West London is set to welcome another landmark addition to its rapidly evolving skyline after the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC) granted planning permission for an ambitious mixed-use development featuring two residential towers of 58 and 55 storeys.
Designed by leading architectural practice Apt, the scheme will deliver 669 new homes, a 90-bedroom four-star hotel, retail and hospitality space, and new public realm, helping to transform the North Acton Southern Gateway into a vibrant residential and commercial destination.
Replacing an earlier proposal by Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) on the site currently occupied by a Holiday Inn hotel, the development reflects the continued regeneration of one of London's largest growth areas and aims to address the capital's ongoing demand for high-quality housing.
The approved scheme has been carefully designed to complement the wider regeneration of the Old Oak and Park Royal Opportunity Area, one of London's most significant development zones.
Rather than creating a standalone residential complex, the project seeks to establish a mixed-use neighbourhood where people can live, work, socialise and visit.
Alongside 669 Build-to-Rent apartments, the development will include:
The public realm has been designed to encourage interaction, with covered walkways, seating areas and landscaped spaces intended to create an active street environment throughout the day and evening.
London continues to experience significant pressure on housing supply, particularly in well-connected locations with strong transport links.
Developments such as this play an increasingly important role in delivering new homes while making more efficient use of urban land.
The Build-to-Rent element is expected to appeal to a wide range of residents, including young professionals, key workers and people seeking high-quality rental accommodation close to central London.
As transport improvements continue around Old Oak Common—including the arrival of HS2 and enhanced Elizabeth line connectivity—the area is expected to become one of the capital's most important regeneration corridors.
Modern urban developments increasingly combine residential, hospitality, retail and leisure uses rather than separating them into distinct districts.
This approach creates neighbourhoods that remain active throughout the day, supporting local businesses while reducing the need for residents to travel elsewhere for everyday services.
The inclusion of a four-star hotel will also strengthen North Acton's visitor economy, complementing the area's growing commercial and residential population.
The project has been designed by Apt, whose proposal replaces an earlier design for the site.
Speaking following the approval, Bram van der Wal, Director and Project Leader at Apt, said:
"We're thrilled that the OPDC has approved the proposal, which has been carefully configured to complement North Acton's emerging Southern Gateway cluster. We look forward to collaborating with Aldau as we advance to the next stages of this exciting project."
The towers have been designed to sit comfortably within the area's emerging cluster of tall buildings while creating a distinctive gateway into North Acton.
Developer Aldau Development welcomed the unanimous planning approval, highlighting both the quality of the design and the wider contribution the project will make to West London.
Niall Watters, representing Aldau Development, praised the work of the wider design team and expressed confidence that the development will become a standout destination within London's increasingly competitive Build-to-Rent sector.
By combining residential accommodation with hospitality and commercial uses, the project aims to create a sustainable long-term community rather than simply delivering housing alone.
Projects of this scale present significant opportunities for the facilities management sector.
Once completed, the development will require sophisticated building operations covering multiple disciplines, including:
Managing a complex mixed-use estate of this size requires highly integrated operational strategies, particularly where residential, retail and hospitality uses share common infrastructure and public spaces.
As modern developments become taller and more technologically advanced, facilities management plays an increasingly strategic role in ensuring buildings remain safe, sustainable and attractive for occupants.
The approval represents more than another addition to London's skyline.
Large-scale regeneration schemes create lasting economic benefits through construction employment, long-term operational jobs, increased local spending and improved public spaces.
They also stimulate demand for professional services across architecture, engineering, property management, facilities management and building operations.
For FM professionals, developments like this reinforce the growing importance of operational excellence in supporting modern urban communities long after construction has finished.
With planning approval now secured, attention will turn towards the next phases of development as Aldau Development and Apt progress the project towards construction.
When completed, the twin towers will become a prominent feature of West London's skyline while delivering hundreds of much-needed homes, new hospitality facilities and vibrant public spaces.
As the wider Old Oak and Park Royal regeneration gathers pace, this landmark mixed-use scheme is set to play an important role in shaping one of London's most exciting emerging districts for decades to come.
