5 Pancras Square

The offices are arranged around a full-height atrium that connects workspaces, public areas and leisure facilities. Generous glazing, passive ventilation and exposed structural materials reduce energy use and provide a sense of openness rarely found in public-sector buildings.

Since its completion, the building has enabled significant operational savings and cultural change within the council. Its design demonstrates that civic architecture can combine efficiency with quality — creating a transparent, welcoming hub for community life in one of London’s most dynamic districts.