If you aspire to owning an ultra-luxurious apartment at what is considered to be London's most desirable address, then One Hyde Park - which is being created on the site of the former 1950's building Bowater House in stylish Knightsbridge - is a must. Through its membership of Savills, the UK based global property giant, Pam Golding Properties are marketing apartments at this exclusive new residential development to a discreet client base of extremely high net worth clients in Africa.
Reputed to be the most expensive residential real estate in the world, this property is so exclusive that there isn't even a published price list, and genuine, qualified buyers are required to undergo a screening process before being provided with a special password in order to gain access to more detailed information regarding the property on the website. Even plans for the building are kept under highly confidential wraps. While there is naturally much UK media speculation regarding the actual price tag, there seems no doubt that this is by far the highest priced residential real estate in London - and the world. Epitomising style, glamour and effortless luxury, there are 80 apartments within the four, diamond-shaped buildings at One Hyde Park, ranging from one bedroom units to eight sumptuous bedroom penthouses.
Comments Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property group: "With London being the undisputed financial capital of the world, prime central London real estate is highly sought after by both local and international key role players in business. In 2006, this sector of the UK residential property market experienced growth of 20 percent, fuelled by overseas equity and city of London bonuses. Strong demand, coupled with competition for a very short supply of the right type of property in the right place, will fuel further house price rises - anticipated to be approximately 15 percent for prime central London. In my opinion, this means the returns for investment in One Hyde Park are robust," he says.
And as Dr Golding points out, the adage location, location, location could not be more appropriate. Situated overlooking Hyde Park on one side and exclusive, vibrant Knightsbridge on the other, the design, luxury and prestige of this exceptional residential scheme place it in a class of its own.
Created by renowned architects, Richard Rogers Partnership, the apartments are high security with a number of special security features installed. Via a direct link with the adjacent world-class Mandarin Oriental Hotel, residents will enjoy a personalised and professional concierge service, catering for their every need. However, access for services and staff is restricted to limited areas, with residents arriving in their own private lobby area.Andy Collett, who heads up PGP's International Division, says One Hyde Park is incomparable to any other residential project in the world, and provides the ultimate in elegance, peace and comfort. Candy & Candy, London's leading interior and architectural designers and development managers, have focused on creating the ultimate luxury environment with untiring attention to detail. Facilities will include a 22 metre swimming pool, golf simulator and fitness room, innovatively designed wine cellar for hosting exclusive private functions, private cinema, smart business facilities with state of the art meeting rooms and video conferencing.
"With an extensive use of glass, the transparency of the buildings will allow for panoramic views over the park and city, while providing privacy through their creative design. The development includes two landscaped gardens, bringing nature into the heart of the building, and an attractive setting for three boutique retail outlets on the ground floor of three of the buildings," says Collett.
Photos:
- Close-up view of One Hyde Park from Hyde Park.
- An aerial view showing an artist's impression of One Hyde Park - the four diamond-shaped buildings in the centre overlooking Hyde Park and with the Mandarin Oriental Hotel adjacent on the right.
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