Riverstone Kensington Exceptional London living for people over 65 “Riverstone excites me. Exceptional residential experiences and a place you can call home, offering safer living within a vibrant location and community so you can live life your way. I hope it excites you too.” Penny Hughes CBE – Chairman CHAPTER 1 – DISCOVER RIVERSTONE CHAPTER 3 – APARTMENTS TO CALL HOME Created for you 8 A sense of belonging 64 All you need in one place 10 Open plan and adaptable 66 Your home, your style 13 Easy-to-use heating and cooling 67 Charming gardens 14 Feel safe and secure 68 At your service 17 Cooking in style 72 Well-being and bespoke care 19 Timeless and spacious bedrooms 77 A London-wide community 20 Stylish yet practical bathrooms 78 Apartment specification 80 CHAPTER 2 – WELCOME TO RIVERSTONE KENSINGTON Moving into your new apartment 85 At home in an elegant neighbourhood 24 Masterplan 29 CHAPTER 4 – WELL-BEING AND BESPOKE CARE Amenities overview 30 Shaped around you 88 An inviting arrival 34 Well-being is what you want it to be 90 Warm and welcoming 36 The Good Care Group at Riverstone 92 Haven for book lovers 37 Stylish hallway 39 CHAPTER 5 – AROUND THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Shaken and stirred 41 An elegant and charming setting 96 Food for the soul 42 Kensington life on your doorstep 100 All-year-round enjoyment 48 Encouraging a healthy lifestyle 50 CHAPTER 6 – MAKING A DIFFERENCE Soothing and replenishing treatments 51 Putting you at the heart of all we do 106 Discover your favourite brew 52 Our beliefs define how we engage and work with everyone 109 Connecting with nature 57 Stay connected with the Riverstone app 110 Best seats in the house 59 Environment and community – central to all we do 112 Warmth of home 60 CHAPTER 7 – FEES AND COSTS Making an informed decision about Riverstone 116 Fees and costs 118 CHAPTER 1 Discover Riverstone Created for you They say the future is a place where we’ll spend the rest of our lives. Why can’t that place be in the centre of London? We founded Riverstone by asking ourselves simple, direct questions just like this. Today, we’re building stylish apartments you can own outright so that you can live in the neighbourhood you know and love, with all the exceptional amenities and hospitality services you require. And you can rest assured that professional care is available 24/7 should you need it. Living the life you want to live in London? Why ever not… With a strong institutional backing and a passionate team, we have carefully selected the first locations in Kensington and Fulham with the aim of growing residences across the capital, creating a London-wide community. 8 9 All you need in one place At Riverstone we consider our amenities to be an extension of your apartment, where you can truly relax. The Library, Bar and Restaurant, Cinema, Spa and Club Room are just some of the first-class amenities and hospitality services you’ll find on your doorstep. We want every day to be full of possibilities, by making sure you have easy access to everything you need. 10 11 Your home, your style We know every home is different but whatever your style or preference, a Riverstone apartment is the perfect choice. Specified to the highest standards, all apartments benefit from floor-to- ceiling windows that create a wonderful, light- filled environment. There is a selection of one, two, three and four bedroom apartments which have been carefully designed to ensure their layouts maximise space and provide ample storage; on average, a two bedroom apartment is in excess of 1,000 sq. ft. Apartments are designed Inspiring to the Lifetime Homes Standard to ensure your home is adaptable to your changing needs. 12 13 Charming gardens “Our gardens for Riverstone are designed to provide unique environments and high-quality outdoor spaces to be enjoyed throughout the year. With a focus on health and well-being, we are creating beautiful, stimulating places which enhance their settings and provide opportunities for activities and relaxation, both of which play an integral role in the daily life of residents and their visitors.” Andy Sturgeon – Landscape and Garden Designer. Winner of eight gold medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. 14 15 At your service Our welcoming Concierge Team are on hand 24/7 to make sure everything runs smoothly. Whatever you need - whether that’s help with handling deliveries, valet parking, booking theatre tickets or IT support services - our team will support you as little or as much as you would like. These services are all part of the annual Membership Fee, and key to making Riverstone a truly inclusive and welcoming community. Further information is available in the All You Need To Know booklet. As a Riverstone Welcoming resident you will also have access to additional on-demand services such as housekeeping, room service and dog-walking as well as a wide range of spa treatments. Full listings of services and pricing are available on request. 