Wellcome Genome Campus Future Plans 2

Welcome to our exhibition aboutthe future plans for the WellcomeGenome Campus.Wellcome is currently working with a wide ranging technical teamto develop ideas about how the Campus could expand and deliverbenefits for both our scientific community and the surrounding areaover the next 25 years.In January we held a series of events with people working onCampus and the local community during which we gatheredlocal knowledge about the opportunities and challenges that arepresent in developing the Campus. This exhibition gives us theopportunity to outline what we heard from both the Campus andlocal community and sets out how we intend to respond through thedesign process to ensure we deliver a masterplan that is responsiveto both the scientific and local community needs.We look forward to talking to you about our ideas in more detail.

WHAT WE HAVE HEARDDuring January members of the project team conducted a numberof consultation events with both Campus users and members of thecommunity to understand local priorities for growth.Throughout the first stage of consultation it became evident thatboth the Campus and the community share many of the same issuesand concerns. The major themes and areas of feedback were;transportation, amenities, housing and the environment.TRANSPORT HOUSINGTransport was a critical issue to both As part of our initial engagement wethe Campus and local community. wanted to understand whether peopleBoth groups identified that the local working on the Campus would seeroad infrastructure was stretched at a benefit in the possibility of livingpeak times. The Campus was open to on an expanded Campus. Of thethe adoption of alternative methods of Campus Staff who responded, 32%transport, including public transport responded ‘yes’ to living on Campus,and cycling to reduce the impact on whilst 22% were ‘not sure’ and 46%the local road system. responded ‘no’. A strong theme to emerge from those who said ‘no’AMENITIES and ‘not sure’ was that there would need to be improvements to both theThe Campus wanted to see more amenities and connections availableoptions provided on-site for eating to create a community they wouldand drinking, recreation and leisure consider moving to. The communityfacilities as well as the provision of felt uneasy about the provision ofhealth and education services, this was housing, indicating that there would beespecially true when asked to consider greater support for homes that were forliving on Campus. The Campus was Campus staff.also in favour of being more accessibleto the surrounding communities. The ENVIRONMENTcommunity was interested in beingable to access the amenities on the The Campus and the local communityCampus. Campus staff suggested that both wanted to ensure that thesport and recreation facilities as well surrounding environment did notas health services would be good to suffer as a consequence of expandingaccess on site. the Campus. The community were generally concerned about visual impact from key local routes and viewpoints. The Campus wanted to ensure that the open space and greenery were enhanced as part of the development and that the rural character of the area was respected.CAMPUS STAFF PRIORITIES COMMUNITY PRIORITIES0 50 100 150 200 250 05 10 15 20 25 30 250/51% Better access to 26/74% Improvements to 241/49% Public Transport local routes (driving/ 219/45% walking/cycling) 130/27% New facilities for 15/43% Facilities for local Campus Staff to use 12/34% people to use 9/26% Improvements to Enhancing the reputation local routes (driving/ of the Campus walking/cycling) Better access to Additional places to public transport eat and drink109/22% Employment 8/23% A sustainable opportunities approach to designFeedback from the Q9 of the February 2018 Feedback from the Q6 of the February 2018Campus Survey: Which of the following would Community Survey: Which of the followingyou like to see prioritised as part of any future would you like to see prioritised as part of anygrowth? (Multiple choice). Showing the top 5 future growth of the Campus? (Multiple choice).priorities out of 15 options, based on 489 survey Showing the top 5 priorities out of 15 options,responses. based on 36 survey responses.

SETTING THE PROJECT OBJECTIVESTaking account of the initial feedback we have established thefollowing objectives for the project in order to respond to Wellcome’sambition, community priorities and Campus needs: Create a complimentary community around the Genomics ecosystem to attract and retain the best global talent Provide resilient and sustainable infrastructure and amenities for the benefit of Campus users and the wider community Engage widely with industry and the general public – local and global – by creating an open Campus and promoting opportunities for debate and collaboration Develop a flexible framework for the Campus to evolve, setting a clear intent and inspiring investor confidence Strengthen the reputation of the Wellcome Genome Campus as a centre of excellence in Genomics and Biodata Focus on enhancing health, well-being and restorative sustainability of people and landThese support the Campus vision: “To build on the scientific foundations of the Campus to become the international centre for scientific, business, cultural and educationalactivities emanating from Genomes and Biodata”

