A shortfall of supply against demand across London needs little explanation for savvy investors. Here's your chance to make a smart move in the area considered to be London's newest, accessible and most desirable place to buy. Vacant government offices next to the River Thames in London are about to be turned into a masterpiece of elegant living.
Abell & Cleland House in Westminster will have two residential buildings with green rooftops set in 0.66 hectares of gardens.
The posh development lies between the cultural destinations of St John's Church in Smith Square and Tate Britain on Millbank.
The Houses of Parliament are nearby, plus high-end stores and hotels along the street.
The project, designed by Stirling Prize-nominated architects DSDHA to fit in with the unique area, boasts 143 stylish flats, ranging from one bedroom to three bedrooms for a family suite.
The homes have floor-to-ceiling windows which let in warming natural light, creating a natural blend of colors.
The high lobby is well lit to welcome you home, with grand carpets, parquet flooring and paintings.
Living rooms have full-length windows allowing panoramic views of London and creating a feeling of space and comfort.
Kitchens are furnished with stone worktops and Kuppersbusch appliances ensure great cooking fun.
Residents can host guests on the balcony, tasting the finest wine and cuisine.
Oak doors lead to the master bedroom, keeping the world at bay.
The dressing room connects t
he bedroom and the en-suite bathroom. Bathrooms are furnished in chrome and porcelain, with LED lighting and other luxury fixtures.Facilities include a state-of-the-art gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna and business suites. Residents have secure underground parking.
Ground rent ranges from 600 (HK$7,210) to 1,000 a year, with a service charge of 4.67 per square foot.
Berkeley's proposals will eventually bring 275 high-quality homes to the area.
It is also planned to improve the setting of the site through a range of streetscape improvements, including new street materials and landscaped public areas.
Come and see it at the exhibition this week.
Abell & Cleland House
Developer Berkeley (Urban Renaissance)
Layout One to three bedrooms
No of units 143 in Abell House
Tenure 999-year lease
Ground rent 600 to 1,000 per annum
Completion Core 1: Summer/Autumn 2016; Core 2: Spring/Summer 2017
Exhibition
Date 11am to 6.30pm on July 13; 11am to 7pm on July 14 and 15
Venue Tian & Di Rooms, 7/F, Landmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen's Road Central
Agency Knight Frank Hong Kong Limited
Contact Victor Li 6319-6232 Sherry Tsang 6198-4732
