London property is much sought-after. And the current crop of homes by George Wimpey illustrates why. Johnny Turner explores two remarkable sites.
London is a work-in-progress, a centre of business and social activity, a magnet – and it has been for over 2,000 years. The personality, like the physical structure, is constantly mutating, serving the needs of those who live here and visit, work and relax here. And one constant in all this change is the need for new housing.
What is important to London buyers has remained fairly constant – a convenient location, good design and space. All of these are in evidence in three of George Wimpey’s latest portfolio; although located in different areas of London, each is desirable both inside and out – and each is surprisingly affordable.
Starting in Borough, one of the capital’s most happening quarters, George Wimpey brings us Fiftyfour Lant Street. Located just moments from Borough Market, one of London’s most popular food markets and a weekend destination in itself, the 72 apartments at Lant Street are all individually designed and built around one-of-a-kind floor plans. These designs are big on space and light and focus on contemporary attention to detail. Functionality and simple style are reflected in the use of stainless steel and porcelain tiling, as well as in the 2.25-metre ceiling heights.
The homes at Fiftyfour Lant Street are aimed at those with a busy work and social life, offering convenience to both office environment and nightlife. Besides being a matter of minutes from Borough tube, from where commuters can reach the City in only two stops (or even walk across), the immediate area is thriving in terms of entertainment. And with London Bridge station just half a mile away, the Jubilee Line offers a quick and easy ride into both Canary Wharf and the West End.
Half of the first phase of 50 homes has already sold out, so it’s best to hurry. Prices for the remaining plots range from to £245,000 to £430,000. Visit the show apartment or call 020 7407 8569.
Another George Wimpey scheme located just south-west of the River Thames is Candlemakers, an exciting development in the old Price’s Candles building in Battersea. Like Borough, the Battersea area is extremely popular due to its wealth of nightlife and entertainment, along with its useful commuter links from Clapham Junction station.
Located on York Road, Candlemakers offers a variety of apartment sizes and layouts, set around a private central courtyard and designed to update the original 1850s warehouse architecture. Many of the homes offer a patio and some also have a conservatory. Specification is high, with kitchens by Nicholas Anthony Contracts and bathrooms offering elegant, minimalist design.
Homes range from one-bedroom apartments measuring 525 sq ft to the extremely spacious 1,900 sq ft penthouse arranged over the top three floors of the breathtaking tower. The majority are large two-bedroom apartments with two bathrooms. Each apartment offers an abundance of space and light; living spaces are flexible, reflecting the needs of today’s buyers.
Prices for the current release at Candlemakers range from £340,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom first floor apartment to £595,000 for a three-bedroom duplex property measuring a stunning 1,843 square feet. To get more information about these very desirable homes call the marketing suite on 020 7924 7657 or go online to candlemakers.tv.