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The final design for the Biota! Aquarium in Silvertown Quays, London, has been revealed by Terry Farrell & Partners.
The £90 million Biota! will now be linked to the nearby Thames Barrier Park via a Arup and Patel Taylor designed pedestrian bridge.
Designs show a translucent ETFE roof made from the same material used for the Eden Project in Cornwall and the Beijing Aquatics Centre, which allows natural daylight and ventilation.
The roof will cover various biomes that will house plants, fish, free-flying birds and other animals in the aquarium.
A planning decision on the Biota! design is expected by February 2008 from Newham Borough Council.
The £1.5 billion regeneration of Silvertown Quays was approved by Newham Borough Council in May. It will incorporate 5,000 new homes, 7,800m of office space and 5,570 sq m of bars and restaurants. It will also feature 18,925 sq m of leisure facilities.
(GK/JM)
