Tucked behind the building, the garden takes 150+ guests for socials, parties and BBQs, available for half-day hire. * Cafe. Our onsite Cafe handles all the catering, from boardroom breakfasts and working lunches to canapé receptions, bowl food and garden BBQs, with halal, vegetarian and vegan options. Planning an end-of-year cohort celebration or portfolio get-together? Bring it somewhere your guests haven't been before. Full details are on our Event Space and Meeting Space pages. Training room hire, North Acton, West London Built for full-day programmes Changing the room changes the energy. For a demo day, cohort bootcamp or investor day, it keeps people alert and talking long after the afternoon slump would usually set in. Most venues give you one room and leave you in it all day. At Base One, Hydrogen sits directly opposite the Cafe, with access through to the garden, so the day flows: breakfast as founders arrive, pitches in Hydrogen, breakouts and investor one-to-ones in Magnesium and the meeting rooms, lunch from the Cafe and drinks in the garden to finish. Our catering day packages cover refreshments from start to finish, so there's one less thing to organise. Private garden for event hire at Base One, West London Easy to reach from across West London Base One is 2 minutes' walk from North Acton station (Zone 2, Central line), 19 minutes from Oxford Circus and 10 minutes from Imperial's White City Campus. You can also gain easy access to Acton Main Line, on the Elizabeth line, via two stop on the Central Line or a 13-minute walk. It's a short hop from Ealing, Park Royal, White City and Shepherd's Bush, so if you've been searching for event venues in West London that all your guests can reach without a trek, this is it. Granted, North Acton may be new to some of your guests, but it's still Zone 2 and going somewhere new is part of the appeal. It's where Imperial chose to build and where innovators are scaling world-changing science, so it's a place worth getting to know. See our Location page for full travel details. Book your event with us soon Event catering by Base One Cafe Who needs an iconic event space at short notice? We are standing ready to host it. Our new event spaces brochure has the rooms, capacities and hire rates in one place. Every event gets a tailored quote, so tell us what you have in mind. Autumn dates are filling up, so get in touch early. * Download the event spaces brochure here * Check dates and email info@sciopolis.co.uk to find out more FAQs - venue hire in West London How much does it cost to hire an event space at Base One? Meeting rooms start from £35 an hour, and our large event space starts from £790 for a half day. Every event gets a tailored quote, and the full rates are in our event spaces brochure. See our Event Space and Meeting Space pages for more. How many people can Base One host? Our large event space seats up to 80, or 100 to 200 for a standing reception. The private garden takes 150+, and our meeting rooms suit groups of 2 to 12, with our training room accomodating 40 people. Do I need to be a member to book? No. Our event spaces and meeting rooms are open to external organisations as well as members. Is catering available? Yes. Our onsite Cafe handles all the catering, from breakfasts and working lunches to canapé receptions and garden BBQs, with halal, vegetarian and vegan options. Where is Base One? Base One is at 1 Portal Way, North Acton, London W3 6RS, a 2-minute walk from North Acton station on the Central line and 13 minute walk from Acton Main Line on the Elizabeth line. Full travel details are on our Location page. Explore Base One New to Base One? Find out more about the building and the community behind it. * Base One home * The Building * Event Space * Meeting Space * Cafe * Lab Space and Office Space * Location * Contact us
- Origin Public Consultation: see what is being proposed and have your say. | Sciopolis
