Phoenix Heights, also known as 4 Mastmaker Road is a residential development on the Isle of Dogs, E14. Lauded by the architects and the architectural press, Piers Gough described the development as 'humanist architecture… a raw funky collage'.
Designed by Brady Mallalieu Architects and developed by Ballymore this unique development completed in 2009.
Phoenix Heights has won various awards including 2010 RIAI award for 'Best Overseas Project'. An Evening Standard Award for 'Best New Development in the Affordable Homes Sector', Best Residential Building of the Year at the 2010 Leaf Awards and was also shortlisted for 'Best New Place to Live' at the 2009 RTPI London Planning Awards.
The development varies in height from 3 to 23 storeys the building has a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, all with modern fitted kitchens and large living areas and all furnished to a very high standard. Family sized units are located at the base of the building having direct access to rear gardens, a playground and communal courtyard areas whereas smaller sized units are located higher up in the towers enjoying views across London from roof terraces and balconies. A community space was designed as an integral part of the project and incorporates a rooftop sports pitch.
The development makes use of a local 'Combined Heat and Power' system and includes greenwalls, bird boxes, bat boxes, insect bricks and biodiversity roofs to help develop local eco-systems.
Key Facts
Developer: Ballymore
Architects: Brady Mallalieu
Nearest transport link: South Quay DLR
Rental values at Phoenix Heights
One bedroom apartments: from £350 per week
Two bedroom apartments: from £440 per week
Three bedroom apartments: from £510 per week