16 17 Well-being and bespoke care Think of Riverstone as a place where you can have as much choice as possible, living a lifestyle that helps you stay well. By creating an environment that inspires and invigorates, we put your needs and well-being at the heart of everything we do. We also understand that the provision of care is an essential consideration for residents, whether it is needed now, in the future or not at all. In order to deliver the very best, we have chosen to partner with The Good Care Group, a highly regarded home care provider1. 1 Source: Care Quality Commission (2019) The Good Care Group London Ltd Inspection. https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-1489174477 18 19 A London-wide community As a resident you automatically become a member of The Riverstone Club, with access to the superb amenities at every Riverstone location. You’ll also benefit from partner offers and discount schemes for our restaurants, bars, spa treatments, hairdressing and exercise classes, including the service and goods of handpicked local businesses. A carefully curated programme of events and lectures is open to all residents across the community and provides opportunities for learning, knowledge sharing and new experiences. Engaging 20 21 CHAPTER 2 Welcome to Riverstone Kensington At home in an elegant neighbourhood Located in one of the most sought-after areas of Central London, Riverstone Kensington has been designed to evoke the grand townhouses and garden squares that give the district its elegant and highly desirable character. Many of the apartments and shared spaces enjoy views of the beautiful landscaped gardens. 24 The beautifully crafted Portland stone façade of the apartments at Riverstone Kensington. 25 26 Coe House and Eliot House apartments surrounded by landscaped gardens. 27 Kensington Hyde The Royal Natural History Victoria and High Street Park Serpentine Albert Hall Knightsbridge Museum Albert Museum Overview Masterplan Our 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments are arranged across two buildings within wonderful landscaped gardens. 28 An aerial view of Riverstone Kensington looking east towards the City. 29 Amenities overview Riverstone Kensington’s extensive amenities are set over two floors. The Restaurant, Bar and Club Room on the ground floor all overlook the private gardens and are vibrant interactive and social spaces. The beautiful curved Library, split between the lower ground and ground floor, is another Warwick Lane Ground Floor lovely spot to spend time reading or just enjoying life’s moments. The Restaurant and Bar is open to the public. Orangery Warwick Road Main Entrance Riverstone Reception Apartments Restaurant Lounge Concierge Private Garden Colonnade Reception Entrance Library Eliot House Bar Riverstone Apartments Entrance to Main Pool Riverstone Apartments Riverstone Apartments Club Room 30 Riverstone residents only Eliot House shared amenities* Riverstone apartments Open to the public *Please note the amenities located at Eliot House are shared with residents of the adjacent buildings. 31 Amenities overview The amenities are located in both Coe House and Eliot House on the lower ground floor. Coe House comprises the Spa which includes a Vitality Pool, Sauna and Steam Room, a spacious Exercise Studio and two Treatment Rooms. There is also the Espresso Bar, hosted by our Barista Concierge, a Cinema Warwick Lane Lower Ground Floor and an Art Studio. These amenities are only available to Riverstone residents and their visitors. Eliot House includes the main swimming pool, and additional Steam & Sauna, Gym and Cinema. These amenities are available to Riverstone residents and their visitors, along with private residents from the adjacent buildings. Warwick Road Riverstone Apartments Gym Espresso Bar Cinema Cinema Library Art Studio Vitality Pool Sauna Treatment Room Exercise Studio Steam Room Treatment Pool Room Riverstone Apartments Male Female Steam Changing Changing Room Sauna 32 Riverstone residents only Eliot House shared amenities* Riverstone apartments *Please note the amenities located at Eliot House are shared with residents of the adjacent buildings. 33 An inviting arrival An imposing tree-lined boulevard leads to the main entrance and drop-off area, where Riverstone’s signature Orangery reception welcomes you. This is a friendly, warm space that sets the tone for the quality and attention to detail you’ll experience throughout. From the moment you arrive at Riverstone Kensington, our aim is to make life as easy as possible. Our friendly Concierge Team are always on hand, from helping you with your shopping bags and welcoming your guests to sharing places of interest and reserving a seat on our shuttle service to your favourite restaurant. Friendly 34 The Coe House main entrance for residents and guests.