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by Jonathan Bell (Contribution by), James Reid (Photographer)
40 Leadenhall Street is London's newest architectural landmark. Spanning 900,000 square metres and accommodating up to 10,000 people, it is one of the biggest schemes to ever receive planning permission in the City of London.
This beautifully illustrated book features more than 150 images by renowned architectural photography James Reid, who has recorded every aspect of the site's development over the past five years, documenting the ambitious project from concept to completion. Accompanying Reid's photography, writer Jonathan Bell tells the story of this extraordinary new building from the perspectives of the planners, developers, architects, engineers and artisans at the heart of its creation. From its light-filled, triple-height entrance lobby, to its central square with indoor tree canopy, to its striking 34-storey tower, 40 Leadenhall Street's design responds to its surrounding context while making its own confident statement within the City's famous skyline, as this book chronicles and celebrates.Author Biography
James Reid is an Edinburgh-based visual artist who uses a range of photographic media along with printing, drawing and airbrush techniques to produce traditional and experimental works around the world. His art practice is founded on the natural and built environment, and has evolved to include the capturing of large-scale architecture and structures. Past books include 70 St Mary Axe (Artifice Press, 2020).
Jonathan Bell is a London-based writer who specialises in architecture and transport design. His recent books include 21st Century House and The New Modern House. He is a regular contributor to many international lifestyle and design magazines, including Wallpaper* magazine.
Number of Pages: 352
Publication Date: April 08, 2025
