Pennybank Chambers

Alan Williams

Pennybank Chambers, was originally built in 1879, Emrys have refurbished the facade and the internals to enhance office spaces. A new curved zinc clad extension at the roof level expands provision.

NEW LONDON AWARDS 2021

Shortlisted in the WORKING category
Pennybank Chambers, was originally built in 1879 by the National Penny Bank. Its historic uses include artist's dwellings and clockmakers, which inspired Emrys’ design. Brickwork, reveals and pedimented stucco work at parapet level has been restored, sandblasted and repaired – with new paint for the street frontage.

1340 sq.m of high-quality office floor space is now available following the extension and renovations. Internal qualities are heightened, the experience of the working environment. Solid masonry previously hidden, have been exposed and celebrated.

Project information

Status

Built

Borough

Islington

Size

1340 sq m

Estimated completion

December 2020

Location

33 St John's Square, London EC1M 4DS, UK