Crown Jewel
Holding court has never been more elegant. The Nova Building, represented by Maskells, is situated in Victoria with Buckingham Palace as its neighbour.
The residential component of the mix use Nova Estate, this 170 unit property consisting of one, two and three bedroom homes is set in a contemporary mid rise building. Developed by Land Securities and designed by architectBenson + Forsyth with Flanagan Lawrence serving as executive architect and interior designer, open kitchens were created in collaboration with Molteni Dada and feature Miele appliances.
Meanwhile, bathrooms are finished in Veneto marble with brass fittings. Many units include private terraces with unparalleled views of London.
Residents can expect exceptional on site amenities and a host of lifestyle cafes, shops and entertainment options nearby. A ninth floor roof garden allows owners to enjoy an oasis in the middle of central London, with a private lounge overlooking the greenery. Other facilities include a high tech gym, cinema, 24-hour concierge, secured parking and business centre.
Slated for completion this year, it is situated near Victoria Station and three Tube lines, with Green Park and Grosvenor Gardens an easy walk away. The units start at 2.3 million.
Day and Knight
The Knightsbridge district in central London is well known to fashion aficionados. Along with Harrods and Harvey Nichols, the flagship stores for Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik call Knightsbridge home—and so does respected auction house Bonham’s.
Walton House now has a rare flat available for those wishing to indulge in nearby retail therapy, while also craving a character architectural masterpiece. Situated on Walton Street on the border of Chelsea and Knightsbridge, the Grade II listed building was designed by Victorian architect Norman Shaw in 1882.
Consisting of a staircase leading from the ground floor, the three storey loft style unit consists of a small second level with a powder room, a main third storey with a bright living and dining area, spacious kitchen and adjacent utility room, plus second bedroom. The fourth floor is devoted to a master bedroom with generous closet and ensuite bathroom. A curving open tread signature staircase connects the two upper levels. Period details include a cozy fireplace and gable roof lines on the top level to give the master bedroom a strong sense of place.