Embankment Place has been Grade II listed, recognising its special architectural and historic significance and its place as one of Sir Terry Farrell’s most important works.

Completed in 1990, Embankment Place was a pioneering air-rights development that demonstrated how architecture, engineering and urban design could unlock the potential of one of London’s most complex transport sites. Built above Charing Cross Station, it combined a major new workplace with improved connections between the station, the River Thames and the wider city.

Today, the project can be seen as an early and influential example of what we now describe as transport-oriented development: integrating infrastructure, employment, public realm and connectivity to create lasting value for both city and community.

The building embodies Sir Terry Farrell’s belief that successful development should do more than deliver commercial space. It should strengthen the places around it, improve how people move through the city and contribute positively to the public realm.

Its Grade II listing recognises not only its architectural ambition and engineering innovation, but also the enduring relevance of these ideas. As cities continue to grow and evolve, the challenge is not whether change happens, but how we ensure investment, adaptation and stewardship work together to create places that remain successful for generations.

As Embankment Place enters its next chapter, we are delighted to see its significance formally recognised and look forward to seeing it continue to evolve as a landmark workplace, transport hub and piece of city-making.