On 9th September, Native Land celebrated the topping out of Arbor, an 18-storey office building and the first building to come through on our Bankside Yards project.
A landmark 1.4 m sq ft development which connects London’s South Bank with Bankside for the first time in 150 years. Marking a major milestone, the ceremony was an exciting moment in our wider vision to deliver the UK’s first fossil-fuel free major mixed-use development.
The formal topping out ceremony was hosted by contractor Multiplex, and attended by the wider project teams, including PLP Architecture, Ingleby Trice LLP, and Knight Frank, DP9, Core Five, Gardiner & Theobald, Stiff & Trevillion and AKT. Held on the 18th floor and with impressive views across the city, the event provided the perfect opportunity for Native Land and the wider teams to come together to celebrate this achievement.
Arbor is set to become a future workplace when it completes next year, totalling 230,000 sq ft and set above Bankside Yards’ 14 historic railway arches. Designed with occupier wellness in mind, Arbor offers an inspiring triple height reception, multiple six-metre-high collaboration areas and civic-scale spaces filled with light in which people can feel ambitious and forward thinking. While Bankside Yards’ energy-efficient technology will be executed on an unprecedented scale and ensure Arbor operates without the use of fossil fuels.
Arbor topping out ceremony
Arbor topping out ceremony
Speaking of the occasion, Jay Squier, Managing Director of Commercial & Mixed-Use at Native Land, said: “Bankside Yards is a new £2.5 billion city neighbourhood in the heart of London, delivering eight new buildings set around the restoration of 14 striking historic railway arches. Arbor is the first of these to top out and marks an important milestone for the project, the UK’s first major regeneration scheme with zero emissions in operation. When Arbor completes next year it will reset the standard for quality, innovation, and sustainability in the office sector.”
On completion and alongside Arbor, Bankside Yards will include 50,000 sq ft of amenities, bars, restaurants and cultural space, a 5* urban resort hotel, further office space and 3.3 acres of new public realm. The development will also deliver more than 700 apartments, including homes for private sale and rent.
Arbor topping out ceremony
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Discover works from over 160 artists, featuring renowned names like Esther Mahlangu and Mous Lamrabat at the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair at Somerset House, only 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards
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Take in iconic views of London’s skyline from Arbor at Bankside Yards. With ultra-clear, low iron glass, it maximises natural light, placing 95% of work areas within 7 metres of floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Don’t miss the delicious new doughnut flavours at one of our all-time favourite sweet treat spots, Bread Ahead Bakery in Borough Market, just 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Join exclusive winemakers Nicholas Coates & Christian Seely for a 3-course dinner, exceptional wines and a private after-hours view of the ‘Expressionists’ exhibition at Tate Modern, right next door to Bankside Yards.
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Taste the best of the British coast as well as an extensive à la carte menu at The River Restaurant by Gordon Ramsay at The Savoy, recommended by the Michellin Guide and only 20 minutes’ walk across the river from Bankside Yards.
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Enjoy warm September days at one of London’s hidden gems – the roof garden atop Queen Elizabeth Hall – only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Discover authentic Apulian flavours crafted with natural ingredients from the finest local producers in the Italian region at restaurant Pulia – next to Borough Market – only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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For the first time in a decade, watch Antony & Cleopatra – a tale of love, duty and power – at the Globe Theatre, only 5 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Internationally acclaimed 5* luxury hotel Mandarin Oriental combines meticulous design and its signature style to deliver a distinctive urban resort at Bankside Yards.
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The exceptional design of the lift lobbies at Arbor fills the space with light and frames incredible views towards Tate Modern.
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Arbor features terraces on every other floor, offering occupiers fresh air and iconic views across the London skyline.
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Experience the rich cultural heritage of Iran reimagind at Michelin recommended Berenjak in Borough Market, only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Experience the return of the engaging and playful water sculpture ‘Appearing Rooms’ by Jeppe Hein, outside Southbank Centre, only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Start your day with expertly brewed coffee at The Gentlemen Baristas, loved for its charming atmosphere and warm hospitality. Only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Take advantage of everything from world-class theatre and art to riverside strolls and iconic landmarks on London’s South Bank this bank holiday. It’s all right on your doorstep at Bankside Yards.
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A cultural and social landmark on the South Bank, Bankside Yards will include a variety of meeting places to cater
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Uncover the remarkable history and culture and take a peek behind closed doors during the Historical Highlights Tour, at the iconic Somerset House, only 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Opus will emulate the style of a traditional European apartment building. Within, residents will be greeted by a hotel-style 24-hour concierge service with porte cochère vehicle access.
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