117-125 Bayswater Road, London W2 3JH – Bayswater
So spectacular is the view at Park Modern that, when Fenton Whelan’s sales director Lars Christiaanse pitches the development to potential buyers, he simply sticks a photo of the vista in front of them.
Park Modern is Hyde Park’s newest collection of super-prime residences, offering 57 apartments overlooking Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.
Located on Bayswater Road towards the entrance of Queensway, the property faces the park from the south, allowing residents to enjoy both the sunrise and the sunset from their apartments, which range from £2m for a one-bed and go up to £60m for the striking nine-bed penthouse.
Architecture firm PLP is behind the building’s design, which features an unusual undulating façade. “From the very beginning we resisted creating a building that was just a simple rectangular box.
This building has a very unique and special role in its setting. Therefore the building’s expression had to be something different; it had to be something memorable,” says Lee Polisano, founder of PLP. The design was inspired by the surrounding parkland, with the curves representing “this continuous line that moves from one end of the site to the other, evocative of the organic shapes that one sees in nature”.
With outside space more important than ever following the pandemic, the development’s considered design will surely be key a selling point: every property, from the studios to the penthouses, will have access to outdoor space in some capacity, whether that be a balcony or a wider terrace.
Those lucky enough to live in the top floor penthouse will be able to enjoy a wraparound terrace with views spanning the city, from Canary Wharf to the Royal Albert Hall.
Inside, the interiors have been designed to maximise the views, with large windows, high ceilings and a light colour palette allowing the surrounding parkland to do the talking.
The developers spent time hand-selecting natural stones and designing the joinery, doors and iron mongerery, to ensure “everything you touch feels special”, says James Van den Heule, co-founder of Fenton Whelan.
These design features will continue in the reception area and on the wellbeing floor, where there will be a residents-only spa, with treatment rooms and a 25m swimming pool, a gym and a 16-seat cinema that residents can reserve for private use.
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Choosing a floor plan might be tricky, but it shouldn't be so. See 3 quick tips below to pick only the right layout for your new home.
Tip 1 — Measure it all
You might already know your desired square footage when choosing a new home. Generally, more bedrooms mean more space, which also drives up the prices.
However, modern developers offer smart floor plans so you can make better use of the space. For instance, a studio with an open floor plan can be much more efficient and affordable than a typical 1-bedroom apartment with a traditional floor plan.
Tip 2 – Go with the flow
Once you have picked one or several layouts, you need to imagine living in the space. Visualise daily activities like laundry or cooking: is it convenient? Do you have enough space?
Online interior design apps that offer 3D visualisation (many of them are free) are time-savers here. Just download the desired floor plan from 1newhomes, upload it to the website you chose, and get a 3D render to visualise living in your new home.
Tip 3 — Do not neglect flexible space
The current lifestyle dictates its own rules. That’s why you need to consider flexible space in your perfect floor plan to have room for a home office or a gym. In addition, be sure to check that your new flat has a lot of natural light. The importance of the latter goes without saying.
A good floor plan means having all you need in a smartly designed space. We are sure our quick tips help you pick only the perfect layout for your new home.
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