Designed by HTA for Canary Wharf Group, 3 & 15 West Lane contributes to the growing buzz and evolving character of the Wood Wharf neighbourhood. These two new buildings deliver a dynamic aparthotel, offering flexible accommodation alongside ground-floor commercial space, located in ‘The Lanes’ car-free public realm.
A defining success of the project lies in its clay brick facade, which reflects and re-instates the lost character of historic docklands warehouses, grounding the development in Canary Wharf’s industrial heritage. This historical narrative, shaped by detailed studies of nearby Victorian wharfs and the robust industrial aesthetic of New York warehouse typography, informed our facade development, emphasising a balance of aesthetics with functionality.
“The quality of brickwork, carefully blended palettes, deep window reveals and considered use of glazed bricks and contrasting mortar colours were particularly commended. Overall, the development was recognised for its successful combination of traditional architectural influences, excellent craftsmanship and a confident contemporary identity." – Judges comments
