Bankside Power Station, Art gallery in Bankside, London, United Kingdom
The former power station features a massive turbine hall, brick facade, and central chimney alongside the River Thames south bank.
The industrial facility, designed by Giles Gilbert Scott, generated electricity from 1952 to 1981 before its transformation into an art space.
The Tate Modern occupies the building since 2000, displaying international contemporary and modern art collections across multiple floors.
The building connects to the north bank of the Thames through the Millennium Bridge, providing direct access to St Paul's Cathedral.
The underground oil tanks of the former power station now serve as performance and installation spaces for contemporary art.
Location: London Borough of Southwark
Architects: Giles Gilbert Scott
GPS coordinates: 51.50710,-0.09850
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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