London Warehouse Construction

Distribution Centres • Logistics Facilities • Storage Warehouses in London

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Warehouse Construction in London

Building efficient logistics and storage solutions throughout London

Distribution Centres

Large-scale distribution centres in London from 20,000-200,000 sq ft. Cross-dock facilities, multiple loading bays, automated systems integration for London logistics operations.

Storage Warehouses

Efficient storage facilities across London. High-bay warehousing, pallet racking systems, secure storage solutions from 5,000 sq ft for London businesses.

Cold Storage Facilities

Temperature-controlled warehouses in London. Frozen storage, chilled distribution, multi-temperature zones for food and pharmaceutical storage in London.

E-commerce Fulfilment

Modern fulfilment centres for London e-commerce. Mezzanine floors, pick-pack areas, returns processing, integrated technology for London online retailers.

Logistics Hubs

Strategic logistics facilities in London. HGV parking, driver facilities, customs clearance areas, ideal for London transport networks.

Multi-Level Warehouses

Space-efficient multi-storey warehouses in London. Goods lifts, reinforced floors, maximising land use for urban London locations.

Recent London Warehouse Projects

Modern logistics facilities delivered throughout London

Distribution centre London
80,000 sq ft Distribution Centre - London
Warehouse interior London
High-Bay Storage Warehouse - London
Cold storage London
Temperature-Controlled Facility - London
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Regional Logistics Hub - London
E-commerce warehouse London
E-commerce Fulfilment Centre - London
Loading bays London
Multi-Bay Loading Facility - London

London Warehouse Construction Statistics

75+

London Warehouses Built

2M+

Sq Ft in London

20+

Years in London

98%

London Client Satisfaction

Why Choose Building Group for Warehouse Construction in London?

Experienced principal contractor delivering logistics, storage and distribution warehouses across London and London.

Specialist Warehouse Experience

We focus on logistics and industrial buildings, not just general construction. Our team understands clear heights, floor loading, racking layouts, docks and traffic flow for real-world warehouse operations in London.

Principal Contractor Accountability

Building Group acts as principal contractor in line with CDM Regulations, managing health & safety, programme, quality and coordination of all trades on your London warehouse site.

Transparent Costing & Value Engineering

We provide clear, itemised quotations and suggest cost‑effective alternatives where they make sense. You always know what’s included, what’s optional and how changes affect your budget.

Local Knowledge in London

We’ve delivered multiple industrial and warehouse projects across London, so we understand local ground conditions, planning expectations and access constraints around London.

London Warehouse Development Process

Creating efficient logistics facilities for London businesses

1

London Site Assessment

Evaluating London sites for warehouse development. Transport links analysis, ground conditions survey, utilities assessment, and optimal layout planning for London logistics operations.

2

Design for London Operations

Creating efficient warehouse designs for London businesses. Traffic flow optimization, loading bay configuration, storage systems planning, and compliance with London regulations.

3

Construction in London

Quality warehouse construction using trusted London contractors. Steel frame erection, cladding installation, services integration, maintaining strict timelines for London operations.

4

London Warehouse Handover

Complete handover to London operators. Systems commissioning, staff training, documentation provision, and ongoing support for successful London warehouse operations.

Warehouse Market in London

Current London Logistics Demand

The warehouse and logistics market in London continues to grow with e-commerce expansion and supply chain evolution. Key drivers include last-mile delivery requirements, regional distribution needs, and manufacturing support. Our team understands London logistics trends and delivers warehouses that meet modern operational demands.

Investment Opportunities in London

Warehouse property in London offers strong investment returns with consistent demand from logistics operators. We work with developers to identify strategic sites, design efficient facilities, and deliver quality warehouses that attract long-term tenants in the London market.

Types of Warehouses in London

  • Last-Mile Delivery: 5,000-25,000 sq ft for London urban logistics
  • Regional Distribution: 25,000-100,000 sq ft serving London
  • National Distribution: 100,000+ sq ft for UK-wide operations from London
  • Cold Storage: Temperature-controlled facilities for London food sector
  • E-commerce Fulfilment: Multi-level facilities for London online retail
  • Manufacturing Support: Raw materials and finished goods storage in London

Warehouse Specifications in London

Standard Features

  • Steel portal frame construction to London standards
  • 10-15m eaves height for modern London operations
  • Insulated composite panel cladding
  • Level access dock levellers
  • Grade A office accommodation
  • 50kN/m² floor loading capacity
  • BREEAM compliant design
  • Secure yards with HGV circulation

Advanced Options

  • Temperature-controlled zones for London cold chain
  • Automated storage and retrieval systems
  • Multi-level mezzanine floors
  • Cross-dock configuration
  • EV charging infrastructure
  • Solar panel installation
  • Rainwater harvesting systems
  • Advanced fire suppression systems

Key Warehouse Design Considerations in London

Operational Performance

  • Optimising goods‑in / goods‑out flow and vehicle turning in London
  • Clear heights to suit current and future racking systems
  • Dock levellers, level access doors and canopies for year‑round loading
  • Office locations with good visibility of warehouse operations
  • Staff welfare, parking and safe pedestrian segregation

Future Flexibility & Compliance

  • Allowing for potential future extensions on your London site
  • Floor loading, slab design and joint layouts to suit heavy use
  • Fire strategy, compartmentation and escape routes
  • Energy performance – insulation, rooflights, LED lighting and PV options
  • Meeting local authority and insurer requirements across London

Design & Build Support for London Warehouses

Helping developers and occupiers in London turn requirements into buildable, cost‑controlled warehouse projects.

