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LONDON is finally starting to follow the example of its European neighbours by making the most of its meandering river. Luxury developments are beginning to pop up all along the riverbank, proving that the place to be seen in the next few years is reclining on a balcony beside the River Thames.
1. RIVERSIDE QUARTER SW18 FROM £650,000
This £250m new build development in Wandsworth, south west London, ranges from luxury penthouses to two, three, and four bedroom apartments. Some come with winter gardens and riverside views, but all homes are centred around a landscaped piazza that’s also home to an art gallery and Marco Polo, a new Italian restaurant and delicatessen.
For viewings, call Savills on 020 8877 2000 or email riversidequarter@savills.com
2. FULHAM RIVERSIDE SW6 FROM £880,000
This scheme will bring over 450 new homes to the former Fulham Wharf. These one, two and three bed flats will be centred around a riverside square and the building will retain its facade from the old Kops Brewery.
For viewings, call 0844 811 4334 or visit barrattlondon.com
3. CHELSEA CREEK SW6 SUITES FROM £8M
Situated around the back of Imperial Wharf, these homes are in an enviable location off the King’s Road, next to Chelsea Harbour. Two man made canals have been created so residents can try out their boating skills. Its two penthouses on the eighth floor are also vying to be among the most exclusive residences in London.
For viewings, call 020 7610 9693 or visit chelseacreek.co.uk
4. RIVERWALK SW1 FROM £1.8M
Located on the north bank, these Westminster homes are due to arrive in 2015. Architect Stanton Williams designed this curvy building to represent the ebb and flow of the river, while its limestone exterior reflects the sunlight moving over the water. Most of the one, two, and three bedroom apartments also come with south-facing balconies.
For viewings, call Savills on 020 7409 8756 or Knight Frank on 020 7861 5499, or visit riverwalk.co.uk
5. SUGAR QUAY EC3R TBC
Last September, Christian Candy’s CPC Group – best known in London for One Hyde Park, arguably the most luxurious address in the city – won planning permission to develop Sugar Quay on the north side of the Thames by Tower Bridge. The super prime developer hopes to build 165 high-end apartments with retail and residents’ amenities on the lower floors and commercial waterfront space.
6. ONE TOWER BRIDGE SE1 FROM £850,000
Over on the South Bank, One Tower Bridge will provide 356 homes comprising one to four bedroom apartments and penthouses. Architect Squire and Partners aims to showcase four architectural styles across nine buildings, tailored to complement the London skyline. The first homes to be completed will be the Wessex House apartments in 2016.
For viewings, call Knight Frank on 020 7871 0011 or visit onetowerbridge.co.uk
7. HORIZONS E14 FROM £550,000
This 26-storey skyscraper in Canary Wharf comes with outdoor cooking facilities in anticipation of riverside barbecues in the summer. It comprises 131 one to three bedroom apartments and six penthouses.
For viewings, call Telford Homes on 020 3609 3094 or visit telfordhomes.plc.uk/horizons
8. PAYNES & BORTHWICK SE8 FROM £350,000
A £120m regeneration scheme is being built in West Greenwich on the Grade-II listed site of a former marine boiler factory that made engines for warships such as HMS Warrior. It will provide 247 one to three bedroom apartments and it takes its name from the old wharves nearby.
For viewings, call Jones Lang LaSalle on 020 7087 5000 or visit paynesandborthwick.com