Extension and restaurant for Vogue's former office

Westminster City councillors approved plans to extend Vogue's former headquarters in Mayfair by two storeys and add a restaurant on the ground floor. The planning chair, Sara Hassan, acknowledged that the plans would result in "less than substantial harm to heritage assets. " Architect Stewart Piercy highlighted that the design aims to enhance the building's facades while preserving its character. An objector from 3 Hanover Square argued that the development would dominate the existing structure and negatively impact the town space. A planning officer characterized the proposal as "well crafted" and "attractive," indicating that the additional height would not be "necessarily harmful.

" Building owners Nautilina Limited view the changes as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to develop high-quality office space. The renovation involves replacing the seventh floor and constructing a new eighth floor with a rooftop garden. The project reflects ongoing efforts to modernize historic structures while balancing conservation concerns.