Ben Stuart proposes 'Skynest' in partnership with Webb Yates
28/06/24
At Able Partners, we’re constantly exploring bold ideas to shape the future of architecture and construction. One of our latest innovative concepts, 'Sky Nest,' is a game-changing idea from Ben Stuart that aims to solve the challenge of reused steel in mega construction projects.
Reused steel has the potential to revolutionise the way we build, but to make an impact truly, we need a significant supply of it. However, the issue arises: where would we store the thousands of pieces of steel required for an important project? This question led to the creation of 'Sky Nest'.
For the final week of the London Festival of Architecture’s ‘Reimagine London’ series, Ben challenged Harry Bocking from Webb Yates Engineers to develop a unique structural solution to this epic problem. The result: a freestanding viewing platform, the tallest in the world, built using a completely demountable tensegrity structure (yes, it’s as hard to say as it sounds!).
'Sky Nest' is designed to generate revenue through ticket sales for its breathtaking views, offsetting the costs of deconstruction, servicing, and storing reused steel from projects worldwide. Over 5-10 years, we could accumulate an inventory of materials for developers, ensuring timely access to supplies.
Planners could offer exemptions with this temporary, creative solution, allowing the tower to be an exciting, innovative addition to London’s skyline. The platform’s design is inspired by the moving slip-forming rig used on tall buildings, combining standard construction equipment with sustainable vision.
We’re thrilled to see this idea take shape and look forward to future developments!

Ben Stuart proposes 'Skynest' in partnership with Webb Yates
28/06/24
At Able Partners, we’re constantly exploring bold ideas to shape the future of architecture and construction. One of our latest innovative concepts, 'Sky Nest,' is a game-changing idea from Ben Stuart that aims to solve the challenge of reused steel in mega construction projects.
Reused steel has the potential to revolutionise the way we build, but to make an impact truly, we need a significant supply of it. However, the issue arises: where would we store the thousands of pieces of steel required for an important project? This question led to the creation of 'Sky Nest'.
For the final week of the London Festival of Architecture’s ‘Reimagine London’ series, Ben challenged Harry Bocking from Webb Yates Engineers to develop a unique structural solution to this epic problem. The result: a freestanding viewing platform, the tallest in the world, built using a completely demountable tensegrity structure (yes, it’s as hard to say as it sounds!).
'Sky Nest' is designed to generate revenue through ticket sales for its breathtaking views, offsetting the costs of deconstruction, servicing, and storing reused steel from projects worldwide. Over 5-10 years, we could accumulate an inventory of materials for developers, ensuring timely access to supplies.
Planners could offer exemptions with this temporary, creative solution, allowing the tower to be an exciting, innovative addition to London’s skyline. The platform’s design is inspired by the moving slip-forming rig used on tall buildings, combining standard construction equipment with sustainable vision.
We’re thrilled to see this idea take shape and look forward to future developments!

Ben Stuart proposes 'Skynest' in partnership with Webb Yates
28/06/24
At Able Partners, we’re constantly exploring bold ideas to shape the future of architecture and construction. One of our latest innovative concepts, 'Sky Nest,' is a game-changing idea from Ben Stuart that aims to solve the challenge of reused steel in mega construction projects.
Reused steel has the potential to revolutionise the way we build, but to make an impact truly, we need a significant supply of it. However, the issue arises: where would we store the thousands of pieces of steel required for an important project? This question led to the creation of 'Sky Nest'.
For the final week of the London Festival of Architecture’s ‘Reimagine London’ series, Ben challenged Harry Bocking from Webb Yates Engineers to develop a unique structural solution to this epic problem. The result: a freestanding viewing platform, the tallest in the world, built using a completely demountable tensegrity structure (yes, it’s as hard to say as it sounds!).
'Sky Nest' is designed to generate revenue through ticket sales for its breathtaking views, offsetting the costs of deconstruction, servicing, and storing reused steel from projects worldwide. Over 5-10 years, we could accumulate an inventory of materials for developers, ensuring timely access to supplies.
Planners could offer exemptions with this temporary, creative solution, allowing the tower to be an exciting, innovative addition to London’s skyline. The platform’s design is inspired by the moving slip-forming rig used on tall buildings, combining standard construction equipment with sustainable vision.
We’re thrilled to see this idea take shape and look forward to future developments!

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