BIG’s bold proposal for 120 Fleet Street set out to do more than deliver new workspace – it aimed to spark the street’s wider revival. By wrapping a contemporary office tower around the iconic Daily Express Building, the vision celebrated its heritage while opening up the future, with a new public arcade at its heart.
BIG’s bold proposal for 120 Fleet Street set out to do more than deliver new workspace – it aimed to spark the street’s wider revival. By wrapping a contemporary office tower around the iconic Daily Express Building, the vision celebrated its heritage while opening up the future, with a new public arcade at its heart.
BIG’s bold proposal for 120 Fleet Street set out to do more than deliver new workspace – it aimed to spark the street’s wider revival. By wrapping a contemporary office tower around the iconic Daily Express Building, the vision celebrated its heritage while opening up the future, with a new public arcade at its heart.
not just the architecture, but the story we wanted to tell about legacy and transformation. They struck the perfect balance between heritage and future, capturing the nuance of our design with visuals that were not only technically spot on, but emotionally resonant. Every CGI felt intentional, with angles chosen to express elegance, lightness and connection to place. Their storytelling elevated our proposal and played a critical role in securing planning”
Approved by City of London Planning Committee in late 2021.
500,000 sq ft of Grade-A office space plus 1,700 sq m retail now moving through construction, with public heritage access for the first time.
Revitalised public realm, with a new arcade connecting River Court, showcasing Art Deco lobby and public roof‑garden.
Revitalised public realm, with a new arcade connecting River Court, showcasing Art Deco lobby and public roof‑garden.
