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Cascades EFC01_01_05_015_47249
Filename: efc01_01_05_015_47249.jpg
Size: 3786 x 2538 (2.0MB)
Date: 31st May 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Edi
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Cascades EFC01_01_05_015_47249
Cascades, Westferry Road, Isle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets, Greater London. The east elevation of Cascades, a Post-Modern tower block with a sloping profile on the Isle of Dogs.
Cascades was designed by architects CZWG and was built in 1987-88. The building consists of 20 storeys, built around a reinforced concrete frame. It is considered a key piece of work by CZWG and an important building in the London Docklands, which at the time was an important piece of town planning and industrial reclamation
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Media ID 25245680
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Architecture Blue Flats Pink Post Modern Post Modernism Apartment Block Apartment Building Block Of Flats Triangle Triangular
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the iconic Cascades tower block, located on Westferry Road in the Isle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets, Greater London. Designed by renowned architects CZWG and completed in 1987-88, Cascades stands as a remarkable example of Post-Modern architecture with its distinctive sloping profile. Rising majestically to 20 storeys, this triangular-shaped apartment building is constructed around a sturdy reinforced concrete frame. Its vibrant pink and blue hues add a touch of playfulness to the urban landscape while simultaneously capturing the essence of post-modernist design. Cascades holds great significance both for CZWG and the London Docklands area. As one of their key works, it exemplifies their innovative approach to architectural design during that era. Moreover, situated within the historic London Docklands – an important site for town planning and industrial reclamation at the time – Cascades represents an integral part of this transformative period in British history. Henning Marks skillfully captures all these elements through his lens, immortalizing Cascades' unique beauty and architectural prowess. This print serves as a testament to not only CZWG's talent but also to how buildings like Cascades have become cherished landmarks within our ever-evolving cityscape.
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