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King’s Cross, N1C — the ultimate destination for the sophisticated and savvy city dweller, keen to live in the most dynamic and diverse location in town. Superbly connected. The new creative heart of London. A thriving, extraordinary community.

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RIGHT — The Plimsoll BuildingA computer generated image of the Plimsoll Building

‘A stunning development that embraces the past

while looking to the future. The transition from

a depository of Victorian grain, to a university

where the seeds of artistic ideas sprout, has been

handled with great sensitivity and flair. It has

brought an enlightened focus to the wholesale

regeneration of the surrounding area.

Boris Johnson, Mayor of London

Inspirational new canal and parkside living at the

heart of the vibrant and ever evolving King’s Cross.

A cluster of towers arranged around a stunning

central garden, landscaped with architectural

trees, shrubs and aromatic herbs. Residents are

greeted by a spectacular curling staircase that

leads from the lobby, up into an engaging lounge

and the ever efficient services of the Plimsoll

Building’s concierge.

This comfortably furnished reception spills

out into the garden, whilst soaring into the sky

is a rooftop conservatory and viewing gallery on

levels 12 and 13 providing panoramas of London.

The gently flowing Regent’s Canal, the calm oasis

of the two acre Camley Street Natural Park and the

excitement of eclectic shops, restaurants and bars

are all close by. The private apartments are found

in the 12 storeys around and above the courtyard

garden on the second level. Below are a new

Academy primary school and Frank Barnes School

for Deaf Children, co-located with new community

meeting facilities. Truly world-class residential,

arranged above an innovative, outstanding

teaching and learning environment.

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The bustling heart of King’s Cross is the vast expanse of

Granary Square, with its dramatic, illuminated fountains,

grand steps down to the Regent’s Canal and imposing

historic buildings. The magnificent Granary Building is

home to Central Saint Martins, part of the University of the

Arts, London. To one side, the evocative Coal Drops, built

in brick and cast iron to transfer coal from the North of

England from rail wagons to road carts.

Today, Coal Drops Yard is being refurbished and

repurposed by Heatherwick Studio as a multi-level,

eclectic and diverse destination for shopping, eating

and meeting. The industrial structures originally carried

four railway tracks, from which coal was dropped into

storage hoppers. The Coal Drops are closely associated

with merchant and mine owner Samuel Plimsoll, who also

commissioned a viaduct that linked to further coal drops

across the Regent’s Canal, on Cambridge Street (now

Camley Street).

Plimsoll later became known the world over as a

campaigner for safety at sea, introducing the loadline that

has since become mandatory on ships all over the world.

The naming of the Plimsoll Building is an opportunity to

acknowledge his close connection to King’s Cross and his

significant contribution to maritime safety.

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Fig 5 Nicolette Jones, author of ‘The Plimsoll Sensation’, the definitive guide to his campaign for maritime safety, with a passionate interest in Plimsoll’s heritage and connection with King’s Cross.

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L O C A T I O N

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The most exciting urban and mixed-use destination to

be found in this world capital. At the heart of London’s

evolving cultural community, King’s Cross is home

to the world famous art, theatre, design and fashion

college, Central Saint Martins, part of the University

of the Arts London. The award-winning conversion of

the 19th century, Grade II listed Granary Complex, to

accommodate around 5,000 of the most gifted and

creative minds from around the world, exemplifies

the bold blend of heritage and modernity and the

robust and charismatic architecture that is King’s

Cross. Alongside are the House Of Illustration and the

neighbouring Kings Place, with its concert halls and

contemporary art galleries. Meanwhile, innovative

street theatre, cultural and musical events take place

throughout the year in many of the newly created

public spaces that permeate the area.

The Regent’s Canal curls through the centre of

the development, lined with picturesque narrow boats

and barges and the languid pace of the canal belies the

vibrancy of the city just yards away. Invaluable open

spaces include Lewis Cubitt Park and Square,

Gasholder Park and Granary Square, with its

spectacular, illuminated fountains and steps leading

down to the water. The juxtaposition of heritage

buildings and contemporary architecture make the

67 acre King’s Cross an inspiring place to live, work

and play, with both brand new and refurbished

buildings, numerous newly-created streets and

successful public spaces. An engaging and eclectic

mixture of shops, restaurants and bars bring the area

alive throughout the day and evening, all year around.

