Oxford Innovation District Competition Winner News, Begbroke Science Park expansion, Legal & General Capital Architecture Contest
Oxford Innovation District Design Competition Winner
6 Apr 2022
Location: Begbroke Science Park, Begbroke Lane, Yarnton, Kidlington OX5 1PF, UK
HawkinsBrown team wins competition for design team for £1bn Begbroke Innovation District

Begbroke Science Park Expansion Competition Winner
Wednesday 6th of April 2022 – Oxford University Development, a £4bn joint venture between the University of Oxford and Legal & General Capital, today announces the winner of the international design competition to find a creative, forward-thinking masterplan team for its world-leading £1billion, 190-hectare mixed-use Innovation District at Begbroke Science Park, just to the north of Oxford. A team led by HawkinsBrown has been successful amongst an extremely competitive field of 40 submissions. The winner was selected following a rigorous assessment process and review of proposals by the project team, a technical panel and a jury panel supported by specialist advisers.
HawkinsBrown demonstrated design flair through strong leadership, a collaborative approach and cross-sector expertise that resulted in a fresh approach to the new Innovation District. The jury found the winning team had balanced the need for delivery, design, attention to phasing and the evolution of the place. The team offered a very strong response to the design challenge, proposed ...