by Ann Withanee — September 7, 2011—British architecture and design practice HKR Architects (HKR) has won coveted commissions to design three high-profile projects in London: 151 City Road; 33-35 Commercial Road, Aldgate; and Telex, Fore Street, City of London, typifying the firm’s focus on large-scale international architecture
“We are pleased to announce the firm’s appointment to the three significant projects in London. These contract wins demonstrate the practice’s continuing commitment to capitalizing on the diverse opportunities that exist in London and other international markets. The high-profile projects also reinforce the strength of our brand internationally,” commented Jerry Ryan, HKR Architects CEO.
Details of the London projects are:
151 City Road
A five-star hotel consisting of 273 guest rooms and diverse facilities including a gym, spa, signature restaurant, banqueting, conference and business center, corporate lounges and panoramic bar and restaurant. The 23=story building is due for completion in 2012 and has a high fritted glass façade and louvered roof over two levels of basement measuring approximately 200,000 sq.ft.
33-35 Commercial Road, Aldgate
A student housing mixed-use development that includes: design of a 19-story zinc-clad tower, refurbishment of the existing listed buildings, and design of a new category A office development. The completed project will provide nearly 340 student rooms and is due for completion in spring 2013.
Telex, Fore Street, City of London
A 300,000 sq.ft. office development featuring green-terraced roof garden tiers stepping back from the Barbican.
The projects extend the firm’s focus on large-scale international architecture. For example, last year HKR won a contract to design a new international airport in Jordan including arrival and departure facilities, diplomatic suites, hangar and security buildings.
HKR Architects has offices in London, Dublin, Prague and Middle East.
