Heritage groups disappointed as AHMM scheme to revamp Islington landmark approved

By Tom Lowe2022-09-07T06:00:00

AHMM's plans for the redevelopment of Angel Square, seen from St John Street

Architect’s makeover for postmodern Angel Square will add more storeys to 1990s block

Plans by AHMM to radically rework a postmodern landmark in Islington, north London have been given the green light.

Local councillors voted to approve the transformation of the early 90s Angel Square development, which was designed by Rock Townsend Architects, despite protests from heritage groups.

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