South Bank Tower, Residential skyscraper in South Bank, London, United Kingdom
South Bank Tower rises 150.4 meters into the London skyline with 41 floors of residential units, offices, and retail spaces along the River Thames.
The structure, initially completed in 1972 as King's Reach Tower at 108 meters, underwent extensive renovation and height increase to 150.4 meters in 2015.
The tower marks the transformation of London's publishing district, as it previously served as headquarters for IPC Media, one of Europe's largest publishing companies.
Located at 55 Upper Ground in London SE1, the building provides direct access to transportation networks and stands within walking distance to major cultural institutions.
The building's renovation included adding 11 new floors to the existing structure while maintaining continuous occupation in the lower levels throughout construction.
Location: London Borough of Southwark
Inception: 2015
Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox
Website: http://southbanktower.com
GPS coordinates: 51.50742,-0.10764
Latest update: May 12, 2025 12:25
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