Hines has obtained a resolution to grant planning consent from Southwark Council for a new office and residential development at 18 Blackfriars Road in London, UK.
This project, in collaboration with Foster + Partners and Lipton Rogers, is set to transform a long-dormant two-acre brownfield site.
Hines UK senior managing director and country head Ross Blair said: 鈥淥ur plans will transform an undeveloped piece of land, most of which has lain empty for over 20 years, into much needed new homes and first-class, sustainable and tech-enabled offices, built around a central hub which we hope will become a brand-new convening space for the local community.鈥�
The project will provide affordable housing, free workspace for local businesses and entrepreneurs, and a cultural hub to enrich the local area.聽聽
Two residential towers will offer more than 400 new homes, with 40% classified as affordable, and a third building will provide 800,000ft虏聽of office space.聽聽
The office building will have bustles that ensure natural light penetration and outdoor terraces on every third floor.
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By GlobalDataThis development will feature 20,000ft虏 of affordable workspace, assembly rooms, educational spaces linked to local institutions, and children’s play areas.
It will also have a central public space with retail and food outlets.
The 18 Blackfriars Road development is being designed to operate without fossil fuels, relying entirely on electricity and aiming for net-zero carbon status.
Ground-source heat pumps will meet 95% of the site’s heating needs.
It intends to become the first high-rise scheme in the UK to achieve the WELL Community Gold Standard, prioritising the well-being of its residents and users.
This project also aims to increase local biodiversity by 150%, including the planting of nearly 100 new trees.
The location is close to cultural landmarks and the River Thames and offers transport links.
Last month, Hines initiated construction on the redevelopment of South Temple Tower in Utah, US.
