sensitively but thoroughly repurposed as modern and innovative high-end residential accommodation . Having finished the 1930s Switch House West in 2021 , the opening of the late 1940s Switch House East now completes the vision . Unique character has once more been celebrated - converting existing riveted girders found on site into a jaw dropping Concierge desk , exposing most of the industrial features , and reusing some of the electric switch gear as sculptures to stand in the gardens .
At Switch House East , large Crittall screens and dual aspect glazed windows were designed to make use of natural daylight , encouraging flow between spaces and offering views out onto the riverside and landscaped courtyards and terraces , bringing the outdoors in .
“ Each flat has a bespoke layout optimising light and views out , and the offer is enhanced by the creation of an amazing rooftop garden above Turbine Hall B for residents ’ use ; a secluded urban oasis more than 25m above ground . Our design subtly weaves together history and modernity in a way that respects one of the most important industrial landmarks in the world .”
Alex Michaelis , Partner and Co-founder of Michaelis Boyd , said :
“ The residences have a refined industrial quality to them – we wanted to create interiors that would reference the Power Station ’ s rich history but also stand the test of time , for the ultimate experience of modern city living . Our design for the two distinct interior palettes , Heritage 33 and 47 , was inspired by the style and textures of the original 20th century building . Grained wooden floors underfoot , exposed brick walls and durable , tactile finishes emphasize materiality throughout and provide a timeless backdrop for evolving interior trends .
“ Looking forward into 2022 , there continues to be a focus on the importance of outdoor space and a connection with nature . At Switch House East , large Crittall screens and dual aspect glazed windows were designed to make use of natural daylight , encouraging flow between spaces and offering views out onto the riverside and landscaped courtyards and terraces , bringing the outdoors in . The open-plan layouts of these loft-style apartments also remain more relevant than ever , as we continue to design versatile spaces that will lend themselves to news way of living , working , eating and relaxing from home .”
Once completed , Battersea Power Station will be one of the most exciting retail and leisure destinations in London , having recently announced that major international brands such as Ray-Ban , Ralph Lauren , Tommy Hilfiger , The Kooples , Aēsop and Calvin Klein will be opening inside the iconic building . The Power Station will also be home to
over 100 shops , bars and restaurants , 254 apartments , office space as well as unique events and leisure offering , including the Chimney Lift Experience . There will also be a new six-acre riverfront park that is open to the public .
The retail and leisure experience will continue on a new high street , Electric Boulevard , which runs from the south of the Power Station , between the stunning Frank Gehry designed Prospect Place and Foster + Partners ’ Battersea Roof Gardens . Electric Boulevard will offer a mix of office space , shops , bars and restaurants , a park , playground and an exciting new 164 room hotel from art ’ otel ®, the brand ’ s first hotel to open in London .
Residents currently living at Battersea Power Station can enjoy a great mix of cafés , bars , and restaurants where they can sample cuisines from all over the world . This includes modern Indian at Vivek Singh ’ s Cinnamon Kitchen , authentic Italian at Francesco Mazzei ’ s Fiume , bottomless pizza at celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay ’ s Street Pizza and delicious Japanese patisseries and bubble tea at the recently opened Kova , the first of the Power Station ’ s retailers to open . A variety of entertainment and fitness venues can also be found beneath the railway arches on Arches Lane , including Battersea Brewery , which has its own microbrewery on site , spin studio Boom Cycle , DNA VR , London ’ s biggest virtual reality arcade , Birdies Crazy Golf , The Cinema in the Arches and The Turbine Theatre .
Battersea Power Station also hosts a variety of cultural events throughout the year with highlights including the Light Festival which is currently being hosted until 27th February , Summer Showtime on The Coaling Jetty , London ’ s first open-air cinema and theatre experience and The Winter Village .
With the Northern Line extended to give this new riverside neighbourhood its very own Zone 1 London Underground station , Battersea Power Station is now within 15 minutes of the West End and the City and is expected to draw visitors from across the capital and the globe , becoming one of London ’ s most visited destinations , boosting the local economy and creating over 17,000 jobs .
Follow @ BatterseaPwrStn to keep up with the latest news and events at Battersea Power Station and visit www . batterseapowerstation . co . uk to find out more .
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