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Baltimore Tower under construction 29227_029
Filename: 29227_029.jpg
Size: 4032 x 6048 (19.7MB)
Date: 10th March 2015
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Baltimore Tower under construction 29227_029
Baltimore Tower, Isle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets, London. The tower under construction in March 2015. The design has been nicknamed The Slinky. A residential skyscraper on a site occupied between 1989 and 2006 by the London Arena
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Construction Engineering Tower Urban
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial shot captures the impressive construction of Baltimore Tower in March 2015. Located on the Isle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets, London, this residential skyscraper is a remarkable addition to the city's skyline. Affectionately nicknamed "The Slinky" due to its sleek and curvaceous design, it stands as a testament to modern engineering and architectural prowess. Replacing the former London Arena site that occupied this space from 1989 to 2006, Baltimore Tower represents progress and transformation. As cranes dotting the landscape work tirelessly against a backdrop of urban sprawl, one can't help but marvel at the intricate process involved in erecting such an ambitious structure. Damian Grady's print perfectly encapsulates both the grandeur and complexity of this construction project. The image offers a unique perspective from above, showcasing every detail meticulously put into place by skilled workers. It serves as a reminder of human ingenuity and our ability to shape our surroundings. Baltimore Tower symbolizes more than just bricks and mortar; it embodies London's ever-evolving identity as a global metropolis constantly pushing boundaries. This photograph immortalizes an important chapter in the city's history—a moment when ambition soared high above ground level—leaving behind an indelible mark on both its physical landscape and collective memory.
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