The High Life

Located on Shad Thames, the historic riverside street just moments from Tower Bridge, this penthouse — without wanting to sound like estate agents — enjoys some of the most extraordinary views we have ever seen in London.
A generous north-facing roof terrace offers sweeping 180-degree panoramas across the City skyline, while a slightly more intimate south-facing terrace looks out over the docks, with their distinct industrial character and iconic suspended walkways. One terrace greets the morning sun; the other is perfectly positioned for sunset.

The brief centres on quiet luxury: refined, understated spaces designed for hosting, unwinding, and fully embracing the surrounding views.

While the plans may appear deceptively simple, roof terraces are inherently complex environments that demand specialist expertise. Planning permission, building regulations, structural engineering, insulation systems, fire safety, drainage, health and safety, load-bearing capacities, wind resistance, weatherproofing, and the practicalities of access and installation must all be carefully resolved.

Finally, the planting must be exceptionally resilient — thoughtfully selected and adapted to withstand the exposed rooftop conditions, while still delivering beauty, structure, and year-round interest.