216-220 Blackfriars Road, Southwark

Proposed

Secchi Smith

A sustainable development of 62 almshouses, 22,500sqm of flexible workspace and 950sqm of landscaped gardens on Blackfriars Road for Southwark Charities.

The GLA predicts 2m over 60s will live in London by 2035, the capital’s fastest growing demographic. Reimagining a traditional almshouse typology, Fathom’s innovative development creates 62 affordable residences in a vertical community - carefully planned to foster a sense of belonging – that allows older people facing hardship to stay local and live independently in a safe, supported environment.

London Tall Buildings Survey 2021

Fathom is working with Southwark Charities to create a sustainable development of 62 almshouses for local elderly residents in need, along with community uses, 22,500 sqm of flexible workspace and 950 sqm of landscaped gardens. The garden space, along with a new East-West connection across the site, makes it more permeable, visually and physically. Fathom is designed to Passivhaus standards for the residential elements, with the associated high levels of insulation and air tightness. The building represents a large increase in density, on an underdeveloped site, and secures the provision of affordable housing for the elderly in need.
Height: 88m
Number of storeys: 22

Project information

Status

Proposed

Borough

Southwark

Size

41750 sq m

Completion

2025

Location

130 Blackfriars Court, London SE1 9JU, UK

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