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Architecture practice Grimshaw has submitted a planning application on behalf of Crossrail for an over-site development next to Paddington Station.

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If realised, the major commercial office development will be situated above the Hammersmith & City and Circle Line Tube stations and a new taxi facility delivered by Crossrail as part of its Paddington Integrated Project.

In addition to office space, the scheme includes a new entrance to the Underground and mainline stations, as well as a new public lift and staircase between the Grand Union Canal and Bishop's Bridge.

According to Grimshaw, the proposed scheme's main office reception will be housed in a doubleheight space facing the canal towpath. A glazed lift core on the west facade will give access from reception to the 15 floors of offices above.

A grand colonnade is proposed along the canal frontage to the north of the building.
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