Pre‑Construction & Design Input

  • Initial feasibility advice for London sites – access, plot utilisation and servicing
  • Budget cost plans for different sizes and specifications
  • Input on column spacing, bay sizes, loading yard depth and dock positions
  • Coordination with architects, engineers and planning consultants in London
  • Buildability reviews to reduce risk, time and cost before site start

During Construction

  • Dedicated project manager for your London warehouse
  • Regular progress meetings and written updates
  • Quality inspections at key stages (foundations, frame, envelope, fit‑out)
  • Snagging and commissioning prior to handover
  • Handover pack including warranties, certificates and O&M manuals

Send Us Your London Warehouse Plans

Whether you have full drawings, outline sketches or just an idea, we can review your warehouse proposal in London and advise on realistic costs and programme.

Typical Next Steps

  1. Email your plans, sketches or brief for your London warehouse.
  2. We arrange a call to clarify requirements and timescales.
  3. A site visit in London to review access, ground conditions and constraints.
  4. We prepare a detailed, itemised quotation and outline programme.
  5. Once agreed, we schedule your build and manage the project through to handover.

Information That Helps Us Quote Accurately

  • Approximate size (sq ft or metres) and height required
  • Type of use – storage, distribution, temperature‑controlled, manufacturing support
  • Any specific racking, office or mezzanine requirements
  • Site address in London and any existing surveys or reports
  • Target start date and any critical completion deadlines

Email your information to info@building-group.co.uk or use our online quote form.

Planning & Regulations for Warehouses in London

While every scheme is different, most warehouse projects in London and across London must address planning policy, highways, drainage and environmental requirements.

Typical Planning Considerations

  • Use class and suitability of the site for logistics or storage
  • Impact on local roads, HGV routing and delivery hours
  • Building height, massing and visual impact on neighbouring properties
  • Noise, lighting and environmental considerations
  • Surface water drainage and SuDS on your London plot

How We Support Your Team

  • Practical buildability input during planning and design
  • Cost advice for alternative layouts and specifications
  • Coordination with your architect, engineer and planning consultant
  • Construction methodology statements and outline programmes
  • Budget and value‑engineering options for London warehouse schemes

London Warehouse Construction FAQs

Answers to common questions about planning and building a warehouse in London and the wider London area with Building Group

Working With Building Group in London

How does the warehouse construction process work from first contact?

Once you email us your drawings, outline brief or even just an idea of what you need for your warehouse in London, we’ll arrange a call to clarify your requirements. From there we normally:

  • Review any existing plans, surveys or specifications for your London or London site
  • Arrange a site visit to understand access, ground conditions and constraints
  • Develop or refine layout and specification with you
  • Provide a detailed, itemised quotation and programme
  • Agree the contract, start date and key milestones
  • Deliver the build through to handover and defects period

Do I need full planning permission before speaking to you?

No. We’re happy to talk at any stage. Some clients in London come to us with outline ideas, others with full planning approval and technical drawings. We can:

  • Advise what information is needed for a planning application in London
  • Introduce architects and planning consultants we regularly work with on local warehouse projects
  • Value-engineer designs before they’re submitted, to avoid cost issues later

Can you help if I only have rough sketches or a basic concept?

Yes. Many warehouse projects around London start with simple sketches and a list of operational needs. We can help turn this into a practical layout and specification, then work with your design team (or ours) to progress into full construction drawings.

Cost, Timescales & Quality in London

How much does it cost to build a warehouse?

Costs depend on size, specification and ground conditions. As a guide, basic storage warehouses often start from around £45–£55 per sq ft, with higher-spec logistics and temperature-controlled facilities increasing from there. After an initial discussion and site visit in London we provide a detailed, fixed-price quotation wherever possible.

How long will my warehouse project take?

As a rough guide for typical London warehouse builds:

  • 10,000–20,000 sq ft: around 4–6 months from breaking ground
  • 20,000–50,000 sq ft: around 6–9 months
  • 50,000+ sq ft: 9–15 months depending on complexity

We’ll give you a project-specific programme and keep you updated throughout the build in and around London.

How do you make sure my project stays on budget?

We focus heavily on cost control and transparency for every London warehouse project. That includes:

  • Clear, itemised quotations with defined inclusions and exclusions
  • Early value-engineering to avoid expensive detail later
  • Regular cost reports during the build
  • Change control procedures for any client variations

Are you insured and experienced with warehouse projects?

Yes. Building Group is fully insured and CITB registered, with over 20 years’ experience delivering warehouses, industrial units, logistics facilities and commercial buildings across London. We act as principal contractor, managing health & safety, quality control and subcontractor coordination on your behalf in London and surrounding areas.

What London Logistics Companies Say

★★★★★

"Efficient drainage solutions solved a long-standing site issue we had in London. Expert civil engineering."

- Abigail R., London

★★★★★

"Clear pricing, regular updates and a high‑quality finish on our new warehouse in London. A contractor we’d use again anywhere in London."

- Victoria M., London

★★★★★

"Building Group delivered our new warehouse in London on time and on budget. Great communication and a very tidy site throughout London."

- James H., London

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