9 Sept 2025 Scaling Stories: prioritising location for a successful growth strategy Choose a location with room to grow Hiring great people is crucial, especially at the early stages. You need adaptable, high-energy people who thrive in ambiguity. Being in a location that attracts that kind of talent gives you an edge. Keeping those people is as much about location as it is about everything else. You have to ask yourself, is there room to expand here so we don’t have to risk losing good people if we are forced to relocate? Design spaces that spark creativity The physical experience matters too. If you’re asking people to come into an office, it needs to be more than a desk in a room. You need spaces that encourage conversation, spark ideas and make people feel proud to work there. Ensure you create a dynamic environment that encourages networking It’s not just about your square footage; it’s about your surroundings. Being near other entrepreneurs creates an environment of informal support. You can swap insights without judgement. Being in a great location that offers opportunities for collaboration, means you share that scaling journey with other people you can trust and whose ideas you can bounce off. That also goes some way to combating the loneliness that comes with being a founder. Be aware of how your surroundings impact morale and performance Surrounding yourself with the best people and giving them the autonomy to thrive is key. If your office environment is cramped, uninspiring or isolating, you’re giving people reasons to stay at home. If it’s energising, connected and well-designed, you make it a place people want to be. Is it a place you are inspired to work from? And does the space encourage collaboration and innovation? If the answer to those is yes, you’re setting yourself up for better growth and maybe avoiding the day when you have to replace yourself sooner than you’d like. Are you a founder or innovator building a science or technology venture? Ready to find the right space to support your growth? Sciopolis has the space for you. 👉 Explore our locations here .

25 Apr 2025 What can we learn from Dubai’s Innovation Hub? We are curious about how other countries approach Innovation Hubs and are interested in learning what can be re-applied here in the UK. As part of our ongoing learning, we will share examples of Innovation Hubs from both the UK and around the world whenever we come across them. The Dubai Innovation Hub, for instance, is a masterclass in developing an ecosystem that integrates work and life seamlessly. Located in the DIFC, we visited it on an early morning this week (hence the lack of humans in the photos), and learned the following. Convenience is King: from pharmacies to hot yoga and dermatology, members have every amenity imaginable on their doorstep, making their place of work blend with lifestyle choices. This is the opposite to many other science parks and buildings, where there is often very little amenity, poor transport connectivity, and hence they can become empty straight after work, as people go elsewhere to find the things they need. It’s important to remember that innovators are “people” and that they sometimes need to buy paracetamol. Prioritisation of social spaces: fine dining from Sexy Fish, and many more, is very close to the work areas, allowing members to quickly and easily unwind with colleagues or entertain clients. Socialising is ingrained in the ‘work culture’ of Dubai, with the ecosystem catering to this need with a variety of dining spots – critically at differing price points. Again, this needs to be an initial consideration in the design of Innovation Hubs rather than an afterthought. The convenience of working from home means that workplaces need to work harder than ever at attracting people through the promise of high-quality face to face interactions, attractive workplace design and great amenity. Entrance experience is key: a standout welcome creates an atmosphere that inspires and sets the tone for what is to come. From architecture (not all Receptions were designed equal …. some are there to attract people in, others to keep people out), to the choice of materials, to art and sound (often underplayed), and even scent. Seeing real people working and having meetings, being able to peek through a glass at an event that is taking place, openness and transparency all contribute to creating a place you want to be in. This subconsciously increases lingering time, and in turn creates opportunities to bump into others. Sustainability that Performs: the building’s credentials are proudly marked throughout the building, including a 24% saving in energy consumption from usage of high efficiency equipment and building envelope performance. Thank you to the team at DFIC Innovation Hub for showing us around! Find out more about @DFIC: https://www.innovationhub.difc.ae Follow us on LinkedIn for more updates