11 Mar 2025 Origin Public Consultation: see what is being proposed and have your say.
- UK startups: brilliant at the baby stage, but what about adolescence? | Sciopolis
16 July 2025 UK startups: brilliant at the baby stage, but what about adolescence? Today’s Life Sciences Sector Plan from the UK government is a bold step toward scaling innovation and transforming the NHS. We’ve long been world-class at nurturing early-stage science: these “babies” emerge in great numbers from our top universities—clever, dynamic spinouts that institutions are producing in ever greater and more refined numbers. But the real challenge, every parent will know, comes with adolescence. Once the highly nurtured babies are out of the incubator, where everything was provided, the growing teenagers now need more independence. They want to close the door, stop sharing, protect and build their ideas. But they still need support—plenty of it. This is where the UK’s growth opportunity lies: helping these ventures mature into impactful companies. You don’t jump straight from primary school (university incubator) to university (lab-enabled FRI leases with long commitments in great but expensive buildings). At Sciopolis, we specialise in that critical adolescent phase of startup growth. Our spaces are designed not just for ideation, but for assisted acceleration , where startups evolve into sector-shaping companies. They’re open, ready-to-occupy, cost-effective and deeply connected to universities and collaborative institutions. Crucially, they come with links to business-building contacts that help science companies not just build their R&D, but—concurrently—learn to build a business. We want to build more of these spaces, and fast. To hit the leading life sciences economy in Europe by 2030 target set by this plan, we can’t rely on new builds alone. We need to refurbish and rapidly activate existing spaces. This is a race we could easily lose to lengthy planning and lofty ambitions. The spaces we need exist today—we just need to make them science-ready, fast. Two more things we’re excited about in the Government Plan: 🔍 The commitment to unlocking NHS data. With up to £600M invested in building a world-leading health data system, the potential for breakthroughs in diagnostics and treatment is immense. We’ve heard it time and again at conferences: the UK’s uniquely unified health system offers a data advantage few countries can match. Yet we’ve struggled to turn that potential into tangible progress. One thing that gives us hope is watching Imperial’s new Schools of Convergence Science bring together health, tech, and AI to drive this transformation. No better place for convergence. 🏭 The renewed focus on manufacturing. In today’s volatile geopolitical environment, no country can rely solely on traditional friendships. The global trend is clear: rebuild and reshore supply chains. The UK has a real opportunity to lead here—by enabling science-based companies to scale not just their ideas, but their production, close to home. The UK has the science. It has the talent. Now it needs the infrastructure and urgency to match. Let’s not just aim to be first in Europe by 2030, let’s build like we mean it. Find out more about how Sciopolis supports the Government’s Vision Read the Government Life Sciences Sector Plan 2025
- Landlord FAQs – Innovation Hub Partnerships | Sciopolis
Answers for landlords on converting buildings into Innovation Hubs, attracting science tenants, and accelerating activation with Sciopolis. LANDLORD - FAQs If you’re looking to give an underperforming asset a new lease of life or exploring how to create new spaces that support the science and innovation economy, we can help. Our approach is designed to unlock the potential of buildings by transforming them into vibrant, commercially viable Innovation Hubs that attract high‑growth tenants and activate wider regeneration. Read our FAQs below for more information on how we partner with landlords, and the value our hubs bring to both your asset and the surrounding ecosystem. You can also download our Sciopolis for Landords Brochure Frequently asked questions How does Sciopolis work with landlords? Sciopolis designs, develops, and operates Innovation Hubs that provide cost‑effective labs, offices, and event spaces for early‑stage science and technology ventures. We partner with landlords to transform underutilised or underperforming assets into thriving hubs that generate sustainable revenue and drive regeneration. Why should I consider converting my property into an Innovation Hub? Innovation Hubs attract high‑growth tenants, increase occupancy rates, and enhance asset value. They also position your property at the heart of a wider regeneration project, creating long‑term demand and visibility. Read our blog on “Can your building be turned into an Innovation Hub?” How quickly can Sciopolis redevelop and activate my building? Following a rapid diagnostic study, we can design, fit‑out, and launch ready‑to‑occupy labs and offices within 12 months of sign‑off, ensuring early activation of your property and immediate ecosystem impact. What types of tenants will my building attract? Our hubs are designed for early‑stage innovators across biotech, cleantech, advanced materials, quantum, and other science and technology sectors. We integrate closely with universities, industry partners and investors to ensure a diverse and resilient tenant mix. How does Sciopolis support tenant success? We provide more than space: Operational excellence, including lab compliance, shared facilities, and community management. This increases tenant retention and creates a pipeline of activity for future developments. Onsite events programmes to drive footfall and collaboration. Access to our “black book” of academics, industry partners, and service providers. What investment or funding models are available? We offer flexible partnering structures, including capital funding options, meanwhile use agreements, and permanent conversions. This reduces upfront risk and accelerates commercial viability. How does Sciopolis ensure my property stands out? We create permeable, “science on