Client: Bosideng The Bosideng flagship store in London, located at 28 South Molton Street, occupies a three-storey building that was previously the site of the Hog in the Pound pub. The building underwent a significant £30 million renovation to transform it into a sleek, modern retail space. Designed to showcase the brand’s premium collections, the store features large, airy interiors and stylish finishes that blend contemporary design with elements of traditional craftsmanship. Spread over multiple floors, the store includes a dedicated space for tailoring, along with sections for casual and sportswear. Services we provided Civil & Infrastructure Engineering Digital Engineering & BIM Geotechnical & Ground Engineering Ground Investigation & Land Quality Structural Engineering Our Role BWB was appointed as the structural and civil engineering consultant for the Bosideng flagship store. Our primary responsibility was to ensure that the building’s structure and foundation could accommodate its unique design and proximity to major transport infrastructure. Structural design We developed a complex structural solution that integrated seamlessly with the existing underground tunnels and foundations. This required detailed assessments and the use of advanced modelling techniques to predict and accommodate potential ground movements resulting from close proximity to active railway lines. Our designs also needed to consider vibration impacts, ensuring the store’s structure and the sensitive railway infrastructure were not adversely affected. Stakeholder management A key aspect of our involvement was the stakeholder management and communication strategy we implemented. We led discussions with multiple stakeholders to address concerns about noise, vibration, and structural integrity during construction. By maintaining transparent communication and providing robust technical evidence, we built confidence among all parties and secured the necessary approvals without delay. Challenging location The project’s location presented several challenges, primarily the need to build adjacent to a new Crossrail station and existing London Underground tunnels. Our team faced stringent regulatory and technical requirements to ensure that construction did not interfere with railway operations or compromise the structural integrity of the transport networks.