Charrington Tower facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Charrington Tower |
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Location | London, E14 United Kingdom |
| Construction started | 2013 |
| Completed | 2016 |
| Client | Ballymore |
| Height | |
| Roof | 136 m (446 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 44 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Skidmore, Owings & Merrill |
| Main contractor | Balfour Beatty |
Charrington Tower, which was first called Providence Tower, is a very tall building in London, England. It is a residential tower, meaning people live there. The tower stands 136 meters (about 446 feet) high and has 44 floors. It is located in east London, right by the River Thames, and was finished in 2016.
About Charrington Tower
Charrington Tower is part of a larger area called New Providence Wharf. This area is known for its modern buildings and great views of the city and river. The tower's height makes it one of the noticeable buildings in the Blackwall area of London.
Who Built This Tall Tower?
Many different groups worked together to create Charrington Tower. The idea for the tower came from a company called Ballymore. They are known for developing large building projects.
The design of the tower was created by a famous architecture firm called Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Architects are like artists who design buildings. They make sure buildings are safe, strong, and look good.
The actual construction, or building work, was done by Balfour Beatty. This company is a big contractor that builds many large structures.
Planning and Construction
The plan for Charrington Tower was first shared with the public in June 2012. This announcement happened in Singapore. Later that year, in September 2012, more events were held in Hong Kong and Singapore to share details about the project. Building work began in 2013 and the tower was completed in 2016.