TRANSLATION & INNOVATIONThe genomics industry is perhaps the most fast moving and dynamicarea of science and an area in which the UK is a genuine worldleader in research. Historically, the UK has failed to secure theeconomic benefit that follows from the application of that research, withinvestment flowing to the competing centres of genomics in the US andChina in particular.It is forecast that globally bioinformatics and genome relatedtechnologies will be worth circa $45 billion by 2020. The expansionof the Campus will provide the opportunity for scientific research tobe translated into real world health applications that genome scienceis making possible. The Campus brings together the Government,NHS, researchers and businesses to work collaboratively, ensuringthat the UK can capatilise on its leading position in an internationallycompetitive area.There is significant interest from the genomics and biodata sector toprovide more space for research and development on the Campus. Toindicate the level of interest, the Biodata Innovation Centre was openedin 2016 and was fully occupied within 12 months. Our future plans forthe Campus would provide the additional space required to ensure thatinvestment can be captured in the UK. If expansion is not available atthe Campus, it may be lost to overseas.To ensure space for the co-location of grow-on, mature and commercialenterprise is available over the next 20-25 years we are currentlytesting what the expansion would need to provide in order to supportsuccessful growth of the scientific environment, and attract new talentto support future scientific advances. Current testing for the scheme isbased on the need to provide a mix of complementary uses that willprovide for current Campus users, existing residents and businesses inthe surrounding area as well as future users of the Campus. Campus “Where else would you have the number one Institutes for genomics and bio-data 20 metres from your office?” Sumit Jamuar, CEO, Global Gene Corp today2025 ?? ? Future ? Growth ? ?“There are clear benefits to investing in ‘critical ? ?mass centres’ as national infrastructure, which canthen stimulate further national and internationalcollaboration. We can see this from the GenomeCampus at Hinxton, which includes both the SangerInstitute and the European Bioinformatics Institute.”Annual Report of the Chief Medical Officer, 2016

CREATING A FRAMEWORK FOR GROW THWellcome has appointed a design and technical team (Masterplanteam), led by architects Arup Urban Design, to produce a plan forthe expansion of the Campus.The aim is to provide a long-term plan which can accommodate theimmediate known needs identified by Wellcome, combined withsufficient flexibility to respond to the inevitably changing scientific,institutional and commercial environment. The Masterplan team hasbeen asked to consider the following:• Capacity for expansion of the current institutions and accommodation of future research or academic facilities;• Expansion of the ‘Connecting Science’ programme, including capacity for a ‘Genome Discovery Centre’ to provide a national centre of expertise with access to the public;• Further space for innovation to meet immediate demand and for grow-on space for successful start- ups;• New infrastructure to support the Campus growth, serve local communities and attract and retain global talent, including new homes, cultural, sport, recreation, social and education provision;• Opportunities for broader growth, including large scale inward investment.Our teamArup Urban Design, Engineering and DevelopmentMasterplanner Environmental Consultants ManagersTransport Advisers Town Planning AdvisorsSpecial Advisors

EMERGING PROPOSALSCreating a successful environment for scientific research, innovationand translation will need to be supported by a range of complimentaryamenities if we are to retain and attract global talent to drive ourresearch and translation. Our research suggests that a significantnumber of Campus users would consider living on-site if the right typeof accommodation was provided, supported by new amenities andinfrastructure. Our modelling is looking at:• The types of homes that could be attractive to current and future employees• Different types of household including singles and sharers, couples, families and ‘empty nesters’• The split between rented and saleOf the 489 respondents, 49% of Campus users would like to see moreamenities provided on-site. It will be essential that the Campus providessufficient ‘critical mass’ to support a range of local services, and thatamenities are phased to avoid adverse impacts on current facilities,and can help create a sense of place from day one. We are currentlyexploring:• Mapping demand from the Campus workforce, neighbouring residents, and those who may live on-site• Providing an expanded nursery and/or primary school• Children’s play-spaces and recreation facilities• Health facilitiesThe capacity for homes, likely take up and housing types will be testedthrough the masterplan process in consultation with people currentlyworking at the Campus and will determine what facilities are required tosupport this.The Campus expansion is designed to enhance the quality of place fromthe outset. New science and translation space, homes and amenities willbe delivered in phases over a number of years. Local needs Biodata innovation centre Genome Conference Bridget Gateway Centre Ogilvie Building Wellcome Sanger EMBL Institute -EBI New InstituteAmenities Culture Homes

