Permasteelisa Group’s involvement in the £300m Salisbury Square project marks a significant development in urban architecture, underscoring the project’s impact on London’s historic landscape.
- The group’s task involves designing, manufacturing, and installing façades for two pivotal buildings: the City of London law courts and the new police headquarters.
- These buildings, designed by Eric Parry Architects, are set to blend traditional architectural elements with contemporary design.
- The façades will use materials such as granite and limestone for the law courts, while the police headquarters will feature a unique steel and glass finish.
- Completion of the construction is anticipated by September 2026, with multiple international teams contributing their expertise.
In a landmark move, Permasteelisa Group has joined the prestigious Salisbury Square development in the City of London, a £300m project poised to redefine the area’s architectural landscape. The project’s significance stems from its intent to house new law courts and a police headquarters, highlighting its impact on the civic infrastructure of London.
Permasteelisa’s role is substantial, covering the design, manufacture, and installation of façades for the City’s new judicial and law enforcement edifices. The design responsibility for both the law courts and police headquarters falls to Eric Parry Architects, who envision a merger of historic and modern architectural styles.
The City of London law courts are set to feature a façade constructed with granite and limestone, materials chosen to echo the historic civic buildings of the famed ‘Square Mile’. This choice underscores a commitment to maintaining the aesthetic continuity of the area, while incorporating modern elements.
Conversely, the police headquarters will showcase a bespoke steel and glass façade, characterised by its weather-resistant properties and designed to age gracefully over time. This approach ensures that the new structure harmonises with the neighbouring brick architecture, enhancing the visual fabric of the locale.
The project is truly international in scope, with the façade for the police headquarters being crafted in Italy and the law courts’ exterior handled from Germany. The multinational nature of the development is further extended with the on-site installation, conducted by UK teams, slated to commence in the summer of 2025, aiming for a completion date in September 2026. The main contractor overseeing this ambitious venture is Mace.
Liam Cummins, the chief executive of Permasteelisa Group, expressed honour at being a part of the Salisbury Square Development, reflecting the project’s perceived importance to London’s future landscape: “There is no doubt that the Salisbury Square Development will play a leading role in the future of the City of London and we are honoured to have been entrusted to work with Mace on its construction.”
The Permasteelisa Group’s contribution to Salisbury Square epitomises the intersection of tradition and modern innovation in London’s evolving architectural narrative.
