Trinity Buoy Wharf
An urban transformation project.
John Burton, Reimagine’s Property Director, played a pivotal role in the transformation of Trinity Buoy Wharf over a span of 25 years, from securing the project through a competition to establishing and managing its development. Originally a buoy manufactory operated by Trinity House, and home to London’s only lighthouse, the site was acquired by the London Docklands Development Corporation in 1988. In 1998, Urban Space Management won the competition to transform it into a cultural hub.
Over the course of 25 years, Trinity Buoy Wharf evolved into a thriving centre for creativity, offering 106,000 sq. ft. (9,850 sq. m) of lettable space, with approximately 100 tenants and around 770 people working on site.
The site blends historic architecture with innovative new structures, including shipping container buildings that house a range of workspaces, educational facilities, live/work units, and event spaces - all of which are publicly accessible. Key tenants include Thames Clippers (with a pier), the Kings Foundation (an art foundation school), English National Opera (prop making), and The Faraday School, alongside many smaller creative individuals and organisations. Additionally, Longplayer, a thousand-year-long sound installation, is housed in the iconic lighthouse.
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