Staycation Pad

Islington Square in London pleased to announce the launch of its exclusive penthouse collection which provides the ultimate ‘staycation pads’ with features including interiors inspired by world-renowned retreats, large outside sun terraces, swimming pools and rooftop gardens.

Cain International, the privately held real estate investment firm operating in Europe and the United States, is delivering the project. The new collection will include a dressed show penthouse inspired by world-renowned retreats, with prices starting from £4,695,000.

Located just behind Upper Street, the historic Edwardian former Royal Mail Sorting Office has been transformed into 214 luxurious warehouse-style apartments which includes 11 penthouses offering rooftop pools, private terraces, and high specification luxury design.

The exceptional show penthouse embodies a serene atmosphere and is dressed by staging specialists Style & Stage. Playing with dramatic proportions, oversized accessories have been used in contrast to floor-to-ceiling windows, enhancing the sense of space and natural light.  The five remaining penthouses available to purchase are being launched to the market this week.

The development comprises three residential buildings designed by award winning architect Piers Gough of CZWG Architects, providing 170,000 sq. ft of premium retail and leisure facilities including an ODEON Luxe & Dine cinema and a Third Space health club.

Dressed and ready for immediate occupation, the show penthouse provides 2,522 sq. ft of meticulously designed living space and 2,220 sq. ft of external space. The penthouse has three bedrooms, each with luxury en-suite bathrooms, an expansive open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, two private roof terraces and a separate roof garden including a private swimming pool overlooking Islington and beyond. Throughout the home, Style & Stage have used bespoke detailing, natural textures and a neutral colour palette to create an inspirational space for prospective purchasers

Each penthouse in the collection boasts dimensions up to 2,687 sq. ft, and features including extensive outside space with terraces and access to a private rooftop garden with swimming pool and panoramic views of the London skyline.

Each penthouse benefits from a bespoke Valcucine Artematica kitchen featuring matt black glass worktops, illuminated back panels, multi-gang appliance panels and ‘A-rated’ integrated appliances.

The master suites are fitted with timber engineered floors, fully equipped His and Hers dressing areas, and glazed double doors which lead to the suite’s master bathroom. The master bathroom and shower rooms feature a high-specification, maintaining each penthouse’s individual signature throughout. Bathrooms feature a freestanding double-ended bath with floor mounted mixer taps and a marble feature wall, whilst shower rooms  feature steam showers with chrome polished thermostatic controls and a shower bench.

Residents of the penthouse collection will have access to 24-hour passenger lifts and concierge services, underground parking and bicycle storage areas. Galliard Homes has been appointed to undertake the residential marketing of the development.

Jonathan Goldstein, Chief Executive Officer of Cain International says: “Our vision for Islington Square is to create a hub that sits at the heart of the surrounding community and brings something different to the vicinity.  We are delighted to bring this new part of our residential collection to market and look forward to watching the development come to life.”

David Galman, Sales Director at Galliard Homes says: “Galliard Homes are elated to see Islington Square growing as a development as well as destination through this exciting milestone. Staging experts, Style & Stage, have done an excellent job in providing visitors with a space that exemplifies the high-quality lifestyle on offer at Islington Square’s penthouse collection and in the development itself.”

Leiselle De Napoli and Hayley Rodol, Co-Founders of Style & Stage say: “ Style & Stage were delighted to have been involved in the staging of the exquisite show penthouse at Islington Square. When staging the property, we focused on creating a chic respite from the hustle of the surrounding Islington area, and embraced the abundance of space and grand proportions throughout the penthouse. We worked on complementing the statement artwork around the property with thoughtfully chosen accessories and furniture pieces in contrasting textures and tones. Focusing on attention to detail throughout, we wanted to create a show home that truly depicted the lifestyle on offer at Islington Square, whilst allowing potential purchasers to walk into the penthouse and feel at home.”

The in-person property viewings at Islington Square are by appointment only, following strict health and safety measures to ensure the safety of everyone. Alongside in-person property viewings, Galliard Homes are also offering innovative guided virtual tours at Islington Square, through their partnership with online technology firm Reevo 360.

Islington Square has been a highly successful development with 77% of the scheme now sold to a mixture of investors and owner-occupiers, purchase prices have ranged from £695,000 for a studio apartment up to £4,700,000 for a penthouse.

The newly launched penthouses at Islington Square are available from £4,695,000. For further sales information on Islington Square, please contact Galliard Homes on Tel: +44 (0)20 3051 7205, visit:  http://islingtonsquare.com/apartments or email islingtonsq@galliardhomes.com.