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Take a cruise along the River Thames in London and you'll notice hundreds of sparkling glass windows oriented towards the water. Many of them belong to the recent crop of mid-rise residential developments that strategically hug the river, providing their occupants with unobstructed views and unrivalled access to one of London's great natural assets. With so little room to build, mid-century riverfront structures are increasingly giving way to contemporary and stylish residences. In a sign of the times, the fate of an office block at Sugar Quay on the north bank of the Thames was sealed when Barratt London received approval for their plans to build a 165-unit residential development on the property. With that building now under construction, London's urban character continues to evolve.
The central location of the aptly named Landmark Place affords close access to iconic destinations like the Tower Bridge and Tower of London. The project's assemblage of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses will be split between two interconnected buildings of 11 and nine storeys. Like the multiple other condominiums and apartments lining the Thames, most of the exterior is set to be covered in glazing to maximize daylight and views. To create a smooth and consistent outward appearance, balconies will be recessed.
The refined and sophisticated tone of the building, designed by Broadway Malyan, is reflected both outside and in. Carefully appointed interiors utilize monolithic wood, marble, and metal panelling as highlighting elements, while serene gardens invite residents to unwind after a hard day's work. The development's expansive amenities selection features a spa, daylight pool, gym, lounge, and cinema room.
With the project's 41-spot underground parking garage nearing structural completion, the concrete core of the tower is finally poking its head above the ground, where a riverfront restaurant will eventually be located. By the time summer 2018 rolls around, hardhat-donning construction workers should be finished the job as they hand over the reigns to key-wielding homeowners.
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