A development of three hybrid blocks, each composed of three residential typologies – mansion block, terrace and tower – at the gateway to the Greenwich Peninsula.

Knight Dragon
Greenwich, London
220 homes

“Overall we found the architect an absolute pleasure to work with. The enthusiasm they have for their architecture shines through, but also reflects the client’s vision for the project.” Robin Goodlet, Development Manager, Knight Dragon
  • 220 one, two and three bedroom apartments, 25% affordable
  • Each block arranged to address macro conditions of park and city
  • Tower elements have a lower ‘shoulder’ and a ground floor podium
  • Volume at southern corner of site set to lower datum to bring sunlight into plot
  • Towers positioned to avoid overshadowing and give the best views

Client: Knight Dragon
Structural Engineer: OCSC
Services Engineer: OCSC
Landscape: Randle Siddely

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Grid Overlay & Terraces A corner view of the intersecting blocks with a standardised grid across each of the facades.
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Grid Overlay & Terraces Testing the impact of a standardised grid size across each of the facades.
Grid and Balcony Testing the placement of balconies on corners.
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Greenwich Peninsula