5 Jan 2026 2026 is here! 5 things we look forward to As we step into a new year, we can’t help but feel a sense of momentum: 2025 was a year of strong foundations, 2026 will be the year those efforts take shape, quite literally. Here are five things we’re most looking forward to in the year ahead. 1. Opening our first hub (June 2026) This coming summer marks a major milestone for Sciopolis: the opening of our first innovation hub in London’s North Acton. More than just a workspace- with 24 labs, 29 offices, event space and a café -it’s a physical expression of our mission to create cost-effective places where innovators can thrive. We are so excited to see it come to life and can’t wait to welcome the businesses who will make it their home! 👉 If you’re a venture looking for lab and office space in London in the next six months, take a look and get in touch for a tour : Base One 2. Announcing our first tenants: who will they be? Later this year, we’ll reveal our first tenants: who will they be? A biotech improving human health, a cleantech driving net‑zero innovation, or a quantum or advanced materials company transforming industry? Our laboratories are designed to welcome a wide mix of scientific disciplines, so we expect innovators from across sectors and universities (not just Imperial) to be working side by side. One thing is certain: whoever steps in first will be ambitious, impact‑driven and ready to scale. For now, however, who's stepping into our building site at night is this foxy pioneer.. 👉 Venture looking for space? See what we offer to innovators across our hubs (foxes not part of the offering) 3. Introducing our strategic partners Over the past 18 months, we have been cultivating relationships with organisations that don’t just talk about innovation: they deliver it. In 2026, we will proudly unveil our strategic partners and ensure our members have access to the expertise, resources and connections they need to thrive. Our first question to everyone is simple: How will you help our tenants? What problem do you solve for them? These partnerships will be a cornerstone of our innovation network, supporting not only One Portal Way but also future Sciopolis hubs. 👉 If your organisation provides services that support innovators and you would like to join our network — or simply learn more about what’s involved — you can read more in our Service Partners Brochure here 4. Revealing our next location(s) Our first hub in North Acton is only the beginning. This year, we’ll also confirm other locations as part of our mission to create a network of hubs that connect strategic innovation clusters across the UK. By building a network of science‑led workspaces, we’ll accelerate collaboration, promote research exchanges, share insights and amplify impact. We believe it’s time to collaborate across geographies, universities and sectors. 👉 If you’re a landlord , local authority or university ready to activate your site for science we’d love to talk. Get in touch to explore partnership and activation opportunities 5. Embedding sensibly sustainable solutions In a challenging economic climate, we remain focused on reusing and on trialling practical, financially sustainable solutions , not passing the cost of greenwashing on to our tenants. In 2026, we’ll continue turning Sciopolis buildings into active showrooms: real‑world environments where innovators can test, showcase and refine their technologies. 👉 We’re always looking for cutting‑edge sustainability technologies to embed and showcase across our buildings: if this sounds like you get in touch and let’s explore how your innovation can come to life inside a Sciopolis hub. We wish you all a productive 2026!

18 Sept 2026 The Sensibly Sustainable Story Behind Base One Before Base One became North Acton's home for scaling science companies, it was a 165,000 sq ft office building, that had previously been the head office of Currys/Carphone Warehouse. Imperial College London owns the 4.6 acre site and has planning approval to redevelop it into roughly 2 million sq ft of new accommodation and commercial space. That redevelopment will take 10 to 15 years, delivered in phases. That left a gap and - of course- an opportunity. Rather than leave the existing buildings empty while the master plan caught up, Imperial appointed Sciopolis to develop and activate a science and innovation proposition on half the site through a 10 year meanwhile development. The other buildings will be demolished to make way for the first phase of the permanent scheme. The ones we retained needed to earn their place. The used car test Every renovation project asks the same question that we all (or at least most of us) ask ourselves when our car starts to get old: do I really need a new car, or can I get more life out of what I've already got? The economics for Base One told us we could only afford an all-in project cost of around £250 per sq ft, nowhere near enough for a full new-build lab fit-out. While the existing buildings were tired, they were structurally sound, low rise and had generous roof space that made them genuinely feasible to convert for science. Also, what Curry's/Carphone Warehouse left behind wasn't just serviceable, some of it was genuinely good: Vitra chairs, expensive designer light fittings, good desks- the kind of spec most fit-outs would happily buy new today. It's a familiar, slightly depressing pattern in this industry: perfectly good things end up in a skip simply because nobody has the time or the process to rehome them. We didn't want to add to that pile. So the plan was set: reuse quality items that still had years left in them and only replace what didn't. That is- of course- the logical case for reuse. But this was never just a commercial calculation. Our team has always believed you save the world one small step at a time, and this project was a chance to actually do something about that, instead of just talking about it. So we set off down that path. Skoda, not Ferrari The other reason for keeping the project cost-effective was that we wanted to drive the cost of these labs down and deliver a product our future tenants could afford. That belief also informed how we specced the labs. There is often a belief that everything a scientist does is highly bespoke, and needs highly specialised facilities (Ferrari). However, in reality the activities that most scaling science innovation companies do on a day-to-day basis are relatively straightforward bench work that can be done in relatively generic and standard facilities (Skoda). So instead of over-specifying every lab, we designed to a standard, cost