The striking 34-storey tower design responds to its surrounding context and recalls the classic early 20th century American skyscrapers. Stepped blocks terrace down from the City cluster towards the Thames and Tower of London, step back on Leadenhall Street to respect the ceremonial route to St. Paul’s Cathedral and wrap around and integrate the Grade II-listed 19–21 Billiter Street.
A wide variety of floorplates cater to different office tenants, and a powerful double-height entrance lobby creates an impressive welcoming arrival experience. The design combines extensive amenity and social spaces for building users and the public, heritage assets, and a rational approach to produce a timeless and elegant addition to the City.
Partner Cara Bamford said: “We are delighted that 40 Leadenhall has been recognised by the BCO judges as we believe it sets a new benchmark for workspaces of the future. We’d like to thank the whole team with special mentions for M&G, Nuveen and Mace.”
The BCO judges noted: “Overall, the scheme stood out in a highly competitive category, with the amenity provisions pushing it to the next level.”
40 Leadenhall’s success builds on the recent recognition for Eden in Salford, which also won Best Commercial Workplace and the inaugural Environment, Social & Governance (ESG Award) at the BCO Regional Northern Awards. Both buildings will now go on to compete for the National Awards in October.
