Canary Wharf is adding a new jewel to its crown with the launch of 8 Harbord Square, a unique residential venture by Canary Wharf Group. This latest addition comprises 82 loft-style apartments, designed for the discerning homebuyer seeking a blend of heritage, architectural grandeur, and the flexibility of modern living. This project marks a new chapter in the estate’s residential offerings, as more people are discovering the allure of new builds in London.

8 Harbord Square, standing in the heart of Wood Wharf, Canary Wharf’s dynamic 23-acre neighbourhood, mirrors the architectural majesty of Lower Manhattan’s warehouse districts while drawing inspiration from the history of the London Docklands. This one-of-a-kind blend of influences showcases the power of innovative design and pays homage to the location’s rich heritage.

The architectural masterminds behind this project, Karakusevic Carson Architects, have made it a point to prioritise homeowner autonomy. With two loft styles available, the 809 sq.ft Prospect and the 1,037 sq.ft Gramercy, all apartments feature completely open floor plans with no fixed walls. This unique setup allows residents to shape their homes according to their evolving lifestyle needs. Only the kitchen and bathroom areas are fixed, leaving the rest of the space for homeowners to exercise their creativity.

Inside, two show apartments highlight the versatile nature of these open-plan homes. One demonstrates how the space can be crafted into a two-bedroom dwelling with separate study, living, and dining areas. The second show apartment gives a peek into a one-bedroom setting, with four zones skilfully partitioned by strategic placement of practical objects. This intelligent design creates ‘soft borders’, offering seamless transitions between spaces and sufficient natural light, without sacrificing the privacy of individual zones.

Externally, the red-brick facade of 8 Harbord Square draws inspiration from Manhattan’s iconic apartment buildings. Internally, design features draw from the Docklands, with exposed interior features, large industrial-style windows, and engineered timber flooring. The result is a beautiful merger of two distinctive aesthetics that promises to redefine living in Canary Wharf.

Commenting on this unique development, Brian De’ath, Managing Director of Residential Sales at Canary Wharf Group, stated,

8 Harbord Square offers something completely different to the existing apartment buildings in Canary Wharf. It brings a new style to the Estate that encapsulates the current evolution of the estate – being surrounded by world-class amenities, incredible green and blue spaces, and vibrant restaurants and bars.

Residents of 8 Harbord Square will have direct access to Harbord Square Park and commercial spaces on the ground floor levels. They’ll also be just across The Lanes, home to a variety of shops, bars, and restaurants. Moreover, the wider Canary Wharf community offers an array of entertainment options, such as a colourful nine-hole minigolf course, the UK’s fastest electric go-karts at Capital Karts, open water swimming, and more.

Adding to the appeal of the location, Wood Wharf will soon be home to 3,600 new homes, 350,000 sq. ft. of shops and restaurants, 2 million sq. ft. of office space, a new NHS doctor’s surgery, and a two-form primary school.

Buying a new build in London, especially in an area as vibrant and amenity-rich as Canary Wharf, is more than just an investment; it’s a lifestyle choice. With prices starting from £765,000, 8 Harbord Square offers a lifestyle that blends history, contemporary living, and the unique vibrancy of the estate.

For more information visit https://residential.canarywharf.com/8-harbord-square/