effective spec that covers the vast majority of tenant needs ( six air changes an hour, lab extract, marmoleum flooring, access control, a lab sink, three phase power, a gas line ) and built in the flexibility to upgrade where a specific tenant genuinely needs more. The harder discipline is being willing to say no to a request when the building simply isn’t the right fit for it. Sensibly sustainable, not net zero For a building with a 10 year shelf life, in a location that isn’t yet an established science destination, choosing extreme sustainability targets that inevitably drive up capital and rental costs, just doesn’t make sense. So, we set a deliberately practical bar: EPC-B, BREEAM Very Good, and a hard focus on minimising embodied carbon rather than chasing operational carbon savings that a short-life meanwhile project would never earn back. In practice, that meant a simple rule for every decision on site: capitalise on anything of good quality that would work well within our design and would last the next 10 years (whether that's a wall, a door, a system, a tool or a chair) minimise demolition (and the waste that goes with it) and only buy new where there was a clear, justifiable need. Where we did buy new, we tried to make it count. Marmoleum flooring – which is a more sustainable version of linoleum, made mostly from linseed oil, wood flour and jute rather than synthetic vinyl, and looks absolutely stunning (thank you Elvina!) – went into every lab and corridor. We also trialled newer sustainable materials where it was practical to do so, including BioTwin hemp studs i n the reception office and a Carbon Cell sound insulation prototype. What stayed, and what had to go Stripped back to structure before the fit-out began. The structure and envelope turned out to be the big win. While there were a few holes in the roof, and a bit of blown double glazing, some straightforward fabric improvements were enough to get us to EPC-B without touching the building's bones. From there, the list of what we managed to keep and reuse was longer than most people expect: • The building's structure, envelope and several existing rooms and walls, designed around rather than ripped out • HVAC components including fan coil units, condensers, and one main AHU,plus CCTV and fire alarm systems were still fit for purpose • Around 95% of the existing lighting, the goods lift, emergency generator, speed gates and car park barriers • We initially planned to retain and reuse the existing network cabling infrastructure, however, ultimately, it proved impossible to retain it and so we replaced it with a more modern CAT6a cable • Desks, chairs, cupboards, kitchen equipment, monitors and meeting room screens were all cleaned and reused Furniture, fittings and fixings pulled back into use rather than sent to landfill. Not every gamble paid off Reuse isn't free of friction, and it's worth being honest about that. Some of the more sensitive, reused mechanical and electrical kit gave us real headaches during construction: emergency lighting battery packs and drivers failed and had to be replaced, the entrance speed gates were installed but didn't initially work, and one of the kitchen units turned out to be too noisy to keep. Additionally, there would be no warranties on reused equipment which meant we would have to expect and manage the risk of failures during operations - and occasionally having to have an awkward conversation with a contractor about whose job it was to sort out kit that wasn't performing. The speed gates are our favourite anecdote from the whole project, and the most honest illustration of the trade-off. Early on, a former Carphone Warehouse employee walked through reception, looked at them and said, “I remember these ones from 20 years ago.” and this is exactly the kind of heartwarming moment that makes reuse feel worthwhile. The honest update is that they’ve been problematic and we’re still working hard to fix them fully. For a building that's open to the public, security gates are very important. If they can't be made dependable, new ones will go in. That's reuse in practice: sometimes the story is better than the system, and you have to be willing to let the system lose. What made the difference with reused equipment was finding contractors willing to properly maintain and repair it, rather than simply writing it off as “old”, “out of date”, “impossible to buy spares for it” and ultimately “not my problem”. The genuinely unambiguous win was reusing the base build structure and envelope, accepting that it would never be optimally energy efficient, and designing around what was already there. That decision, more than any single piece of kit, is what kept the project affordable. Was it worth it? From our perspective, yes absolutely. We saved so much from the skip, built some solid relationships along the way, and instilled a culture of sensible reuse in our team that will pay off well beyond this one project. And the interest this story has generated suggests it's an approach others could pick up too. However, the one thing that everyone on a building tour eventually asks is whether this approach was actually cost effective. Here's the honest answer: we delivered 52,000 sq ft of renovated lab and office space for under £13 million all in, at roughly £250 per sq ft, only three weeks behind an eleven month build programme, and under budget. That may make it one of the most cost-effective lab spaces in central London not only from a build perspective, but also from a rental perspective. Finished lab space, reusing the building's structure and roof space. Compare that to the alternative: a more traditional approach would likely have added 50 to 100% to the project cost, through new cladding, new windows, wholesale