Kindred Studios set to return to North Paddington with a permanent home at 300 Harrow Road

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Kindred Studios are poised to make a return to North Paddington, having been selected to manage the new purpose-built enterprise space in the 300 Harrow Road development. Previously located at the former Westminster College in Maida Vale, they are delighted to be back in the borough, supporting the creative community.  

The new enterprise space is part of a comprehensive regeneration project led by the council, which includes new truly affordable homes, a nursery, community space and a community café. The affordable business space is a key component of the council’s Enterprise Space programme and is designed to serve as a hub for creative incubation, education and outreach. This aligns with the council’s vision for North Paddington, centred around creating a more inclusive, connected and vibrant community.  

North Paddington is one of several areas designated as Creative Enterprise Zone (CEZ), with the Mayor of London granting £170,000 towards fostering a vibrant creative and cultural economy in the area and opening opportunities for local people. This comes at a crucial time, as there have been significant losses of space for creatives across the capital, and in North Paddington this included Kindred Studios’ previous home, and the London Print Studio. 

The council will now begin working with Kindred Studios who will fit out the space in the coming months, with an opening anticipated later this year. Once completed the 7,500 square foot space will be equipped with around 30 - 36 affordable studios, and co-working spaces for up to 100 local creatives and businesses. Kindred Studios will soon be inviting applications from artists to express interest in the new space. Stay informed by signing up for the Westminster Business Newsletter. 

Cllr Geoff Barraclough, Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development, said:  

“Small businesses in the creative sector need space but often can’t afford market rents in central London.  

“That’s why we’re delighted to welcome Kindred Studios to manage our newly purpose-built low-cost workspace at 300 Harrow Road, located in our North Paddington Creative Enterprise Zone.   

“Kindred will run a continuous programme of networking, training, and events to transform the council’s newest enterprise space into a permanent, supportive environment for creative businesses. With our help, these small businesses will soon grow into bigger ones, generating good growth and employment for local people.” 

Angelique Schmitt, Founder and CEO, of Kindred Studios said: 

“It’s a great pleasure for us to be back in the borough, working alongside Westminster Council to deliver a hugely exciting new facility that will benefit creatives, college students, and the wider public with a transformative arts programme designed to foster connection and engagement.”