EXPANDING THE GENOME ANDBIODATA ECOSYSTEMHinxton The expanded Campus will continue to focus on discovery research and translation throughIckleton Campus Great industry partnerships and collaborations. Chesterford Additional floorspace will allow the current institutes to expand, create potential for a new institute to locate on the Campus as well as the provide the space for growth of the Connecting Science Public Engagement programme. We see the expansion growing out from the existing cluster of buildings, to create a new neighbourhood that will contain social spaces and a range of building types to support start- ups, grow-ons, mature companies and new institutes. The potential for active streets and collaborative spaces will create opportunities for staff, visitors and residents to interact and share ideas. INITIAL THINKINGTransparent, public ground Flexible buildings and plots Pedestrian-centric qualityfloors Blocks that allow a range of Streetscapes designed to prioritiseThe use of and access to ground appropriate building types and people’s needs - legibility, safety,floors plays a critical role in the sizes to support businesses, from comfort and health - allow theperception of an open Campus. start-ups to mature companies that public realm to contribute to contribute to a healthy and flexible Campus life. Genomics ecosystem.A diverse mix of uses Active Streetlife Inside - outside collaboration spacesOpportunities for a mix of uses - Public uses and safe, comfortableretail, leisure, hotel, residential - in walking, cycling, and public A network of small courtyards andthe predominantly working district transport (i.e. shuttle) amenities open spaces are embedded in theadd vitality and interest. enhances people interaction and masterplan to support planned promotes wellness. and serendipitous working and socialising.PRECEDENTSHigh quality public realm Social spaces Innovative and sustainable design

GATHERING AND ENGAGEMENT ATTHE HEARTHinxton The Campus wanted to see more space for connecting with eachIckleton Campus Great other whilst the community wanted Chesterford to be able to access amenities at the Campus. We would like to create a green Common as the heart of the extension, expanding on the gardens surrounding Hinxton Hall. This Common will offer the opportunity to connect the emerging Campus to the existing one across a traffic-calmed Mill Lane, on to the accessible wetlands and River Cam valley further west. The Common would be framed by a diverse mix of public uses, including a range of cultural, sport, recreation, social and education amenities that will encourage staff, residents, visitors and the local community to interact. INITIAL THINKINGRecognising the rural setting of Purposeful landscape not Connecting the new to the oldthe East Anglian Chalklands decorativeThe historic pattern of long views,open fields, and the enclosure A new green Common extends theoffered by woodlands are used tocreate a sensitive new Campus and Grassland, pasture, food-growing, heart of the new Campus to thesettlement. allotments, woodlands, marshes, gardens surrounding Hinxton Hall Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems and the wetlands and River Cam (SUDS), playgrounds, walking and valley further west. cycling routes are prioritised over ornamental landscapes. A mix of uses around the Designed for active and passive Common use Mixed use buildings bring together Open spaces provide opportunities the interconnected and diverse for a variety of uses from quiet nature of the Wellcome Genome enjoyment of the open space to Campus working, living, and public a well-managed and successful uses to the green. genomic science festival organised by Connecting Science.PRECEDENTSRespect the rural setting and Create outdoor social spaces Create places for interaction make accessible

LIVING IN A RURAL LANDSCAPEHinxton Both Campus users and the community believe that the surrounding rural environmentIckleton Campus Great make this a unique and special place in Chesterford which to work and live. We want to reflect the rural setting and distinctive landscape throughout the design process, using it to drive the quality and design of new neighbourhoods and how they connect with their surroundings. Our design will respect the views on to the site and the visual framework for the emerging Campus will be structured around open fields and woodland canopies, preserving views of the rolling land to the east. The landscape will be enhanced through ecological restoration improving local biodiversity. INITIAL THINKINGBuilding neighbourhoods around Respecting the topography Setting amidst open fields anda heart woodland Builds along the existing slope andWe would like neighbourhoods topography of the site and working Using a pattern of wooded valesto cluster around a central core of with natural water drainage flows and linear settlements as the mostshared amenities, open spaces, and long-distance views and horizon appropriate response to the siteshops, and co-working facilities. lines. and its wider context, our approach will acknowledge the importance of views from surrounding areas.Pedestrian-centric quality Opportunities for work spaces Oriented for optimal sun accessThere is a primary focus on the Design of neighbourhoods Block layouts will work with sunpedestrian environments with recognise the changing needs of and wind patterns; optimising thesafe walking and cycling routes, individuals and families working in orientation of blocks and buildings tominimal exposed parking areas, and the knowledge sector - catering for promote morning and evening sun.habitable spaces overlooking the workers and entrepreneurs in need ofstreets. alternative and shared spaces.PRECEDENTSConnection to the landscape Creating a safe community Design that will respect the location

RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE21ST CENTURYWellcome’s objective in expanding the Campus will be to embedhealth, well-being and restorative sustainability during design, deliveryand operational phases. We are exploring ambitious and innovativeapproaches to transport and mobility, digital technology, health and well-being in the built environment and carbon reduction during constructionand throughout the buildings life-cycle. The expansion of the Campus givesus the opportunity to set a new precedent in Campus design.Some of the options we are currently exploring include:TRANSPORTTransportation was an important theme that emerged during bothCampus and community consultation. Our intention to provide housingand complementary amenities on-site offers the potential to create moresustainable travel patterns by allowing people to live, work and undertakeday to day activities without the need to drive.We are also exploring several other options to improve connections to andfrom the Campus. These include:Improving local cycling Traffic Managementinfrastructure and measures in Hinxton,implementation of bike Ickleton and Duxfordhire hubs within the to address rat runningcampus and at key local including options suchdestinations. as traffic calming, physical barriers andProviding a direct cycle Automatic Number Plate/ bus / autonomous Recognition (ANPR).vehicle link toWhittlesford Parkway Offsite highway worksStation. at junctions to be informed by a ParamicsProviding an on-demand microsimulation trafficbus services which would model.not be restricted by fixedroutes and timetables but Developing a transportwould instead respond strategy that complimentsto real time demand with the Greater Cambridgethe use of a mobile app. Partnership proposals which includesEnhancing the existing Greenways, ruralbus provision for campus transport hubs, A1307staff and the local improvements and thecommunity. Cambridge Autonomous Metro (CAM).

RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE21ST CENTURYECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITYThere are a range of different habitats at the site suitable for wildlife including arablefields and margins, woodland corridors, tree plantation, tall ruderal herbs, hedgerows,scrub, buildings, river and wetlands environments. Wellcome will seek to achievea ‘biodiversity net gain’ for the masterplan, which means the site will have greaterbiodiversity in the area after the development than before. Some of the options we areinvestigating to achieve this include; enhancing wildlife corridors, selecting native andlocal species of planting, and designing the green infrastructure (trees, woodlands,grass, water features) to improve on the wildlife currently found at the site.WATER AND FLOODING CARBON AND EMBODIED ENERGYA range of techniques and technologies A range of innovative approacheswill be used to reduce reliance on mains are being explored to reduce carbonwater supply as well as providing flood production as well as demand onmitigation designed to cope with a 1:100 utilities. These include:year flood as well as climate change. • Combined heat and power system • Roof Photovoltaic system• Rainwater harvesting - reducing • Solar thermal domestic hot water demand on mains waters supply and • District heating and cooling minimising storm water discharge • Battery storage• Green roofs – retain rainwater and • Using SMART technology to improve amenity and ecology automate building control systems• Permeable paving – improve surface water flow and reducing storm water discharge• Wetland – provide water storage and purification functions• Swales - grassed, vegetated and stone lined swales can control storm water runoff• Bioretention structures – provide effective treatment of water pollutants• Grey water recyclingTHE MASTERPLAN WILL SEEK TO PROMOTE HOLISTICSUSTAINABILITY ACROSS A RANGE OF PRINCIPLES:Health and happiness Local economyEncouraging active, sociable, Creating safe, attractive placesmeaningful lives to promote and amenities to live and workgood health and well-being. which support local prosperity.Culture and Community Land and natureNurturing local identityand heritage, empowering Protecting and restoring land forcommunities and promoting a the benefit of people, wildlife, andculture of sustainable living. the planetSustainable water Climate resilienceUsing water efficiently, protectinglocal water sources and reducing Building in capacity to adapt toflooding and drought. a changing climate and future weather extremes, thus protectingLocal and sustainable food the long-term health of occupantsPromoting sustainable humane and functionality of the Campus.farming and healthy diets inlocal, seasonal organic food and Materials and productsvegetable protein. Using materials from sustainable sources and promoting products which help people reduce consumption.Travel and transport Waste ReductionReducing the need to travel, and Reducing consumption, reusingencouraging walking, cycling and and recycling to minimise wastelow carbon transport. and pollution.Carbon Reduction GovernanceDesigning buildings, land, Closing the performance gaptransport and operation to aim between design intent and actualfor ambitious carbon reduction performance through effectivetargets. governance to monitor, measure and review.

