Sea Containers House, Mixed-use building on South Bank, London, United Kingdom
Sea Containers House is a modern mixed-use building along the Thames in South Bank that combines hotel rooms, office space, restaurants, and wellness facilities. The structure brings together different functions under one roof, creating a working and leisure environment in a single location.
The building was designed by architect Warren Platner in 1974 and opened in 1978 as office space near the City of London. Its creation marked the beginning of South Bank's transformation from an industrial area into a mixed-use modern district.
The building's design takes inspiration from 1920s ocean liners, creating a connection to the South Bank's cultural scene along the Thames. Walking through the space, you notice curved lines and the way people naturally move between the riverside path and the surrounding cultural venues.
The site is easily accessible via the Thames Path and features multiple entrances for hotel guests, restaurant visitors, and public areas. The surrounding area is walkable and well-connected to other South Bank attractions.
The building features a sophisticated energy monitoring system with high-efficiency boilers that significantly reduce its resource consumption. This makes it a notable example of energy efficiency in a structure of its size and age.
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