A 17-storey residential tower above Archway Underground station, recognized for contemporary urban design.
At a glance
Vantage Point rises 195 feet (59 metres) above Archway station in North London, integrating housing with public transport infrastructure. The building was designed by Grid Architects and is owned and operated by Essential Living.
History
Originally conceived as Archway Tower by Oscar Garry & Partners Architects, the project was redesigned and completed under its current name. In 2017, Vantage Point received an RIBA award, affirming its place in contemporary British architecture.
What you see
The building comprises 17 storeys of residential apartments stacked above the working transport station. Its modern design responds to the functional requirements of its location while maintaining architectural distinction within the urban streetscape.
Cultural significance
Vantage Point exemplifies 21st-century thinking about mixed-use urban development, combining residential density with transit accessibility. The RIBA recognition underscores its contribution to contemporary London architecture.
Key facts
- Height: 195 feet (59 metres)
- Stories: 17
- Location: Above Archway Underground station, London Borough of Islington
- Architect: Grid Architects
- Original design: Oscar Garry & Partners Architects
- Operator: Essential Living
- RIBA Award: 2017
- Coordinates: 51.5656°N, 0.1350°W
Practical information & getting there
Vantage Point is directly accessible via Archway Underground station on the Northern Line. The building’s integration with the station makes it one of London’s most transit-connected residential addresses.
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