replacement of systems and the generally higher cost of more sustainable materials. In our case where the building life is limited by future development, this reuse strategy represents a very good solution, however this isn’t necessarily a solution for every project. Based on what we have learned, it is clear that reusing an old building instead of scrapping it and starting again, much like continuing to drive an old car rather than buying a new one, will likely deliver a more sustainable outcome from an embodied carbon perspective. However, the key trade-off is balancing this embodied carbon win against the fact that this isn't the most operationally energy efficient building and hence over the longer term the cumulative additional operational carbon will eventually outweigh the embodied carbon gain. What we'd tell anyone trying this themselves • Go for it. Make the call upfront and stick to it. When the team and contractors know exactly where you stand, they can make good decisions on site even when you're not there • Stick to the plan to reuse as much as possible, and be ruthless about it • Be prepared to say no when ‘nice to haves’ creep back in • Flex when a genuine issue emerges, rather than defending a decision for its own sake • Being both developer and operator kept the end user's needs in every design decision • Thoughtful design beats expensive materials: a coat of paint goes a long way! • ...and so long as you have the right people on your team (and externally) who get the challenge of "saving the planet without giving up on aesthetics", they will find it very stimulating! Ultimately none of this was about doing things on the cheap, however it was always imperative to work within the cost plan so that we ended up with a commercially viable product. The building is thoughtful and well considered from end to end, with a deliberate sprinkling of higher-spec items placed to elevate everything around them, rather than an even smear of budget spread thinly across the board. Sustainability was never meant to be the trade-off for a joyless building. One thing is for sure: no one's ever walked out of Base One calling it boring. Discover Base One here

Partner with Sciopolis to convert underused commercial property into a thriving Innovation Hub with rapid activation, ready labs and full operational support. ACTIVATE FOR SCIENCE Transform your commercial property into a thriving Innovation Hub We partner with forward-thinking landlords, universities and local authorities to convert, build, activate and manage spaces for science and technology innovators. WHY WORK WITH SCIOPOLIS? Pragmatic, cost-effective delivery Following our rapid diagnostic study, we design, build, fitout, launch and activate spaces quickly, with site openings possible within 12 months of signoff Ecosystem building Our “black book” of academics, industry and service partners ensures tenant success and increases retention, creating a pipeline for future developments Ready-to-occupy labs and offices Tenants move in without upfront capital expenditure, removing friction: this makes your property more attractive and accelerates occupancy Initial Masterplan activation Whether delivering a single building or an ambitious masterplan, the key is to begin activation early. Our hubs spark wider regeneration and kickstart clusters Operational excellence We don’t just fill space, we actively manage and operate our hubs to drive compliance, efficiency and community Have more questions? Read Our FAQs Download Our Brochure SCIOPOLIS DELIVERS END-TO-END DEVELOPMENT From concept to completion, we take on the technical and operational demands that set laboratory space apart from standard commercial property. Design & Build Expertise We deliver cost effective labs and offices, with thoughtful shared amenities, taking care of all the technical complexities Operational Support We manage operations - from lab compliance to community programming- so you retain full control of your property without the hassle Identity & promotion We create compelling propositions that drive occupancy, enhance the value of your asset and position it as part of a UK-wide innovation network Ecosystem creation We pull together the right mix of partners, events and networks to attract tenants and create a vibrant, place-based ecosystem Discover Base One, London Our first site is here: 55,000 sq ft of ready-to-occupy laboratory and office space located in North Acton, delivered in 12 months. Find Out More Book A Tour WHY NOW? Demand for cost-effective, flexible, ready to occupy laboratory and office space is high among early-stage science and technology ventures. By partnering with us, you can: Activate underutilised assets or unlock new revenue streams. Establish an anchor building that sparks life in the cluster, sets the tone for a new district and validates the wider masterplan Tap into an emerging market of science and technology ventures. Enhance long-term value by aligning your property with one of the UK’s most strategic growth sectors. Read Our FAQs CAN YOUR PROPERTY BECOME AN INNOVATION HUB? Sciopolis is building a network of Innovation Hubs. If you own commercial property in or near innovation clusters, university towns or regional growth areas, we'd welcome a conversation about partnership opportunities. Schedule a rapid Feasibility Study to understand: Your site's suitability for conversion Estimated investment requirements and timeline Projected rental yields and occupancy rates Market positioning within regional innovation ecosystem Find out more about our Feasibility Study approach here Get In Touch CONTACT US Contact us to discuss how we can help you convert your existing space or build and activate new Innovation Hubs for science and technology businesses.

