Key Details

Overview

Faryners House is a proposed office development in the City of London EC3.

The new building designed by Fletcher Priest Architects will provide high-quality Grade A office space. It will feature accessible terraces on most floors and state-of-the-art amenities including a comprehensive cycle hub with parking, showers, and changing facilities, promoting active commuting.

The new building will respectfully integrate with the area's rich heritage. It features a central cube structure with a terraced wing, for a visual harmony with the nearby Monument and the original piazza vision. The materials are inspired by The Monument, with a focus on recycling. The lower levels are designed to improve accessibility and connectivity with Monument Square to highlight the site's unique historical significance.

Sustainability is a core principle of Faryners House, aligning with the City of London Corporation’s Climate Action Strategy. The building aims for top sustainability certifications like BREEAM Outstanding and WELL Building Certification. It focuses on low carbon, active energy strategies, and sustainable procurement.

The development will also make public realm improvements, including a new visitor centre for The Monument, retail spaces, and a spacious reception area, all aimed at improving accessibility and the area's aesthetic appeal.

History

Faryners House was named after Thomas Farriner, the king's baker whose bakery on Pudding Lane was the starting point of the Great Fire of London in 1666. A plaque commemorates this site, installed by the Worshipful Company of Bakers in 1986.

Source: Pudding Lane in Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pudding_Lane