The Printworks

Planning Granted

Cityscape

Formerly Harmsworth Quays, the proposed design celebrates many of the building's original features, including the press halls, building spine and the central void, which will act as an atrium.

The centre piece of British Land’s Canada Water Masterplan, the project will re-purpose the Harmsworth Quay Printworks to provide an innovative mixed-use destination.

Embodied carbon and waste is minimised by retaining existing structure and fabric. A salvage list identifies building elements for reuse. For example, some trusses are to be upcycled into a play structure while key fittings are to be stored and re-purposed around the new proposal.

Design will be long life, loose fit and for future disassembly.

Project information

Status

Planning Granted

Borough

Southwark

Completion

2027

Location

Canada Water, London SE16, UK

Team Credits

Client

British Land