Office space for rent in North Acton, London: private offices, dedicated desks and hot desks from £300/month. All-inclusive billing, Imperial-backed. 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 PRIVATE OFFICES. INNOVATIVE BUILDING If you're looking for an exciting and cost-effective workspace in the middle of a new innovation cluster, look no further. Hot desk by the day, private suite by the month and everything in between. Ready to occupy offices, with shared amenities, so you only pay for what you use. Whether you're a solo researcher needing occasional desk access, a small team looking for a consistent base, or a growing company ready for a private office, there's a workspace to match, with the flexibility to grow. Brochure FAQs Book a Tour WORKSPACE PHOTOS 1/7 WHY CHOOSE OUR WORKSPACE Cost-effective Fully fitted, affordable and ready to occupy, with one bill a month. No surprise charges, no separate utilities, no admin headache. Flexible leasing Two-year leases as standard for offices, with day or month passes for hot-desking. Connected location Central Line/North Acton on the doorstep, White City next door, Heathrow a short hop. Great Community Join a community of scientists and founders and lean on the experts, mentors and services we bring in to help you grow. Imperial-affiliated Onsite support by Imperial Incubator and access to world-class talent, equipment, expertise and research in nearby White City. Cafe You will love our buzzy onsite Cafe serving hot food and catering for all of your meetings and events. HOW MANY, IN YOUR TEAM? 3-4 DESKS 15-25m² from £1,900/mo I £22,600/yr 5-8 DESKS 26-35m² from £3,250/mo I £39,200/yr 8-10 DESKS 36-45m² from £4,350/mo I £52,300/yr 10-12 DESKS 46-53m² from £5,550/mo I £66,800/yr 12-16 DESKS 54-65m² from £6,780/mo I £81,350/yr 18+ DESKS 84-100m² from £10,550/mo I £126,550/yr Hot Desks £300/month | from £40/day Pre-booked desk, all-inclusive, see Hot Desk page for early adopter offer Dedicated Desk £450/month Get your assigned seating in a shared office, all-inclusive and be part of our community WHAT'S INCLUDED High-speed Wi-Fi, private garden access, onsite Cafe (member discount) Meeting/event catering, complimentary tea and coffee, meeting room credits Business Partners introductions, phone booths and quiet rooms, printing credits Free events and socials; UK registered address available as an add-on INTERESTED? Enquire Now Brochure 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 >

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Base One in North Acton: Imperial-backed labs, offices, meeting rooms, event space and Cafe. Move-in ready, all-inclusive, 2 minutes from the tube. 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 1/5 WELCOME TO BASE ONE Are you a science or technology innovator looking for cost-effective lab and office space? Explore our Innovation Hub, open now with 24 fitted labs, premium workspace including hot desks and great event facilities. Backed by Imperial, excellent transport connections. Explore The Building View Available Space Book A Tour LATEST NEWS 9 Sept 2026 Base One, Sciopolis, News, One Portal Way Base One (previously 1 Portal Way) officially opens today Our 1 Portal Way hub got renamed! Discover how North Acton is becoming a blueprint for advanced manufacturing. Read More 9 Sept 2026 Base One, News, Sciopolis, One Portal Way Base One announces Nanomox as its third lab tenant Imperial spinout Nanomox turns metal-rich industrial waste into sustainable, low-carbon advanced materials, for use in industries such as cosmetics, ceramics and renewable energy. Read More EXPLORE LAB SPACE Lab Space EXPLORE OFFICE SPACE Office Space BOOK A MEETING ROOM Meeting Space HIRE EVENT SPACE Event Space VISIT THE CAFE Cafe GRAB A HOT DESK Hot Desk PHOTO GALLERY 1/10 GREAT LOCATION A 2-minute walk from North Acton station on the Central Line, right in the heart of Imperial's growing Old Oak Innovation Cluster. See Full Transport & Location Details SUPPORTED BY IMPERIAL INCUBATOR Onsite support from Imperial Incubator gives tenants direct access to world-class expertise, equipment and research at Imperial. With over 20 years of experience, the team provides hands-on technical, business and network support, along with insider access to Imperial’s facilities and expert talent. More About Imperial Incubator WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR OFFERING? Download our brochure for more information Download 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 >

