ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
WHERE LAND MEETS WATER
LATEST CHAPTER OF MAJOR REGENERATION SCHEME , GREENWICH PENINSULA , MET WITH OVERWHELMING DEMAND
Last year saw the launch of Peninsula Gardens , the next chapter of London ’ s rapidly growing Greenwich Peninsula district in Zone 2 .
Anticipation for the new address has seen 94 % of the first phase of apartments sold over opening weekend , with Knight Dragon bringing forward a limited collection of homes from a future phase to meet the continued high demand .
One of Europe ’ s largest single regeneration projects , Knight Dragon is investing £ 8.4 billion over 30 years to transform the former industrial land on Greenwich Peninsula into a new riverside cultural centrepiece for London . With significant progress over the last almost decade , its exciting proposition in the capital is well recognised with a predicted 22 % price growth forecast over the next five years , according to CBRE Greenwich Area Guide .
A MODERN NEW COMMUNITY Peninsula Gardens encompasses a family of four characterful buildings , just moments from the River Thames and from the Peninsula ’ s Central Park , yet remain easily connected to the buzz of the wider city .
Combining character and craftsmanship , homes take inspiration from their river and park surroundings , and have been designed to make the most of the panoramic views , with floor-to-ceiling windows and organic finishes , colours and materiality throughout .
Residents of Peninsula Gardens also enjoy access to an impressive range of amenities within the already-complete Aperture – a communal hub which is located just minutes away – providing resident-only access to shared workspaces , a private gym , 24 / 7 concierge , eateries and a multifaith room .
With landscaping at its heart , Peninsula Gardens is interspersed with walkways , with a residents-only podium garden placed at the centre . A tree-lined passage provides direct access down to the water ’ s edge , offering much desired private outside space and beautiful surroundings from which to also enjoy the impressive vistas .
A NEW DISTRICT FOR LONDON Greenwich Peninsula - the 150-acre regeneration project enveloped by 1.6 miles of the River Thames - is creating the capital ’ s boldest modern cultural landscape . Now a well-established London district , it is already home to some 5,000 residents and a host of new cultural spaces , cafes , bars and a choice of some 40 restaurants .
The last year has seen the 30-year masterplan continue at impressive pace , with the opening of Design District , London ’ s first permanent , purpose-build home for the creative industries , just moments from Peninsula Gardens . Already home to individual makers , ground-breaking enterprises and industry leaders , it has fast become a beacon for the Capital ’ s creative community , with
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