The brief for SOAR Works was to provide a cost-effective flagship building of workspaces intended for a variety of existing and new businesses from within and around Parson Cross, and comprising new-build offices, workshops, business incubator and drop-in workspaces, artists’ studios and meeting rooms, along with support services and community facilities. Part of the Local Enterprise Growth Initiative, the project encourages a new culture of entrepreneurialism by nurturing new and exciting businesses and pathways into employment. 00 were appointed through a competition in early 2008, and worked closely with the client and their workspace advisers to iterate the design in line with the emerging business plan. Flexibility was required throughout the design process, as the tenant types were uncertain. As a result, the wings of the building are highly efficient and adaptable with no load bearing walls, and services designed to allow adaptations to the unit sizes. SOAR Works revitalised and improved the long term social and economic prospects of the local community by supporting and furthering enterprise and arts.