A glass pillar of financial precision in Canary Wharf that celebrates Pelli's signature vertical visual thrust.
Building in London.
Visitor Guide
The building is steps from the Jubilee Line; walk to the South Dock water edge for the most impressive profile of its glass curtain wall.
The Heron Quays dockside at sunset. The building's gray/green glass reflects the dock water and the glittering lights of the financial district.
Commercial office tower. Lobby access is restricted to tenants and guests. Exterior is highly visible from the Canary Wharf shopping areas.
Pelli Clarke Pelli designed this to be a lesson in proportion and textural calm, proving that luxuruy can be achieved without being loud.
30 mins
Design & Structure
Collaborated with influential employers to break workplace design barriers. The design establishes a balanced composition on a district scale.
Glass curtain wall and steel frame. The facade treatment emphasizes the nature of late 20th-century construction technology.
Engineered for high efficiency and volume per person, with floor plates that can be adapted over time to ensure future flexibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed 40 Bank Street?+
40 Bank Street was designed by César Pelli and completed in 2003. It is located in London Borough of Tower Hamlets, United Kingdom.
Where is 40 Bank Street located?+
40 Bank Street is located in London Borough of Tower Hamlets, United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 51.5025°, -0.0194°.
When was 40 Bank Street built?+
40 Bank Street was completed in 2003. It was designed by César Pelli.
Can I visit 40 Bank Street?+
40 Bank Street is a real building in London Borough of Tower Hamlets that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.