Flexible, fully-fitted CL2 wet lab space in North Acton, London, from £5,100/month. All-inclusive billing, shared equipment onsite. 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 CL2 LAB SPACE IN LONDON A cost-effective and inspiring home for ambitious science and technology teams in London North Acton, Zone 2. We offer fully fitted laboratories, various sizes ranging from 42 to 250m². Designed for life sciences, cleantech, chemistry, materials, engineering and deep-tech teams, our CL2 labs are fully fitted and ready to use, with rarely available extracted ventilation and a high-spec finish across every unit. Shared equipment is available as standard, and Imperial Incubator is onsite too, so scientific and commercial support is always close at hand. If your work has specialist requirements, our team will work with you to tailor the space. Move-in-ready, with flexible leases, all-inclusive bills and the Imperial Incubator on hand whenever you need them. Floorplans & Specs Book a Tour PHOTOS 1/3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6 air changes per hour Ducted extract in all labs Autoclave Glass wash Flexible electrical system Hazardous waste disposal Clinical waste store Gas and waste solvent stores Gas and compressed air in each lab Ice machine Demin Water system Full Technical Specs & Floorplans WHY CHOOSE US Cost-effective Fully fitted, affordable and ready to occupy, with one bill a month. No surprise charges, no separate utilities, no admin headache. Future ready space Built for growth, with adjacent advanced manufacturing space to support your scaling needs, so you can start here and stay here. Connected location Central Line/North Acton on the doorstep, White City next door, Heathrow a short hop. Flexible leasing options Two-year leases as standard, with room to grow or shrink as you go. Imperial-affiliated Onsite support by Imperial Incubator and access to world-class talent, equipment, expertise and research in nearby White City. Great Community Join a community of scientists and founders and lean on the experts, mentors and services we bring in to help grow. SCIENCE WE SUPPORT We believe in convergence science, and welcome tenants across the full breadth of science and technology innovation, from start-up to scale-up: life sciences, biotech, med-tech, chemistry, quantum technology, cleantech, advanced materials, robotics, AI and more. Our labs can also accommodate light engineering, fabrication and sensor development, with proximity to advanced manufacturing site Grapht Works providing easy access to heavier-duty facilities when you need them. Our site is backed by Imperial, but open to all: we welcome founders from any university in the UK and beyond and are keen to create an inclusive and diverse community. SEE WHO'S ALREADY TAKEN UP LAB SPACE HERE Our Community HOW MUCH LAB SPACE DO YOU NEED? Not sure what you need? A quick tour usually makes it clear. Have a look at the guide below, then come and see the space in person: we'll help you work out what fits. Small Lab 3-5 person 42-55m² from £5,100/mo from £61,000/yr Medium Lab 5-9 person 56-70m² from £6,600/mo from £78,300/yr Large Lab 8-9 person 78-90m² from £9,450/mo from £113,300/yr Extra Large Lab 10-12 person 100-120m² from £11,700/mo from £140,000/yr Lab Suite 13-25 person 120-250m² from £15,100/mo from £180,800/yr FOUNDERS BUDGET EXAMPLE: Team of 10-12? £12,000/month, roughly £144,000/year, fully fitted and fully serviced. Based on a 56m² lab (£6,500/mo) plus a 46m² office (£5,568/mo). Any questions? Check out our FAQs WHAT'S INCLUDED Rent, service charge, utilities, Wi-Fi and cleaning on one bill Building management and community activity Shared Equipment Room on each floor: autoclaves, glass washers, flake-ice machines, demineralised water systems Onsite Imperial Incubator Lab Manager for technical, business and relationship-building support INTERESTED IN OUR LABS? View Floorplan and Specs 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 >

Detailed lab floorplans at Base One, North Acton, plus full CL2 technical specifications: ventilation, power, gas, water and fit-out. 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 LAB FLOORPLANS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AT-A-GLANCE SPECIFICATIONS 6 air changes per hour Ducted extract in all labs Autoclaves Glass washers Flexible electrical system Hazardous waste disposal Clinical waste store Gas and waste solvent stores Gas and compressed air in each lab Ice machine Demin Water system Read our FAQs CL2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Containment Level 2 (CL2), suited to most benchtop science Six air changes per hour Dedicated three-phase electrical supply with switchboard High and low-level dado rails, power sockets every metre, several data sockets Ceiling-mounted 32-amp outlets for island benches or central equipment One dedicated gas line connected to