CPI EuroMix supplied the specialist dry mortar for a glorious residential development

Located in Canary Wharf where premium office space, boutique retail, restaurants and precious green areas abound, 8 Habord Square is a New York-style complex comprising 82 modern, sophisticated apartments. The architecturally outstanding building draws on the dockland area’s heritage, particularly the brick warehouses that once populated its landscape. Featuring 12 storeys with a 1,400ft² building footprint, 8 Habord Square – designed by Karakusevic Carson Architects – includes a wraparound terrace offering spectacular views of London.

A project of such stature required a bespoke mortar to bring the very best from the building’s carefully considered brickwork. CPI EuroMix was selected by contractor, Swift Brickwork, to deliver on this all-important task. 8 Habord Square contains circa 13500ft² of brickwork across its external façade and internal blockwork. Therefore, CPI’s industry expertise was called upon to design and manufacture 800 tonnes of dry mortar from its Harlow plant. To complement the brickwork’s classic aesthetic which comprised Ashbury Red Bricks and Cinder Coal Black Bricks, CPI’s Natural M4 mortar was selected.

The mortar was delivered, ready mixed and ready to install, in two silos to Canary Wharf. It was then craned into the building site. Silo storage offers several benefits for the end user. The mortar is provided with all-weather protection, ensuring it remains moisture and contamination-free. Thus, it maintains its workability, and material waste is significantly reduced. Silos also improve efficiency and minimise material handling time due to their controlled dispensing system. With bulk storage a route to reduced packaging and delivery costs, silos represent a more sustainable, fiscally-expedient way to utilise mortar to optimal effect.

Completed in December 2024, 8 Habord Square is a dream residence for those seeking a high-end living experience. With this environmentally-conscious development, green spaces offering tranquillity and escape are as accessible as stunning city vistas, bustling bars, shops and restaurants. CPI EuroMix is proud its superior dry mortars were selected to uphold the appearance and structure of the brick-built complex that reflects so well on Canary Wharf’s past, present and future.