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An image of the 40 Leadenhall development taken from one of Time- Lapse Systems cameras.

News 40 Leadenhall Time-Lapse

21 October 2024 Holly Eckersley

The 40 Leadenhall development in London, is often referred to as the ‘Gotham City’ project. This development is designed to provide modern office spaces and contribute to the ongoing transformation of the City’s skyline. The project was conceived as part of the wider effort to accommodate the increasing demand for high-quality office space in London’s financial district. We were asked to provide five our above Ultra HD time-lapse camera systems to document all construction work on this exciting project.

We captured the demolition of existing buildings on the site, the complete build of this 900,000 sq. ft space from a number of different vantage points, as-well as the capture of the internal fit-out. It comprises two interlocking towers that reach a maximum height of 155 meters (approximately 510 feet), providing 34 storeys of office space. This building also boasts a 200 seat auditorium, a number of retail spaces, 17 outdoor green spaces and terraces, a clubhouse, fitness studio and cinema room.

An image of the 40 Leadenhall development taken from one of Time- Lapse Systems cameras.

The development achieves high sustainability standards, with a focus on energy efficiency and resource conservation, minimising environmental impact. The towers are designed to step back as they rise, reducing their visual impact at street level and creating terraces that offer views of the surrounding city. These terraces are also intended to provide outdoor space for office tenants, which is increasingly seen as a desirable feature in urban office developments.

The architectural design for 40 Leadenhall was created by Make Architects, a London-based architectural practice. Their approach was to create a building that blends into the surrounding skyline while offering a distinctive identity. One of the primary goals of the design was to create flexible office space that can adapt to the changing needs of businesses over time. The floors are open-plan and designed to be highly adaptable, allowing tenants to customise their office spaces according to their operational needs.

An image of 40 Leadenhall whilst under construction- taken from one of Time-Lapse Systems' cameras.

Sustainability has been a key focus in the development of 40 Leadenhall. The building is targeting BREEAM “Excellent” certification, a leading sustainability assessment method for buildings. This reflects the project’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and ensuring that it operates efficiently over its lifecycle.

Energy efficiency measures include high-performance glazing to reduce heat loss, energy-efficient lighting systems, and the use of renewable energy sources where possible. The design also incorporates features to reduce water consumption, such as rainwater harvesting systems and efficient plumbing fixtures. In addition to these technical measures, the terraces and green spaces contribute to the environmental goals of the project by providing areas of biodiversity within the urban environment.

40 Leadenhall’s prime location, architectural design, and environmental credentials make it a notable development that is expected to contribute significantly to the City’s ongoing transformation. As the project nears completion, it will likely become a prominent address for businesses seeking high-quality office space in one of the world’s leading financial centres. We are proud to have been chosen to document such an exciting construction project in our capital city.

An image of the 40 Leadenhall development project during construction- taken from one of Time-Lapse Systems' cameras.

Why use Time-Lapse Systems in London?

At Time-Lapse Systems we work extensively in the city of London capturing projects for The Royal Albert Hall and Wimbledon. We work for high-profile developers such as Mace, Lodha Group and the Berkeley Group to name only a few. Our team has installed time-lapse systems across the city. Including in Westminster, Kensington, Leicester Square, the Square Mile, Piccadilly, Oxford Street, Battersea, Mayfair and more. We have also worked in various locations in Greater London, including Hammersmith, Barking, and Harrow.

We are the UK’s leading professional provider of time-lapse photography and we build each system to the individual specifications of the project. We never, ever, use inferior ‘off the shelf’ or third-party software or hardware and have our own in-house team of developers. This allows us to have full control over our systems, and its continued customisation and development, ensuring that we can fully guarantee that our work is always to the highest of standards.

Our team also includes dedicated experts in numerous specialisms, such as media production, software development, engineering, and post production. Health and safety is of paramount importance to us and we have membership of four SIPPS accreditation bodies as well as all engineers having IPAF, PASMA, CSCS etc.

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