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07-07-2025
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Design released for new Staunton water tower
STAUNTON – Staunton's new water tower has an approved art design. 'There is something rising up on the horizon on the east side of town, in case you hadn't noticed,' City Engineer Lyle Hartt told Staunton City Council. 'That is the elevated water storage tank. Actually, what you see is the concrete pedestal for that.' More: Staunton Crossing water infrastructure gets $9 million investment from state The composite style tank is divided into two parts; the concrete pedestal and the steel storage tank. The tower returned to Staunton City Council on June 26 because the Staunton Economic Development Authority approved a design to be painted on the steel water tank. 'The steel panels will be constructed on the ground, kind of around the base, then it will be hoisted up into the air,' Hartt said. 'From the base to the top is roughly 240 feet. It's a very tall tank. In addition to that, it's on a hill, so it's going to be very visible.' The diameter of the upper tank is 70 feet, giving ample canvas space for a design. More: A large structure is being built near I-81 in Staunton. What exactly is it? 'Since this is obviously such a great opportunity for us to display growth and the city's heritage, we thought 'What can we do to enhance that visibility?'' Hartt said. 'We've been working with a local graphic designer, Queen City Creative.' The design shows the city's downtown skyline with Blue Ridge Mountains visible in the background. It says 'STAUNTON' across the top. The design would then repeat three times going around the circumference of the water tower, making it visible from multiple sides. Councilmember Park asked if there were plans to get more community feedback on the design before moving forward, saying it would be 'a great opportunity to bring people into the fold.' Councilmember Adam Campbell agreed, with both saying that they liked the design but thought there would be more community feedback before moving forward. Complications with the state needing to sign off on the design and the speed of the project meant the design was fast tracked. The Staunton Economic Development Authority approved the design earlier on June 26. 'Thank you all for your work on this. It's going to be exciting to finally see it up in the air,' Mayor Michele Edwards told Hartt and the rest of the staff. The water tower will hold a million gallons of water and is expected to be complete by summer 2026. The project was primarily funded through a $9 million Virginia Business Ready Sites Program grant from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership. The program included the tower, 2,400 linear feet of tank access roads and water supply lines and 6,100 linear feet of water lines throughout Staunton Crossing. The tower, located in Staunton Crossing, will be there to provide water to the businesses expected to move into the area. 'While integrated into Staunton's overall water infrastructure, the tank is primarily to support future business development in Staunton Crossing as well as provide additional water storage in the eastern portion of the city for improved fire flow and resiliency,' reads the agenda packet. More: Staunton City Council approves over 100 new home lots in two developments More: Live updates: House passes Trump's mega bill, securing a big win for the GOP agenda Lyra Bordelon (she/her) is the public transparency and justice reporter at The News Leader. Do you have a story tip or feedback? It's welcome through email to lbordelon@ Subscribe to us at This article originally appeared on Staunton News Leader: Design released for new Staunton water tower
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01-06-2025
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Converted Shooters Hill water tower with 360° views on sale for £1.5million
A former Victorian water tower on Shooters Hill, now converted into a nine-storey family home, is on the market with a guide price of £1,500,000. Located on Edith Cavell Way in SE18, the property is being marketed by Tanya Baker & Co and features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two reception rooms. The estate agent describes the property as "a truly remarkable family home" and highlights the "360° panoramic views from the top floor observation deck". Shooters Hill landmark offers 360° views and industrial charm in SE18 (Image: Tanya Baker & Co/ Zoopla) Originally built in the 1890s to serve the nearby Brook Fever Hospital, the water tower stands at around 40 metres, or approximately 130 feet. According to the estate agent, the building has been "painstakingly transformed into an extraordinary residence" while preserving its original Victorian charm. The brickwork has been cleaned and damaged terracotta mouldings have been rebuilt. £1.5m Shooters Hill home blends Victorian structure with modern design (Image: Tanya Baker & Co/ Zoopla) Arrow-slit windows remain a feature, and a hydraulic lift provides access to all floors, including the observation deck at the top. The estate agent says the tower was once topped with a lead-lined cast-iron tank, but this has been replaced by a glass viewing deck. The deck features a glass-walled sitting room and a wraparound balcony, which the agent says offers "breathtaking 360-degree views of London". Converted water tower features glass pavilion, lift, and wraparound balcony (Image: Tanya Baker & Co/ Zoopla) The property's layout includes a room on each of the tower's seven floors, allowing for flexible use. The current arrangement, as described by the estate agent, places bedrooms on the third, fourth, and sixth floors, with a bathroom on the fifth, a kitchen on the seventh, and a boiler room on the eighth. The top floor is dedicated to the observation deck. Glass bridge links light-filled pavilion to quirky nine-floor tower (Image: Tanya Baker & Co/ Zoopla) The agent notes that the room-stacking design is "reminiscent of the tower's industrial past" and adds to the "quirky and unique character" of the home. At the base of the tower is a two-storey pavilion constructed from glass and steel. The pavilion's ground floor has an open-plan layout, with a kitchen and a living/dining space that is described as "light-filled". Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms—one with a four-piece ensuite bathroom—a separate shower room, and a utility room. Converted tower home features five bedrooms across multiple levels (Image: Tanya Baker & Co/ Zoopla) A covered bridge connects the pavilion to the main tower, creating what the estate agent calls a "remarkable transition between the old and the new". Gated parking is available at the rear of the property, leading onto landscaped gardens that wrap around the building. The estate agent says the home "looks out over Woolwich Common and as a result, feels almost rural", despite its urban location. Transport links are described by the agent as "very well connected", with the DLR from Woolwich Arsenal providing access to Canary Wharf and Bank. The new Elizabeth Line from Woolwich offers routes to Liverpool Street, Paddington, and Bond Street. The area's position between Greenwich, Woolwich, and Blackheath means there are independent shops and various places to eat nearby. The property has attracted media attention and, according to the estate agent, has been featured in TV shows and publications such as The Architects Journal, Building Design, The Evening Standard, Time Out, and The Times. The estate agent describes the home as "a left-field choice" and suggests that a "head for heights" is needed to enjoy the observation deck. The property is offered as a freehold, with an EPC rating of D. Interested parties are invited to arrange a private viewing through Tanya Baker & Co.
