New London Architecture informed that in a short time the number of skyscrapers in the capital will significantly increase. This will have high impact on London’s skyline. Without doubt, this is the highest skyscrapers building growth in London’s history. While many of the planned towers are in the regeneration zones of east and south London, a lot of it will be built in Tower Hamlets. Some of the buildings are under construction such as Walkie Talkie in the City and the Canaletto on City Road. More are still waiting for the planning approval.
Which tower is the highest?
The two highest buildings on the list are the City Pride and Columbus towers, both in Tower Hamlets, with planning permission for 75 storeys. There is a strong debate what will happen with the London’s skyline and whether there is enough scrutiny of the high-rise boom. The findings of the survey might answer this question. Results would be published as part of the exhibition called London’s Growing Up, at the Building Centre, Bloomsbury.
Rosemarie MacQueen, strategic director for the built environment at Westminster City Council, said: “Dramatic changes to the London skyline are happening fast and with little debate beyond individual borough boundaries. There are mixed opinions in regards of the skyscrapers. On the contrary, many people may agree that skyscrapers are a sign of London’s vitality. Tall buildings have a London-wide impact and, as such, need a London-wide debate.” Design guru Stephen Bayley said the crop of tall buildings were monuments to “corporate greed”. One thing is for certain : skyscrapers should be properly designed to keep London’s heritage and aesthetic qualities intact.
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