Waterloo station set for huge “London Bridge style” upgrade
Waterloo station could soon receive a huge London Bridge-style upgrade, according to plans shown off by Network Rail and Lambeth council.
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Waterloo station set for huge “London Bridge style” upgrade
Waterloo station could soon receive a huge London Bridge-style upgrade, according to plans shown off by Network Rail and Lambeth council.
Another viewing tower for London – this time in Greenwich
London is about to get another viewing tower, although this time, it's the reopening of a long-closed tower in Greenwich as part of a redevelopment of the building.
Climb up Crane Park’s “Shot Tower”
A smidge over 200 years ago, a tall tower was built in the middle of what was once a very secure military-industrial site, but is today a nature reserve, and you can climb to the top of the tower for the views.
Chiswick House & Gardens to develop underused historic areas into a community hub
Chiswick House & Gardens has shown off plans to restore an overgrown 17th century walled garden into a fruit garden, and develop underused ‘back of house’ areas to create new facilities for the local community.
Public invited to give feedback on HS2’s Euston Portal headhouse design
The design of a new HS2 headhouse for the tunnels portal closest to Euston station has been unveiled for public comment and feedback.
BT Tower is to be turned into a HOTEL
The BT Tower will be open to the public again, as it has been sold for conversion into a hotel.
Printworks could reopen in 2026 after developers propose new cultural venue
The redevelopment of the Printworks building in southeast London could retain some of the space that was until last summer a cultural space for hire, and also add some new spaces to the development.
Elizabeth line nominated for top architectural award
The Elizabeth line and four stations along the line have been shortlisted for the annual RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) London Awards.
A new “Low Line” proposed between Battersea and Waterloo
The long railway viaduct running between Battersea and Waterloo could become a much more pleasant place for pedestrians, as plans are shown off to create a "low line" along the railway arches.
Former Crossrail building site earmarked for 1,500 new homes
Places for London – Transport for London’s (TfL) property company is looking for a partner to co-develop a former Crossrail building site at Canning Town for 1,500 new homes.
Croydon’s derelict water tower
Croydon, a town of modern towers has a much older tower that once was so high above the skyline that it was open to the public to climb up and see the view
Charles Holden exhibition offers a glimpse into the evolution of Senate House
One of the great "what ifs" of London's architecture is being explored at the moment, in a new exhibition about Charles Holden's plans for the University of London's Senate House.
Plans shown off to redevelop the old Museum of London
The site of the old Museum of London is set to be redeveloped into offices, and a new ground plaza will replace the roundabout after the formal planning application was submitted.
Denmark Hill station’s derelict station master’s house has been restored
A derelict former station master's house next to Denmark Hill station has been restored and could shortly open as a new cafe for the local area.
New cycling and pedestrian bridge to cross the River Lea
Plans have been put forward for a new cycling and pedestrian bridge to go over the River Lea in east London, filling a 2km gap where there are no river crossings at the moment.
Grant awarded to Alexandra Palace to help restore the building
North London's Ally Pally has been given just over £550,000 to help reopen the Palace's derelict East Wing and bring it back into use.
Revised plans shown off for London’s future tallest skyscraper
Revised plans have been shown for what will become London's tallest skyscraper, with a new 11th-floor public garden and retaining the top-floor viewing gallery.
Property development offering upgrades at Neasden tube station
A housing development next to Neasden tube station on the Jubilee line has been submitted for planning that could improve the tube station and support the construction of a new London Overground station.
Sphere and Loathing in Stratford – Mayor rejects plans for a giant glowing globe
Plans for a giant glowing Sphere in Stratford have been set back after the Mayor of London used his powers to reject the planning application.
City of London unveils its vision for 2030s skyscraper skyline
The ever changing skyline of the City of London will look very different by the end of the decade, as the City has released a vision of what the Square Mile will look like in 2030.
Plans for 2,500 new homes in Kensal Green go for planning approval
large plot of derelict industrial land in Kensal Green, west London, could see over 2,500 new homes built on it as part of a joint venture between Ballymore and Sainsburys.
Kilburn Mews railway arches to be refurbished
Places for London – the Transport for London (TfL) property company - has secured planning permission to improve 11 railway arches it manages along Kilburn Mews.
An unexpected discovery behind a Barbican sign
A large sign for the Barbican that even if you have noticed, you've probably never given a second thought to - has something quite remarkable on the back.
Controversial plans push on for massive office block above Liverpool Street station
After months of consultations, the formal planning application has been filed for a massive office block to be built above Liverpool Street station.