Civic Centre, Grade II listed building in Plymouth, United Kingdom
The Civic Centre is a modernist tower with 14 floors situated along Armada Way, linking major public spaces throughout the city center. It is being converted into 144 residential units alongside shops, offices, cafes, restaurants, an art gallery, and a fitness facility.
Completed in 1962 during the city's post-war rebuilding, it served as Plymouth City Council headquarters until 2014. The modernist design was meant to signal the community's move away from wartime damage and toward a fresh future.
The building shows how the city embraced modern design and progress during the 1960s as a way to move forward. It stands as a visible reminder of how post-war communities rebuilt themselves through architecture and new public spaces.
The site is centrally located and easy to reach on foot, positioned along one of the main thoroughfares in the city center. The ongoing redevelopment will improve access to the building and surroundings while creating more public-facing spaces and amenities.
A planned rooftop terrace will open to the public for only about a dozen days each year, offering sweeping views across the city. This limited access makes the rooftop experience unusual and gives visitors a rare chance to see the city from above.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
