Luxury Briefing meet Nicholas Gray and PLP Founder Lee Polisano
‘It’s a new piece of the city that we are creating’
Developed by Native Land and masterplanned by PLP Architecture, Bankside Yards is set to become a vibrant cultural hub and the UK’s first major fossil-fuel-free, mixed-use development. Located on London’s South Bank, this 1.4 million-square-foot project launched its 19-storey office building, Arbor, in 2023, with the luxury residential tower, Opus, to follow in early 2025.
When it comes to net zero, how can Bankside Yards shape the next generation of mixed-use developments?
In what ways will Opus bring a new level of luxury living to the South Bank?
These are just some of the questions Director Nicholas Gray and PLP Architecture Founder Lee Polisano discussed with Luxury Briefing.
“One of the most exciting regeneration schemes to hit the UK in years, we see this as an opportunity to transform this disconnected area of London,” Nicholas Gray shared.
Native Land is breaking new ground with Bankside Yards, focusing on advanced sustainability and wellbeing offerings, reflecting what tenants and residents are looking for, and redefining the meaning of ‘prime’ for offices and high-end homes alike.
Bankside Yards will create a fifth-generation energy-saving network, the first of its kind in the UK:
‘Arbor — an ESG-focused workspace building, and Opus — a prime residential building, will enjoy the benefits of the energy-sharing network from the outset, and the benefits will be enhanced as each new building is completed and added to the network.’
Read more via Luxury Briefing: Nicholas Gray and Lee Polisano, Bankside Yards: ‘It’s a new piece of the city that we are creating’ – Luxury Briefing (luxury-briefing.com)
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14 beautifully restored railway arches will sit in the centre of Bankside Yards, reopening the cultural walkway along the South Bank. Featuring an array of restaurants, shops and leisure amenities they will redefine life on the banks of the River Thames.
To find out more about Bankside Yards, please visit the link in our bio.
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14 beautifully restored railway arches will sit in the centre of Bankside Yards, reopening the cultural walkway along the South Bank. Featuring an array of restaurants, shops and leisure amenities they will redefine life on the banks of the River Thames.
To find out more about Bankside Yards, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
#primecentrallondon #riversideliving
#londonlifestyle #banksideyards
Dine at La Gamba, where Spanish-inspired tapas and seasonal British produce come together in a relaxed riverside setting overlooking the Thames, only 15 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
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Dine at La Gamba, where Spanish-inspired tapas and seasonal British produce come together in a relaxed riverside setting overlooking the Thames, only 15 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@lagamba.london
#eatout #londonfoodguide #londonontheinside #londonrestaurant
The Opus apartments and premium penthouses will be finished to exceptional standards. A neutral colour palette and the use of high quality, natural materials will create a calming atmosphere.
To book an appointment at the Opus Sales Gallery and to find out more, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
The Opus apartments and premium penthouses will be finished to exceptional standards. A neutral colour palette and the use of high quality, natural materials will create a calming atmosphere.
To book an appointment at the Opus Sales Gallery and to find out more, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Big spaces inspire big thinking. Level 11 at Arbor is a future focused workspace, defined by impeccable design and meticulous attention to detail.
It has been fitted out to offer 13,777 sq ft of diverse and flexible workspace that promotes productivity.
Find out more about Arbor at Bankside
Yards via the link in our bio.
@plparchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
#banksideyards #architecture #sustainability
#workspace #londonoffice
Big spaces inspire big thinking. Level 11 at Arbor is a future focused workspace, defined by impeccable design and meticulous attention to detail.
It has been fitted out to offer 13,777 sq ft of diverse and flexible workspace that promotes productivity.
Find out more about Arbor at Bankside
Yards via the link in our bio.
@plparchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
#banksideyards #architecture #sustainability
#workspace #londonoffice
Experience a more refined coffee ritual. Only 5 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards, Scenery in Southwark, pairs on-site roasting with seasonal single origins and considered hospitality.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
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Experience a more refined coffee ritual. Only 5 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards, Scenery in Southwark, pairs on-site roasting with seasonal single origins and considered hospitality.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@scenerycoffeeroasters
#scenerycoffee #specialtycoffee #thisislondon #londonweekend
ANDY EARL × Bankside Yards
An exclusive exhibition of portraits, landscapes and music photography by Andy Earl at Native Land’s Bankside Yards – London’s newest cultural destination. Experience it for yourself.
Now open
12 -7pm
Wednesday - Sunday
Arch10
Bankside Yards
250 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 9AX
ANDY EARL × Bankside Yards
An exclusive exhibition of portraits, landscapes and music photography by Andy Earl at Native Land’s Bankside Yards – London’s newest cultural destination. Experience it for yourself.
Now open
12 -7pm
Wednesday - Sunday
Arch10
Bankside Yards
250 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 9AX
A beautiful spring evening shot of the views from Opus, the 50-storey icon that
will redefine living on the South Bank of
the River Thames.
To book an appointment at the Opus
Sales Gallery and to find out more,
please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
A beautiful spring evening shot of the views from Opus, the 50-storey icon that
will redefine living on the South Bank of
the River Thames.
To book an appointment at the Opus
Sales Gallery and to find out more,
please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Opening today!
ANDY EARL × Bankside Yards
An exclusive exhibition of portraits, landscapes and music photography by Andy Earl at Native Land’s Bankside Yards – London’s newest cultural destination. Experience it for yourself.
8 May 2026
Arch10
Bankside Yards
250 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 9AX
Opening today!
ANDY EARL × Bankside Yards
An exclusive exhibition of portraits, landscapes and music photography by Andy Earl at Native Land’s Bankside Yards – London’s newest cultural destination. Experience it for yourself.
8 May 2026
Arch10
Bankside Yards
250 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 9AX
Opening today!
ANDY EARL × Bankside Yards
An exclusive exhibition of portraits, landscapes and music photography by Andy Earl at Native Land’s Bankside Yards – London’s newest cultural destination. Experience it for yourself.
8 May 2026
Arch10
Bankside Yards
250 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 9AX
Opening today!
ANDY EARL × Bankside Yards
An exclusive exhibition of portraits, landscapes and music photography by Andy Earl at Native Land’s Bankside Yards – London’s newest cultural destination. Experience it for yourself.
8 May 2026
Arch10
Bankside Yards
250 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 9AX
At Opus, the arrival and departure experience will always be seamless. With two entrances and hotel-style concierge service. The southern entrance and drop-off lobby will provide a convenient and impressive entry point, with access to the automated multi-parking stacker system in The Car Vault.
To book an appointment at the Opus Sales Gallery and to find out more, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
At Opus, the arrival and departure experience will always be seamless. With two entrances and hotel-style concierge service. The southern entrance and drop-off lobby will provide a convenient and impressive entry point, with access to the automated multi-parking stacker system in The Car Vault.
To book an appointment at the Opus Sales Gallery and to find out more, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Dine at Tavolino – an Italian restaurant and Aperitivo bar just 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards – with seasonal Italian dishes and refined cocktails served on the expansive terrace with sweeping views of the River Thames
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@tavolinokitchen
#eatout #londonfoodguide #londonontheinside #londonrestaurant
Dine at Tavolino – an Italian restaurant and Aperitivo bar just 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards – with seasonal Italian dishes and refined cocktails served on the expansive terrace with sweeping views of the River Thames
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@tavolinokitchen
#eatout #londonfoodguide #londonontheinside #londonrestaurant
The gymnasium at Opus will feature state-of-the-art equipment. With everything needed for a high-performance workout, strength and cardio training or even group fitness sessions.
To book an appointment at the Opus
Sales Gallery and to find out more,
please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
The gymnasium at Opus will feature state-of-the-art equipment. With everything needed for a high-performance workout, strength and cardio training or even group fitness sessions.
To book an appointment at the Opus
Sales Gallery and to find out more,
please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon