Key takeaways
476
tonnes carbon saving through use of circular aluminium framework
340,000
sq ft of mixed-use building
53
acre major regeneration programme, featuring homes, commercial spaces, and parks
- Part of a £3.5 billion regeneration, Dock Shed delivers 340,000 sq ft of Grade A office space with skyline views and cutting-edge design.
- One of the first projects in the UK to use XCarb steel, cutting 1,537 tonnes of embodied carbon—plus ultra-low carbon concrete and CIRCAL 75R aluminium.
- Built an educational community hub called Paper Gardens, made from 60% recycled materials.
Dubbed London’s next great place, Dock Shed is one of several landmark buildings revitalising the waterside region as part of the broader Canada Water regeneration programme. The masterplan includes the construction of 3,000 new homes, 1 million sq ft of shops, restaurants, cultural and leisure facilities, 2 million sq ft of office space, and 130 acres of surrounding parks.
With a rich history dating back to the 1600s, the London Docklands have been pivotal in global trade. After suffering extensive damage during the war, many docks were forced to close, leaving the area neglected for decades—until now.
Mace was appointed by British Land as principal contractor in October 2025, following a successful preconstruction advisory role.
Dock Shed is a 340,000 sq ft Grade A office space, comprising office, retail, and leisure facilities. With riverside and city skyline views, it is the perfect environment to nurture talent, realise ambition and maximise potential.
As pre-construction advisor, the team explored and implemented numerous carbon-reduction innovations. This included utilising materials like ultra-low carbon concrete – saving 32 tonnes of carbon – and CIRCAL 75R aluminium via HYDRO Framework Agreement, which saved 476 tonnes. It is also the first project in the UK to use XCarb steel, saving 1,537 tonnes of embodied carbon.
From concept to delivery, the development prioritises a sense of community. Partnering with local charity Global Generation, we’ve transformed what was formerly the Daily Mail’s paper storage shed into a gardening and educational centre named Paper Gardens. Shortlisted in the Buildings MacEwan 2024 awards, it is our largest social value project to date. With 60% of the building made using recycled or reused materials and labour donated by companies working on the scheme, it is true testament of what is possible through purposeful collaboration.
