London: Qatari Diar celebrated the opening of SEVEN, the final building at Southbank Place in central London, marking the completion of the GBP 1 billion mixed-use development delivered in partnership with Canary Wharf Group.
According to Qatar News Agency, the milestone concludes a project more than a decade in the making, which has enhanced the urban and cultural landscape of one of London's prestigious riverside destinations. The official opening was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by CEO of Qatari Diar, Sheikh Hamad bin Talal Al-Thani, and CEO of Canary Wharf Group, Shobi Khan, alongside distinguished guests.
SEVEN, positioned on London's South Bank, features a contemporary architectural design by Stanton Williams. It draws inspiration from the Royal Festival Hall and the neighboring Southbank Center, reflecting the area's cultural identity. Representing the final opportunity to purchase a new home at Southbank Place, SEVEN comprises 92 lateral apartments and penthouses. The interior architecture, designed by Albion Nord, offers apartments oriented towards the River Thames, with large balconies and full-height windows framing panoramic views of the city.
Sheikh Hamad bin Talal Al-Thani expressed delight at the launch, marking it as the culmination of a redevelopment journey spanning more than a decade. He noted that the completion of SEVEN completes the transformation of one of London's distinguished riverside destinations, reshaping a stretch of the River Thames into a vibrant community space.
Surrounding the iconic Shell Tower, Southbank Place sits on a 5.25-acre site amidst some of London's treasured institutions and attractions, including the Royal Festival Hall and the Southbank Center. The area offers direct access to Waterloo Station and is within walking distance of central landmarks, shopping districts, and cultural quarters.