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An Extraordinary Opportunity Overview Introduction 1 An extraordinary opportunity Overview 01 Introduction Berkeley presents a once in a lifetime opportunity. A unique location It is exceedingly rare that a prestigious scheme An inspired development 08 Spectacular design of such significant proportion is created at the Five-star luxury heart of the capital. An impressive location 18 The centre for business Moments away from the City of London, within World-class education Iconic London walking distance of fine dining, culture and the Shopping Bars and restaurants arts and directly next to the heritage of Tower Lancaster House 26 Bridge and the Tower of London, the scheme The building Interior design is positioned precisely where history, business Every detail considered and culture meet. Floorplans 41 One Tower Bridge One Tower Bridge: the opportunity to come home Lancaster House to the ultimate address in the most exciting city Apartments 48 Lancaster House in the world. – 1 bedroom – 2 bedroom – 3 bedroom Apartment specifications Berkeley 58 Designed for life Sustainability Contacts 60 Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House Overview 2 A unique location 3 CGI of One Tower Bridge: aerial view One Tower Bridge sits on the South Bank of the River Thames, in one of the most privileged positions in London. Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House Overview 4 A unique location 5 A unique location People like to talk about locations and A new landmark places being ‘extraordinary’. Perhaps it is One Tower Bridge sits on the south bank of the River Thames, in one of the most privileged positions only when even the word ‘extraordinary’ in London, nestled between three of the city’s most fails to convey just how special somewhere important icons: Tower Bridge, the River Thames is that we truly begin to understand its and the Tower of London. It is an exceptional new development of apartments, luxuriously appointed meaning. This is just such a place. to the very highest standard. One Tower Bridge is at the very heart of one of the capital’s most desirable districts, between the signature brickwork and historic, narrow bridged lanes of Shad Thames and the sharp, clean, ultra-modern lines of More London. Within walking distance from the City’s financial district, close to Canary Wharf, next to a string of world-class cultural attractions and enjoying first-rate transport connections, One Tower Bridge is at home next to London’s finest landmarks. CGI of One Tower Bridge An exceptional development of apartments and penthouses, luxuriously appointed to the very highest standard. Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House Overview 6 A unique location 7 01 Bank of England 12 Millennium Bridge 23 Shad Thames Road Distances 02 Borough Market 13 Monument 24 The Shard Tower Hill 0.9km (9 mins) 03 Canary Wharf 14 More London 25 Southwark Cathedral Tower Gateway 1.1km (11 mins) 04 City Hall 15 National Gallery 26 St Katharine Docks London Bridge 0.9km (9 mins) 05 The Gherkin 16 National Theatre 27 St Paul’s Cathedral Butlers Wharf 0.2km (2 mins) 06 The Globe Theatre 17 Old Bailey 28 Tate Modern Borough Market 1.1km (11 mins) 07 Hayward Gallery 18 Old County Hall 29 Temple Source: Google maps (walking time) 08 HMS Belfast 19 One New Change 30 Tower 42 09 Houses of Parliament 20 Oxo Tower 31 Tower Bridge Journey Times 33 10 Leadenhall Building* 21 The Pinnacle 32 Tower of London Bank 2 mins 09 11 11 London Eye 22 Royal Festival Hall 33 Trafalgar Square Canary Wharf 7 mins 15 17 * Proposed development Bond Street 9 mins 29 21 Green Park 7 mins 20 30 27 19 St Pancras International 11 mins City Airport 21 mins 01 05 28 Heathrow Airport 41 mins 22 07 Source: TFL from London Bridge Station 18 16 12 06 13 10 25 02 14 32 08 24 26 04 31 23 03 Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House An inspired development 8 A spectacular design 9 CGI view of One Tower Bridge from Tower Bridge Road Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House An inspired development An inspired development 10 A spectacular design A spectacular design 11 A spectacular design One Tower Bridge has been designed with Complementary architecture great sensitivity to its surroundings and One Tower Bridge blends four subtly complementary architectural styles across its eight buildings. the famous monuments that help to make Together they form a cohesive whole. Named after this location so outstanding. The scale of the great British Royal Houses, each building has these new buildings has been considered been carefully considered in its construction to reflect its immediate environment. carefully and with imagination to feel Lancaster, Windsor and York Houses are predomi- perfectly at ease in their company. They nantly brick, paying respect to the heritage of the are spectacular in their own right. industrial wharfs situated along the Thames. Tudor, Wessex and Stuart Houses are lighter and feature more glass to create continuity with