Research House was built during the inter-war period as commerce and industry spread out into the expanding suburbs of Metroland. In keeping with the nearby Hoover Building it was designed in the fashionable Art Deco style, creating a professional yet relaxing working environment.

It was originally occupied by the Tin Research Council, a research and development division funded by the major tin producing countries, pooling their resources in order to spearhead the latest technological advances for their product. In 1946 the original Fraser Road frontage and two sides were in-filled to provide additional accommodation with a central core and 3 storey areas.

During the 1980's the Tin Research Council found new premises with Brunel University and the building was offered for sale. At this time David Poole, present owner and landlord of Research House, was involved in the building and property development industry, but was looking to diversify into a new area. Seeing potential in developing the site as a Business Centre he purchased the building in 1986.

Conversion work followed involving the removal of laboratory benches and equipment and the initial partitioning into 25 office suites. Changing demands for office space have resulted in further alterations. There are now 80 upgraded suites, each fully cabled for the latest technology.

In keeping with its heritage, Research House has been sympathetically restored to its former Art Deco glory, with period lighting, door furniture and other fittings, complemented by a series of specially commissioned pictures lining the corridors, enhancing the building's 1930's character.