Brief: Create social value during project refurbishment.

Extended building works in central London cause significant disruption to local people and businesses as well as closing the site off from use for years.

BOXVIEW is an enclosed temporary viewing platform that sits on top of the tower for the duration of the construction period which is accessed via large dedicated lifts.

The temporary, demountable construction provides an exciting visitor experience, giving people views across London that has not been seen before as well.

During the experience the box slides out, cantilevering beyond the edge of the building, creating an exhilarating experience.

This ‘meanwhile’ use creates the opportunity, for school children, local residents, and everyone to see into the construction process, understand the changes happening to their community and be part of the project.