Chronicle Tower facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chronicle Tower (Lexicon Tower) |
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Location | London, EC1 United Kingdom |
| Completed | May 2016 |
| Height | |
| Roof | 115 m (377 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 36 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Skidmore Owings & Merrill |
| Developer | Mount Anvil |
The Chronicle Tower (also called Lexicon Tower) is a tall building in London, United Kingdom. It has 36 floors and is 115 meters (about 377 feet) high! This building is a home for many people, with 146 apartments inside. It was completed in May 2016.
Where is the Chronicle Tower?
The Chronicle Tower is located on City Road in London. It sits right next to the City Road Basin, which is a part of the Regent's Canal. If you want to visit, the closest underground train station is Angel. The building is also near the ""Square Mile", which is London's main financial area. It's also close to "Silicon Roundabout", an area known for technology companies.
Who Designed This Tower?
The architects who designed the Chronicle Tower are called Skidmore Owings & Merrill (SOM). They are famous for designing many other amazing buildings around the world. For example, they also designed the Willis Tower in Chicago, USA, and the incredibly tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
What's Inside?
Living in the Chronicle Tower offers some cool features for its residents. The building has its own gym, which is a great place to exercise. There's also a spa where people can relax, and a swimming pool for a refreshing dip!
Gallery
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The Chronicle Tower in September 2020.
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The Chronicle Tower and Canaletto Towers in November 2015.
