Today, the area continues to push the boundaries of architecture and urban development, with sustainability and social value at the core.
Recent Highlights:
Almshouses Win Stirling Prize
London Bridge-based charity United St Saviour’s recently commissioned the Appleby Blue almshouses in Bermondsey. Designed by Witherford Watson Mann, the development won the prestigious Stirling Prize. Described as the ‘provision of pure delight,’ it reimagines the almshouses as a place of care, shelter and social connection. Congratulations!
New Buildings Open Their Doors
- TBC.London – Just under Tower Bridge, this net-zero carbon workspace and food court, designed by Stiff+Trevillion for Fore Partners, emphasises wellbeing and social value. It is also one of the first Living Wage buildings in the UK.
- London Bridge Chapter Living – The first of four buildings on St Thomas Street East, designed by KPF for Greystar, features a bright and welcoming community space and a striking façade that is already captivating photographers.
Major Construction Milestones
- Edge London Bridge – Celebrated ‘topping out’ at 26 floors. Designed by Pilbrow and Partners, it will meet occupier demand for workplaces aligned with net-zero targets and offer WELL Platinum certification.
- 110 Queen’s Walk (City Hall) – The building’s facade is dramatically being removed to make way for a new landscaped exterior, reflecting its sustainable design by Gensler for St Martin’s
- The Arch Company – Demolished a row of outdated facades on Holyrood Street in order to refurbish them and breathe new life into these long-vacant spaces along the Low Line.
New Developments Get the Green Light
Two buildings were granted planning permission by the council last week, promising more cutting-edge development around the hospital campus and supporting a renewed commitment to life sciences through SC1-London.
- Snowsfields Quarter – A life sciences research hub designed by DSDHA and Allies and Morrison for Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation, alongside Oxford Properties and Reef.
- St Thomas’ Yard – Combining modern construction with a refurbished Georgian terrace, this project could provide affordable workspace for science and research. It has been designed by Orms for GPE with a retrofit and reuse-led approach
A Vision to Reality
Team London Bridge works closely with developers and Southwark Council to bring the London Bridge Plan to life, creating a thriving, resilient district that values both people and the planet. With so many exciting projects underway, the future of London Bridge looks brighter than ever.
Find out more about how we work with developers here.