Shaping a World Where Ideas Can Change Everything.
A space that inspires change. A community that helps you make it.
Welcome to Origin Cambridge.
Leading lab and workspace at the heart of Cambridge.
Where Curiosity Finds Its Home
Open. Connected. Designed for collaboration. Explore the architecture that inspires discovery.
Inside Origin
With over 390,000 sq ft, including a central atrium and flexible ground-floor incubator, Origin supports the city’s leading life sciences and human health sector by bringing together specialised lab and workspace with retail, facilities and community spaces. Located close to the University of Cambridge, Origin provides direct access to Cambridge’s research ecosystem while creating an engaging, accessible centre for discovery and community.
Making A
Difference
More than just a space, Origin creates important opportunities and contributes to Cambridge in ways that matter, forming part of its identity while standing out as something unique.
Projected long-term economic impact supporting retail and local development.
Biodiversity net gain through sustainable repurposing of existing buildings.
Roles created, from PhD researchers to entry-level talent.
Carbon savings achieved through building repurposing.
A Part Of History
Building on Cambridge’s rich heritage of research and discovery,
Origin integrates distinctive features to advance the city’s ambition,
while helping shape its future.
Empowered Community
Building a connected network of start-ups, experts and entrepreneurs driving real-world impact.
Environmental Pioneers
Advancing sustainability with +649% biodiversity gains and 18,500 tonnes of carbon savings through careful building repurposing.
Future Leaders
Generating up to 2,000 skilled roles, from advanced researchers to entry-level talent, nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.
Economic Resilience
Driving long-term value for the local economy, with £111.2M supporting retail and community development.
Inspiring Curiosity
Creating opportunities for hands-on STEM learning, community engagement and lifelong curiosity.
Origin Cambridge
Situated in the world’s strongest innovation centre, close to an unparalleled academic institution and surrounded by over 5,000 discovery-driven companies, Origin provides space for curiosity, community and discovery to thrive.
Discover how you can be a part of its story.
Explore Origin Further
Learn more about Cambridge’s new centre that unites collaboration, strengthens community and inspires the next generation of industry leaders.
