Guy's Tower

Guy's Tower is a concrete and steel skyscraper located alongside Guy's Hospital on the south bank of the Thames in Southwark. The structure consists of two slender towers connected by bridge elements across multiple levels, creating a distinctive linked design.

The tower was completed in 1974 by Watkins Grey Architects as one of the world's tallest hospital buildings of its time. A major renovation in 2014 updated its appearance while maintaining its role as a key medical facility alongside the hospital.

The building expresses its era through bold geometric forms and raw concrete surfaces that define its visual character. These design choices reflect how architects of the 1970s thought about creating functional spaces for modern medicine.

The tower is best viewed from the south bank of the Thames, where its full height and connected towers are clearly visible. Access to the interior is limited to hospital operations, so visitors should arrange ahead with the facility.

During the 2014 renovation, the tower received an aluminum facade patterned to resemble folded paper, giving the structure a contemporary look. This outer layer bridges the original brutalist design with modern architectural expression.

Location: London Borough of Southwark

Architectural style: brutalism

Part of: Guy's Hospital

GPS coordinates: 51.50444,-0.08667

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:28