Yinka Ilori designs Canary Wharf’s first ever basketball court

Yinka Ilori designs Canary Wharf's first ever basketball court which is set to transform Bank Street Park. Unique to the Estate, the space will exert a mesmerising display of colours and striking patterns when it launches free to the public later in May. The basketball court is the first of its kind to open at Canary Wharf and has been specifically designed for the 3×3 style of play, where three on each side compete using just one basketball hoop. The creative works add to Canary Wharf’s ever-growing portfolio of public art that now features over 75 permanent works by over 50 world-renowned artists and crafts people. The showcase is one of the UK’s largest collections of public art and is all free to enjoy in the calming green spaces on the Estate.

A series of additional activities will be hosted at the court throughout the summer months, including tournaments, classes, and events. A charity event will also be run in August with well-known basketball coach, Gary Maitland, in partnership with AFK – a charity that supports disabled children and young people.