STEWARDSHIP OVER TIMEWellcome is committed to the long-term stewardship of the land and theexpansion of the Campus. Wellcome’s long-term horizon allows for theestablishment of a governance structure for the new Campus that willensure its holistic objectives of quality, innovation, sustainability, well-being and behavioural change can be achieved. Wellcome’s long-termapproach to development has already delivered environmental benefitsto the Campus and community. In the future, Wellcome’s commitmentwill continue to deliver innovative solutions that are difficult to deliverunder conventional business models. 2025 The aspiration: Wellcome Genome Campus cements its position as a global leader in genomes and biodata. Alongside the engine of science and work, a complementary community grows, providing homes, amenities, and a high quality of life to its diverse workforce as well as the wider community. 2018 Planning permission for Campus expansion. 2017 The government’s Industrial Strategy recognises the UK’s global pre-eminence in the field of genomics and supports the growth and expansion of genomics science and its translation into healthcare and related industry. 2016 The Biodata Innovation Centre opens to offer new space for start-up companies engaged in translation and industry at the Wellcome Campus. Within 12 months of opening almost all space was either already let or had active interest registered on it. The space is fully occupied with eight leading genomics or biodata related companies based there, a number of which have already expanded. 2014 An update of the Campus’s award-winning Green Travel Plan (originally adopted in 2002) is commissioned, continuing its commitment to sustainable means of travel with a target of no more than 40% of employees by 2020 commuting by a single occupancy vehicle. 2012 The Prime Minister announces plans to sequence 100,000 genomes including the genomes of people with rare diseases, infectious diseases and cancer. The government establishes Genomics England to deliver the project. 2005 The Campus expands; the Southfield extension is built; The Wetlands Nature Reserve is created, a culmination of several years of planning, design and construction. It acts as a natural flood defence mechanism, and provides a new and diverse natural habitat. 2002 The Human Genome Project is completed. Sir John Sulston wins the 2002 Nobel Prize for medicine for his work on how genes regulate organ development. 1993 The Sanger Centre is established on the Campus site with Sir John Sulston leading the effort to decode the Human Genome and the European Bio-informatics Centre co-locates on the site.

CONCEPT APPROACHDrawing on the feedback we have received from both the Campus andthe community we have developed a concept approach to expandingthe Campus. The following principles will guide the design anddevelopment of a masterplan: Hinxton Great 1. Evolution of the existing CampusIckleton Campus Chesterford Evolution of the existing genome Campus fit for 21st Century challenges and opportunities. Hinxton Great 2. Creating a new heart Chesterford Campus A generous open space for the Campus and the widerIckleton community. Hinxton Great 3. Providing a range of community amenities Chesterford Campus Provision of amenities could include new sustainable transportIckleton options and a nursery/primary school serving the Campus and the wider area. Hinxton Great 4. Respecting the rural character Campus Chesterford A sensitive understanding of the existing landscapeIckleton preserves long-distance views, maintains open fields and positively contributes to carbon reduction. Hinxton Great 5. Setting homes amidst open fields Chesterford woodland vales CampusIckleton A response to sensitive views, topography and natural water drainage flows creates an opportunity to embed new homes in contextually appropriate planting. Open fields between New neighbourhood areas Hinxton and the new set amidst woodland and Campus open areasCreating a new heart Reintroduction of for campus and the woodland planting wider community Amenities and a mix of uses around the open space Compact science and translation quarter with relationship to existing Campus