external manifolds Compressed air line One vented extract duct per lab, sized to support a 1,500mm fume cupboard (capacity for additional units by arrangement) Hand basin with hot and cold potable water; lab sink with cold lab water Vinyl flooring with coved edges to contain spillages Ground-floor and some first-floor labs have concrete floors for better vibration performance All first-floor labs fitted with leak-detection systems Wireless access control locks on all labs and offices, controlled via the tenant phone app Around 50% of labs have external windows; all labs include large internal glazed panels to maximise light transmission Chemical drains fitted in each lab (chemicals are generally required to be disposed of via waste disposal, not the drain) SHARED EQUIPMENT AND EXTERNAL STORES Two Common Equipment Rooms(CER), access controlled via the booking system. Autoclaves Demineralised water system (Type I and Type II) Flake ice machines Glass washers External stores also available: a waste store (non-hazardous, food, clinical waste), an LN₂ store, and a chemical store (operational model to be finalised). TENANT AND LANDLORD RESPONSIBILITIES Tenants are responsible for: Completing and maintaining hazard risk assessments, updated every 6 months Managing specialist waste streams (chemical, complex clinical) Cleaning benches and scientific equipment Purchasing gases, with onsite support from our team. Managing internal lab safety, e.g. lone-working policies Sciopolis (landlord) is responsible for: Reviewing tenant risk assessments Managing gas infrastructure and central gas contracts Managing and maintaining common equipment, and training members in its use Managing general waste and central waste contracts, as well as hazardous waste collections Regular basic lab cleaning (floors only) and emptying standard waste bins An optional lab coat laundry service IT AND CONNECTIVITY 2 Gbps primary fibre on a 10 Gbps bearer, with 1 Gbps wireless backup Building wired with Cat 6A cabling; around 25 Wi-Fi access points for full-building coverage Wired Ethernet available in labs and offices; tenants may configure their own VLANs Server rack space available to rent in the secure comms room ACCESS CONTROL AND SECURITY 24/7 tenant access to leased spaces, with an onsite security guard around the clock CCTV covering external areas, the café and the shared equipment rooms Access, meeting room booking, event notifications and community updates all run through the tenant app (Nexudus) LEASING AND SERVICE INCLUSIONS Meeting room and event space credits included with every lease; final allowance to be confirmed Two large printers (ground and first floor); monthly page allocation included, excess charged per page Bench-level lab rental ("co-lab") planned for the future CUSTOMISATION Layouts can be customised subject to compliance. Early engagement is key: space can still be adapted during construction for maximum flexibility. Back to Lab Space Talk to Us About Custom Fit Out 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 +44 020 8912 1010 info@sciopolis.co.uk Follow us on LinkedIn >

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 Art as Infrastructure: how creativity is rewiring North Acton & Park Royal One Portal Way isn’t just a new building. It’s a new neighbourhood taking shape in North Acton, right in between Park Royal and White City, a place where scientists, engineers, creators, and residents will live and work side by side. That’s why the exterior of the building has been painted by someone who understands this area from the inside: local artist and creative founder, David Samuel . David has worked in Park Royal for over a decade. In that time, he’s watched the area evolve from an industrial zone into one of London’s most exciting centres for creativity and making. His murals, bold, abstract and instantly recognisable, have become a visual thread weaving through the neighbourhood. They’re not just art; they’re markers, signals, and signposts. They help people find their way, understand where they are and feel part of something. Bringing his work onto One Portal Way is a way of honouring the community that already exists here and welcoming the community that is about to arrive. Why does that matter for the people who will live or work at One Portal Way? Because places feel better—and function better—when you can read their story the moment you walk in. David’s mural signals that this is a neighbourhood rooted in real craft, real creativity, and real people. It shows that One Portal Way isn’t being dropped into a blank space; it’s being built in the middle of a living and breathing ecosystem. Park Royal is full of artists, sculptors, film‑makers, designers, and