Perfume Factory

Project

Client: Myles Alexander (Valley Provincial)
Location: Perfume Factory, London
Products Installed: Four bespoke 14-space two-tier cycle shelters

Valley Provincial, tasked with transforming the Perfume Factory into a mixed-use development, required robust, secure facilities to support the growing number of cycling commuters. We were commissioned to design, manufacture, and install high-capacity shelters that balance function, sustainability, and architectural quality—aligned with BREEAM principles.

The Challenge

• Maximising capacity in a constrained footprint while maintaining accessibility and usability.
• Security that deters theft without compromising ease of entry for commuters.
• Environmental performance with materials/finishes that meet durability and BREEAM-aligned sustainability standards.

Our Solution

We developed a tailored solution comprising four bespoke 14-space two-tier shelters in both gated and open-front configurations,
prioritising security, sustainability, and user convenience.

1) Bespoke 14-Space Two-Tier Cycle Shelter (Gated)

• Dimensions: 3,700 mm W × 2,100 mm D × 2,750 mm H
• Hot-dip galvanised frame to BS EN ISO 1461:2022 for long-term corrosion resistance.
• Clad in 656 twin-wire security mesh (RAL 7032) with double mesh swing gates and access control for authorised entry.
• Sustainable detailing: Uprights clad with clear-sealed planed timber battens for a natural, design-led finish.
• BREEAM-friendly specification across materials and processes.

2) Bespoke 14-Space Two-Tier Cycle Shelters (Open-Front)

• Open-front design for quick walk-up access while retaining enclosed sides for security and weather protection.

3) Additional Sustainable Features

• Sedum Green Roof: One shelter upgraded with a sedum roof, raised parapet, and three-piece drainage layer to enhance biodiversity and sustainability credentials.
• Biodiversity habitat panels on upper external sides, encased with heavy-duty wire mesh to create micro-habitats for local wildlife.

4) Rack Upgrade

• Gas-Assisted Two-Tier Racks: Gas struts on upper tiers improve accessibility and user comfort, maximising density without sacrificing ease of use.

Installation & Delivery

• Ground preparation: Assumed level foundations and use of site pallet trucks for material distribution.
• Single-hit delivery & installation: Logistics consolidated to reduce site impact and accelerate programme.
• Waste management: All waste disposed of on-site via the client’s systems.

Results

• Secure storage for 56 bicycles (four shelters × 14 spaces) with high throughput and intuitive access.
• Sustainable design via timber accents, green roof upgrade, and biodiversity panels.
• Enhanced user experience thanks to gas-assisted upper tiers and open-front options for quick access.

Why It Matters

At The Bike Storage Company, we deliver bespoke, British-made cycle storage that elevates modern developments. This scheme demonstrates how thoughtful detailing—security mesh, sedum roofing, biodiversity features, and gas-assisted racks – can create capacity, improve usability, and advance sustainability goals in tandem.

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