aerial photograph of 55 Degrees North Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear England UK. Built for BT in 1963-9 and originally called Swan House the building sits in the middle of Pilgrim Street roundabout. In 2004 the building was adapted for mixed use with both commercial premises and 165 apartments. The original architect was Robert Matthew, Johnson - Marshall & Partners and for the 2004 rebuild Ryder & HKS. The building is Home to Metro Radio .