Google's new headquarters at King's Cross, designed by Thomas Heatherwick, has faced an unusual challenge as urban foxes have colonized the building during its construction phase. Scheduled to accommodate 7,000 employees by year-end, the building boasts a significant rooftop garden. However, sightings of a 'skulk' of foxes, which have reportedly set up residence on the top floor, have prompted concerns as these animals leave behind messes. Google acknowledged the presence of the foxes but asserted their impact on construction has been minimal, though pest control experts indicate they may be preying on local rat populations.
The contractors managing the final fit out of the new Google building in King's Cross are having to deal with a 'skulk' of foxes. I'm told the foxes colonized the building in the early stages when it was still quite accessible and are now living on the top floor which is like a small park.
Fox sightings at construction sites are pretty common, and our King's Cross development is no exception. While foxes have been occasionally spotted at the site, their appearances have been brief and have had minimal impact on the ongoing construction.
There's a little hole in the garden where one lives. We've seen her all around the building - one second she's on the fifth floor, the next she's on the garden floor. No one has been able to catch her.
Pest control experts suggest the new kings of King's Cross could be living off rats. We don't live more than three meters from a rat run.
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