Places for London partnered with Native Land in 2018 to begin planning the redevelopment of the land and buildings around South Kensington station. The partnership focuses on sensitively enhancing the historic transport hub while generating revenue to fund essential transport improvements.
The project will deliver 50 new homes, including 35% on-site affordable housing, along with new workspace and retail. A key infrastructure benefit is completing the delivery of much-needed step-free access to the Circle and District underground lines via a new entrance.
The development includes the complete restoration of the Grade II-listed station arcade, with architectural design by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners and heritage specialist Julian Harrap Architects.
This collaboration represents Places for London’s strategy of partnering with experienced developers to unlock the commercial potential of transport infrastructure while improving passenger facilities and delivering housing for London.
Native Land is a privately-owned UK property developer and investment company founded in 2003, specialising in high-quality residential and mixed-use developments primarily in central London. The company is internationally recognised for its expertise in complex urban development projects, having delivered more than 550 private apartments, 185 affordable homes, and 40,000 square feet of commercial space over its two-decade history.
Native Land has developed some of London’s most acclaimed projects, including Holland Park Villas, Burlington Gate, NEO Bankside, and Cheyne Terrace, and maintains a substantial future pipeline including Bankside Yards and partnerships with Transport for London. The company focuses on creating authentic urban homes through intelligent, sustainable solutions and sensitive design that enhances local neighbourhoods.
Partnering with Native Land we have big plans to renovate the Grade 2 listed station to provide step free access to the Tube while also delivering new homes, shops and workspace.