their immediate neighbour, More London. Hanover House echoes other famous towers along this stretch of the river, including Tate Modern. Cambridge House takes the historic landmarks as its reference and also draws on the landscaping of More London. Peaceful havens Residents have exclusive access to an appealing private courtyard garden constructed above the cultural space at first floor level. Beautifully landscaped, the garden will consist of three individually designed areas, each characterised by its own unique water feature, including a dancing fountain, lily pond and stone bubbler fountain. This space will be planted with a variety of shrubs and trees including hornbeam, magnolia, multi stem pine and shadwood. Granite seating looks on to a formal lawn and lavender has been planted which complements the sensitive lighting to create a peaceful atmosphere. One Tower Bridge sits directly next door to Potters Fields Park, a peaceful landscaped space with lawns and flowerbeds. It forms part of the Thames Walk, which extends in both directions along the banks of the River Thames. Interactive Water Clock A Water Clock Fountain with white vertical jets representing the 12 hour clock and surrounded by 48 LED colour-changing jets will create an extraordinary spectacle for residents spending time in the main square at One Tower Bridge. Using interactive floor pads controlling the 24 parabolic ‘dancing’ jets leaping from the floor into one side of the clock, residents will be able to choreograph their own water display and change the clock fountain to reveal a specific time-zone – New York, Moscow, Tokyo. Jets surrounding the fountain along a 54 metre channel will also create an evocative mist, adding to the striking atmosphere. CGI’s of landscaped courtyard garden, Hanover House by dusk and Water Clock One Tower Bridge is surrounded by public and private open spaces. The River Thames and the newly created pools and fountains bring a unique, vibrant waterside atmosphere, relaxed but lively. Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House An inspired development An inspired development 12 Five-star luxury Five-star luxury 1 3 Five-star luxury Step into any building at One Tower The five-star experience Bridge and you are immediately From the moment you are greeted by the concierge you know you have arrived at somewhere individual enveloped by a haven of privacy and and special. Each space within every single property calm, as if entering a five-star hotel. has been meticulously designed to reflect the Every element of the experience has needs and requirements of contemporary luxury living. Kitchens have been ergonomically planned, been carefully thought through, every complete with state-of-the-art technology. detail deliberately chosen to exceed Bathrooms are inspired by the rich opulence of the finest boutique hotels. the highest expectation. Displaying modern aesthetics and cutting-edge technology, each apartment takes an innovative approach to residential design. Smart lift and door entry systems recognise each resident as they approach their building. There are automated systems that allow you to remotely control your heating, air cooling and blinds, sensitive mood lighting and home entertainment throughout the space. All aspects of the One Tower Bridge experience have been sensitively enhanced to deliver comfort, elegance and distinction. This exclusive development has dedicated 24-hour concierge and security, managed by Harrods Estates and Jones Lang LaSalle, providing an exemplary level of service. CGI of indicative lobby This exclusive development has dedicated 24-hour concierge and security, managed by Harrods Estates and Jones Lang LaSalle, providing an exemplary level of service. Berkeley | One Tower Bridge | Lancaster House An inspired development An inspired development 14 Five-star luxury Five-star luxury 1 5 There is a stunning private health club Exclusive facilities Car parking facility with a sauna, steam room and In Lancaster House every element of the experience There are a limited number of car parking spaces has been thought through in detail, from a cold available to purchase separately. The secure, jacuzzi where the stresses and strains of room for storing a food delivery to hanging your dry electronic-entry gated underground facilities reflect everyday life melt away; a beautifully cleaning without a crease… from the second that the high-quality design featured throughout the designed pool where residents can relax, you step into the concierge area you will know you scheme. These include especially commissioned are somewhere special. decorative tiling and signature lighting. unwind and restore body and soul; an impressive, fully equipped gymnasium 24hr concierge and security Car Club and a fitness room to enjoy yoga or a The reception is manned by a 24-hour concierge Residents can dispense with the complications service. For whatever the reason, you can be of owning a car altogether by joining the Car Club.
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