TRENDS WITH BENEFITS
Aspiring to meet the rising expectations of London’s well-heeled property buyers, luxury residential developments across the city have begun to introduce a variety of distinctive amenities. A 24-hour concierge
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Snow cabins and ice fountains
the oppor tunity to nip from the sauna and steam room to the arctic chill of a snow cabin and in temperature is thought to stimulate the body’s circulation and give the immune system a much-needed jolt.
Residents’ gardens
A private cour tyard garden for residents - such as the one at 21 Young Street in Kensington - provides a space for quiet contemplation. Upper Riverside in Greenwich Peninsula takes this concept further with green terraces, a roof garden and a sundeck.
Designer collaborations
It’s not always about location, location, location with luxur y properties - sharp, slick and of-themoment design counts for a lot. has formed an exclusive par tnership the Italian fashion house’s vivacious interior design touches in every detail of the property, such as mosaic walls and Greek key inlays. Similarly, all 49 John’s Wood feature celebrated signature clean lines and neutral tones, and come furnished with furniture and home accessories.
Private members’ clubs
One perk of owning an apartment at is its private residents’ club, which comes with a library and cinema Wharf, you automatically become a for residents and their guests. Its private lounge has an open kitchen and bar, a high-tech meeting three terraces that overlook the London skyline.
Chauffeur-driven Bentleys
exceptional concierge service can arrange for an on-call, chauffeur or pick them up in central London. On the downside, you won’t have any excuse for being late, but it’s a small price to pay for this privilege.