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• Level of Award:

  Award

• Region:

  Greater London

• Local Authority Area:

  Islington

• Owner:

  PARABOLA LAND LTD

• Entrant:

  DIXON JONES LTD

• Architect:

  DIXON JONES LTD

• Developer:

  PARABOLA LAND LTD

• Landscape Designer:

  DIXON JONES LTD

• Services Engineer:

  ARUP NEWCASTLE

• Structural Engineer:

  ARUP NEWCASTLE

• Contractor:

  SIR ROBERT McALPINE

• Quantity Surveyor:

  GARDINER & THEOBALD

• Inclusive Design Consultant:

  TUFFIN FERRABY TAYLOR

• Primary Use Class:

  B1 Business
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Information about this winner

A new architectural landmark offering an exciting mix of facilities, including offices, arts venue and public space. The office accommodation subsidises the building of the cultural venue, combining the commercial environment with civic involvement. Close to the largest regeneration area in London, the scheme is situated in a large residential community.  Despite its city centre location, the site enjoys water on two sides, making it a tranquil and attractive space. The three layered glass façade provides protection from the sun and street noise, as well as being a distinctive public face. The level of detailing is excellent and the overall scheme has an attractive simplicity. The scheme is quite imposing but manages to retain good engagement at street level, with pedestrians being able to see into the building.