Nova Victoria

Nova Victoria is a prominent mixed-use development located in the heart of Westminster, London, encompassing 897,000 square feet of office and residential space, along with the popular Nova Place food court. Despite its modern amenities, it gained notoriety in 2017 by winning the Carbuncle Cup for being the 'UK's ugliest building,' with critics labeling it a 'crass assault on the senses.' The site replaced several older structures, including a Grade II listed pawnbroker, which had its facade preserved. Future expansion plans around the nearby Victoria Palace Theatre have been put on hold, making Nova Victoria a notable point of interest for both tourists and researchers exploring urban development and architectural controversies.