show” buildings that showcase innovation and inspire the next generation. Each site is deeply connected to its local ecosystem and community, becoming a genuine asset to the neighbourhood while attracting and retaining a vibrant audience through events and activities. Our branding, identity and promotional strategies position your property as part of a UK‑wide innovation network, amplifying its visibility and impact. What level of involvement is required from me as a landlord? Sciopolis delivers end‑to‑end development — from design and build to tenanting and operations. We actively manage hubs day‑to‑day, so you retain ownership and control of your property without needing to handle technical or operational complexities. We also take care of the community and activate the ecosystem around your building. How can Sciopolis support larger masterplans? Whether you’re delivering a single building or a multi‑phase masterplan, Sciopolis acts as the catalyst that brings the wider vision to life. Our hubs function as anchor assets — early, visible proof points that demonstrate momentum, attract tenants and investors, and give stakeholders confidence in the long‑term plan. By activating a site quickly, we help shape the narrative of the emerging district, build community from day one and create the conditions for clusters to grow fast and organically. Back To Landlord Page Contact Us
- How Imperial Incubator Accelerates Innovation for Base One Tenants | Sciopolis
Learn how Imperial Incubator gives Base One tenants access to advanced scientific facilities, expert support and Imperial’s world class research ecosystem, helping life sciences and deep tech startups scale faster. Back to Sciopolis BASE ONE THE BUILDING LAB SPACE Floorplans & Technical Specs OFFICE SPACE MEETING SPACE EVENT SPACE CAFE HOT DESK FAQS AVAILABILITY COMMUNITY INCUBATOR INNOVATOR STORIES LOCATION NEWS & INSIGHTS CONTACT IMPERIAL INCUBATOR IS ONSITE By benefitting from resources that are typically out of reach to early-stage startups, our companies can accelerate their development. A member of Imperial Incubator’s team is based onsite at Base One to link the two operations. Alongside providing hands-on support, they help our tenants access the resources, expertise and networks of Imperial, a top-tier university. This includes advanced equipment, prototyping facilities and research centres, academic expertise, skilled graduates and valuable industry contacts. OUR MEMBERS GAIN: TECHNICAL LAB SUPPORT Our Imperial Incubator’s onsite Lab Manager provides equipment training and inductions, supports lab safety and best practice and enables access to communal specialist equipment. BUSINESS-BUILDING SUPPORT Including peer‑to‑peer mentoring, introductions to investors, connections to specialist business service providers, access to advanced equipment and opportunities to work with graduate talent, from placements to consultancy assignments COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Access to regular events across the Imperial Incubator and wider Imperial university ecosystem, facilitated member introductions between different Incubator sites, and updates through the community newsletter. DRIVING GROWTH AT BASE ONE By integrating Imperial Incubator into our site, we create an environment where science‑led companies can accelerate their development from day one. This partnership strengthens the broader WestTech London innovation cluster and ensures our tenants have the resources, expertise and momentum they need to deliver meaningful breakthroughs. INTERESTED IN OUR LABS? See what's available Book a Tour Cookie Policy | Privacy Polic y All rights reserved. ©Sciopolis@BaseOne 2026 | Website designed by Jamin Design Home The Building Availability Community Location Latest Insights Contact Contact 020 8912 1010 info@sciopolis.co.uk Base One, 1 Portal Way, North Acton, London W3 6RS Follow us on LinkedIn >
- Meeting Room Hire in North Acton, London | Base One
Cost-effective meeting room hire in North Acton, a short walk from the tube. Onsite café, AV-equipped rooms, brand new building. Members and external hire. Back to Sciopolis BASE ONE THE BUILDING LAB SPACE Floorplans & Technical Specs OFFICE SPACE MEETING SPACE EVENT SPACE CAFE HOT DESK FAQS AVAILABILITY COMMUNITY INCUBATOR INNOVATOR STORIES LOCATION NEWS & INSIGHTS CONTACT FLEXIBLE MEETING ROOMS Private, bookable rooms for focused conversations, client meetings and video calls, available to Base One members and to external organisations by the hour, half day or full day. Located in our iconic building in North Acton, easy to get to by tube and with onsite catering options available via our buzzy ground floor Cafe . PHOTO GALLERY 1/6 WHY BOOK WITH US Cost-effective: transparent hourly, half-day and full-day rates, no hidden extras A short walk from North Acton station (Central Line) Onsite café for coffee, lunch or catering, right next door to the rooms Housed in an exciting, brand new building in North Acton's growing innovation cluster WHAT'S INCLUDED Rooms from 2 to 40 people, including a dedicated Training Room for larger sessions AV, screen and video-call facilities with onsite IT support Onsite catering available via our ground-floor café Access to tea points: free tea and coffee on each floor Soundproofed quiet rooms and phone booths scattered across both floors for short calls, no booking required HIRE RATES Small meeting room 2-4 seats 9-16m² Hourly: £35 Half Day: £125 Full Day: £210 Medium meeting room 6-10 seats 20-27m² Hourly: £50 Half Day: £175 Full Day: £300 Boardroom 12 seats 27m² Hourly: £70 Half Day: £245 Full Day: £420 Training Room 40 seats 53m² Hourly: £150 Half Day: £525 Full Day: £900 Meeting room credits are included with every membership. CHECK AVAILABILITY & BOOK Book a Meeting Room Book a Tour CATERING FOR A MEETING OR EVENT? Download Our Event Space Brochure Cookie Policy | Privacy Polic y All rights reserved. ©Sciopolis@BaseOne 2026 | Website designed by Jamin Design Home The Building Availability Community Location Latest Insights Contact Contact 020 8912 1010 info@sciopolis.co.uk Base One, 1 Portal Way, North Acton, London W3 6RS Follow us on LinkedIn >