fabricators. White City, just a short walk away, is full of scientists, engineers, and researchers. David stands at the meeting point of those worlds. He’s already collaborating with Imperial College engineers, turning his hand‑made sculptures into 3D‑printed hybrids using laboratory technologies. Their first project together earned the student, Alex Ambrose, a First. More importantly, it sparked a movement: students are now asking how artists can help them think differently, and artists are discovering how science can expand their work. This is the type of crossover that One Portal Way can support and amplify. By adopting a local artist into the building’s identity—literally into its skin—you invite the wider community in. You make it easier for residents to discover what’s around them. You create natural paths between the makers of Park Royal and the innovators of One Portal Way, helping to shape a place where people don’t just pass through, but connect. David explains it simply:“Our science is world‑class. Our art is world‑class. When you bring them together, something new happens.” His mural is more than decoration. It’s a message that says: this is a place where communities converge and ideas mix. The thing we David is that what started as a commission became something much closer to a collaboration. Over the course of the project, he didn't just paint a building, he became part of the team working alongside us at Sciopolis and with McFeggan Brown, and winning over everyone he met with his passion for the area and his infectious enthusiasm. He brought his people with him, too. Members of his team have since entered our ecosystem and are becoming trusted suppliers in their own right. The photo below, of Charlie and David mid-hug as the project wrapped, says it better than we can. He may have started as a supplier, but ended up a friend. Watch David's interview below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lthiHxXu3dU More about David: RareKind | Art & Design Studio for Murals, Signage and Direction 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 >

23 May 2025 University spinouts are struggling, and here's why. The UK government has been clear: Universities are crucial for scientific innovation. Academics are expected to commercialise their research through spinouts, turning ideas into companies that solve real-world problems. But while the expectation is high, the support is lacking. Spinouts need money to get off the ground. The Government’s £40m proof-of-concept fund was supposed to help, but demand has been overwhelming. According to an article this week by City AM, the first £9m round had 2,750 applicants—far more than the funding could handle. That means thousands of potential startups may never make it past the first hurdle. But even when spinouts do secure funding, there’s another issue: where do they go next? Kate Carlisle from Royal Society of Chemistry presented the spinouts ideal journey at London Lab Live Early-stage science companies need space, flexible labs and business support to grow into something real. They also need for these resources and facilities to be well integrated into their development journey, as “upping sticks” to find affordable lab space elsewhere, when it’s not provided close to their university ecosystem, can sever precious links and lose specialised expertise that has taken time and effort to build, When spinouts exceed incubators capacity and don't find suitable lab space in their ecosystem, they are forced to move elsewhere, which breaks their flow. That’s where Sciopolis' scaling hubs approach and campaigns like # MoreChemLabs spearheaded by the Royal Society of Chemistry come in. Having access to affordable, well-equipped labs and facilities near universities, with supportive ecosystems and room to grow can make the difference between success and failure for university spinouts. Kate Carlisle from the Royal Society of Chemistry made the argument well in her presentation at the London Lab Live event last week (see slide below) and we couldn’t agree more: think ecosystem, not just infrastructure. If the UK wants to stay ahead in scientific innovation and be a catalyst for companies that will change the world, it must do more than just encourage spinouts—it must support them properly, with funding, space, and partnerships. Spinouts need more affordable, ready-to-occupy, university-adjacent labs they can move into after leaving incubators. This allows them to stay rooted in the ecosystems that nurtured them, avoiding disruptive and costly relocations. Otherwise, we risk losing out on world-changing discoveries before they even get started. Click here for more blogs Follow us on LinkedIn