Designing in neighbourliness in high-end, high density, apartment blocks
Embassy Gardens is a central to the redevelopment of Nine Elms and forms the backdrop to the new US Embassy. The blocks are arranged around raised courtyards with varying building masses, designed to maximize views, daylight, and amenity space. The use of contrasting brick cladding creates a strong piece of urban architecture, while allowing a sense of identity and a residential scale for each individual block.
Active retail and commercial frontages at ground level connect Embassy Square, the linear park and the river frontage with a network of streets and a central square. Designed as a cohesive group, these masonry clad buildings draw inspiration from 19th Century American high-rise buildings and London’s classic mansion blocks.
Yes, Ambassador
Our designs began with a series of aspirations to create an enjoyable, memorable, and inspirational area to live.
The development includes 314 apartments arranged around raised courtyard gardens, public spaces, roof gardens and private terraces. Amidst the high-density blocks, there is ample space for people.
The different heights of the blocks prevent overlooking between apartments, while a variety of brick finishes bring character and a sense of place to the streetscape. It also includes a new major green space connecting Vauxhall and Battersea Park.