A London property developer has announced a ground-breaking partnership with the English National Ballet.

Eco World Ballymore’s second phrase of London City Island comprises of 417 new homes and aims to be a ‘mini Manhattan’ with a 260ft red bridge to link the island to Canning Town.

The Island will also become home to the English National Ballet which, acting as a landmark for the island, will occupy unique rehearsal spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows                                                                     designed to allow passers-by to experience the ballet’s magic.

Sean Mulryan, Chairman and CEO of Ballymore Group, said the partnership demonstrated its commitment to establish London City as one of the most exciting destinations in London.

“We are honoured that the English National Ballet, a truly inspiring artistic institution, has decided to make its new permanent home there,” said Sean.

“Recognition and sales for London City Island so far have been outstanding and we are confident that this partnership will help us to create a very special sense of place; a vibrant, dynamic new neighbourhood with creative innovation at its heart.”

Glenn Howells Architects is responsible for the design of the Island, and its buildings will be based on cities such as Chicago, Tokyo and Manhattan with apartments featuring open plan living spaces.

Tan Sri Liew Kee Sin, Chairman of Eco World Ballymore, said they aimed to combine the imagination and expertise of the two companies to create “spectacular new residential destinations.”

“We are honoured that the English National Ballet, renowned for delighting audiences with world class performances of classical ballet and inspiring them with the new, has chosen to call London City Island home,” said Tan.  

“Their presence here truly resonates with our aspirations to offer unique living experiences for our customers at each and every development we undertake.”