This mixed use scheme was the first new build development to be designed and funded by Squire & Partners. The building provides residential units on second to fifth floors – including a penthouse floor with spectacular views across London from its private terrace – and offices at basement, ground and first floor level. The accommodation is organised around a top-lit central lightwell allowing natural light to permeate deep into the plan.

The principal elevation fronting onto Northdown Street is characterised by oak timber screens and crisply detailed window frames which add an element of warmth and materiality to the facade as well as providing natural ventilation. These are complimented by large full height panels of glazing set within a stone frame. The office floors feature increased glazing to maximise presence on the street and provide as much natural light as possible.

project team

northdown street

completed: 2007

Project Architect

RIBA Stage 4: Part of the architectural team responsible for developing the final proposals with the client and co-ordinating the scheme with the design team. Responsible for producing tender information.

RIBA Stage 5: Day to day running of the project: chairing all meetings, issuing construction information, approving sub-contractor’s drawings and samples. Making decisions on site and developing alternative solutions with main contractor and specialist trade sub-contractors.

my role

Architect: Squire & Partners

Interior Designer: Squire & Partners

Contractor: Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd

Services: Mecserve

Structure: Adams Kara Taylor