Eastern City continues to evolve as one of London’s most dynamic and globally significant business districts. A series of recently approved developments will bring forward new workplaces, public realm improvements and sustainable design.

These developments reflect the ongoing transformation of the City, responding to changing ways of working, growing demand for high-quality office space and the importance of well-designed public environments.

Below is an overview of the key approved schemes across the Eastern City area:

68 Lombard Street

Located close to Bank, 68 Lombard Street will deliver a modern office building designed to meet the needs of contemporary businesses. The scheme places a strong emphasis on sustainability and high-quality design, contributing to the evolving character of the City’s historic core while supporting economic activity.

1 Undershaft

One of the most high-profile approved developments in the City, 1 Undershaft will introduce a new landmark building within the Eastern City skyline. Alongside commercial space, the scheme includes publicly accessible areas, reinforcing the City’s commitment to openness and shared space within a dense business environment.

https://www.stanhopeplc.com/projects/1-undershaft

99 Bishopsgate

Approved by the City of London Corporation, the 54-storey tower at 99 Bishopsgate will sit near Liverpool Street Station, strengthening the area’s position as a major transport-connected business hub. The development includes new office space alongside public realm improvements, supporting both workers and visitors to the area.

https://news.cityoflondon.gov.uk/city-corporation-approves-54-storey-tower-near-liverpool-st-station/

70 Gracechurch Street

70 Gracechurch Street will deliver new office accommodation designed to support flexible and future-focused ways of working. The scheme also incorporates public realm enhancements, contributing to a more welcoming and accessible street environment in the heart of the City.

https://www.stanhopeplc.com/projects/70-gracechurch-street

85 Gracechurch Street

Another recently approved scheme on Gracechurch Street, this development will add to the cluster of modern office buildings in Eastern City. Together with nearby projects, it reflects ongoing investment in the area as a global business destination.

https://news.cityoflondon.gov.uk/city-of-london-resolves-to-approve-two-new-office-towers/

63 St Mary Axe

Located close to the iconic Gherkin, 63 St Mary Axe will provide new office space designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind. The development contributes to the continued renewal of the eastern cluster while respecting the surrounding urban context.

https://www.fletcherpriest.com/projects/63-st-mary-axe

For Eastern City BID, these approvals form part of a wider picture of how the area is planning for growth. Over the next decade, Eastern City is expected to accommodate a larger working population. New development plays an important role in ensuring that growth is supported by exemplar, future-ready office space alongside improvements to the ground floor experience on streets, routes and public spaces. These schemes illustrate how high-quality workplaces can also support a more connected and welcoming public realm.

Eastern City BID’s public realm vision sets out a clear ambition to create greener, safer, more connected and welcoming streets and spaces. You can read it here: www.easterncity.co.uk/vision