BBC Television Centre at Wood Lane appeared as the backdrop for many of the broadcaster’s most well known programmes. It is being converted into 800 homes.
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The historic building, which was the headquarters of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) between 1960 and 2013. Courtesy Purple -
It is currently being converted into 800 new homes as well as cafes and restaurants, an independent cinema, office space for up to 5,000 workers, and a private members’ club. Courtesy Purple -
The developer is hoping that a fall in the value of the pound following Britain’s referendum vote to leave the European Union earlier this year will encourage investors from the Middle East to buy. Courtesy Purple -
A first phase of 432 homes is due to be completed in 2018. Courtesy Purple -
Property developer Stanhope bought the 14-acre site for £200 million in 2012 on a 999-year lease, after the BBC decided to save money (an estimated £33m a year) by selling off most of the site and moving many of its operations to Manchester. Courtesy Purple -
The Beeb will still lease some of the studios in the newly renovated building once the work has been completed. Pictured, inside one of the apartments. Courtesy Purple -
Stanhope promises that the AHMM-designed building will include lots of other facilities including a gym, residents’ lounge with private screening room, private courtyard, gardens and a rooftop restaurant. Courtesy Purple -
Prices in the new development don’t come cheap. The ones being marketed in Dubai range from £700,000 for a one-bedroom apartment to £8m for a penthouse. Courtesy Purple -
There were seven sales at Television Centre from buyers in the GCC before the Brexit vote. Courtesy Purple -
The building is located opposite Westfield London, Europe’s largest shopping mall. Courtesy Purple -
It hosted famous shows such as Record Breakers, Blue Peter and Jim'll Fix It. Courtesy Purple
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