Blackfriars Circus

Built

TIm Crocker

5 urban buildings ranging from 5 to 28 stories forming a carefully composed block which respects and repairs the city fabric.

NEW LONDON AWARDS 2020

Shortlisted in the HOUSING category
Blackfriars Circus composed of five urban buildings ranging from 5 to 28 stories forms a carefully composed block, which respects and repairs the city fabric.

336 tenure blind homes are occupied including 56 social rented homes for Southwark Council, shared ownership and private homes. New public spaces are created with the block. A square with café, seating, trees and a fountain links Blackfriars Road to Library Street. A yard is connected to the square which is lined on all sides by small workspaces. The yard will accomindate up to 22 businesses, activating the public realm.

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Project information

Status

Built

Borough

Southwark

Size

40000 sq m

Completion

May 2019

Location

75 Blackfriars Rd, South Bank, London SE1 8JZ, UK