No location is so well connected. This is the best

transport interchange in the country. The two mainline

stations of King’s Cross and St. Pancras International

link six London underground lines to the rest of the

United Kingdom; and the international high speed rail

provides a direct connection to Paris, Brussels and

the rest of Europe.

We discovered a new slice of London bristling with

an arts scene, music bars, restaurants and public

spaces. And all just minutes from the King’s Cross

platform Boudicea just might be buried beneath…

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The Plimsoll Building lies to the west of Granary

Square, within easy reach of the transport

interchange and its world-class connections.

Homes, educational and creative facilities, offices

and cultural institutions all sit together to create

a vibrant and energetic tapestry of people and

activity. Alongside the apartments, many of which

face the Regent’s Canal, is Gasholder Park, an

inspiring green space designed by Bell Phillips

Architects and landscaped by Dan Pearson Studio,

and the Gasholders apartments built within a

refurbished triplet of Grade II listed gasholder

guide frames. To the north and east, the expertly

landscaped Lewis Cubitt Park and Handyside

Gardens offer further green space within which

children and adults alike can play and relax. And

even closer to home, Coal Drops Yard will provide a

rich mix of independent shops, galleries, bars and

restaurants in evocative Victorian railway buildings.

From here, Somers Town Bridge will provide

pedestrians and cyclists direct access across the

Regent’s Canal to Camley Street Natural Park.

In Granary Square, 1,080 dancing and

illuminated fountains create a spectacular show in

front of the Granary Building. Here you find a vast

array of restaurants, Caravan, the lively restaurant,

bar and roastery, top chef Bruno Loubet’s Grain

Store, the Bombay café Dishoom, and the newly

opened gastropub The Lighterman with stunning

views of the Regent’s Canal. A new Waitrose

featuring a cookery school, bustling street food

markets and a diverse range of cafés, restaurants

and shops are all on your doorstep — located in

buildings old and new and many occupied by some

of the most influential international companies,

from Louis Vuitton to Havas and Google.

Place making and personality are what is making

new areas of London successful. At King’s Cross

you see a complete mix which ranges from

education to offices and restaurants. You’re

creating a 24/7 environment.

The Sunday Telegraph

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L I F E I N A DAY

King’s Cross is a place where you can live, love,

work and play. A diverse and energetic spirit

that embraces everybody whether you are living,

visiting or studying amongst its unique variety

of old and new. If you are lucky to live in one of

the fabulous apartments, then your King’s Cross

experience will start from the moment you wake up

to the time you rest your head on your pillow.

If you like to keep fit, you can jog along

the tow-path of the Regent’s Canal, do gentle

exercises in Lewis Cubitt Park or stretch lazily

in the Plimsoll fitness suite. Perk up your senses

before going to work or joining the first lecture

of the day and grab a pastry and a freshly roasted

coffee at Caravan or Notes on Pancras Square. Take

in an exhibition, savour a symphony, peruse the

British Library or just hop onto a train and enjoy the

romance of a Paris spring. You can fill up the fridge

or feed your fashion sense at the ever increasing

shopping in the area; or just sit, mesmerised by

fountains, under the trees in Granary Square.

King’s Cross — a tapestry for life.

‘With its street food market and open air

performance space, its buffed-up warehouse

quarter and performing arts hub, King’s Cross

is now an area to travel to, not through.

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A well-earned alfresco breakfast atGranger & Co on Pancras Square

Grab a cappuccino, large, from Notes – can’t beat it

Jogging on the canal, perfect way to start the day

Arrive at the office, clearly not the first

Meet a friend off the train or leave for Paris

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Perusing the 18montrose preview store on Stable Street

Smells of the KERB food market intoxicating but running late for lunchPick up some essentials from the local Waitrose

and book in a lesson at the cookery school

Head to The Lighterman for lunch overlooking the canal

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Central Saint Martins students hard at work

Check out what’s happening on the viewing platform

Stroll over to see a friend’s new apartment in ArtHouse

Who doesn’t love a run in the fountains on Granary Square

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Private view at the Pangolin Gallery

Catch the last set and some rays – C’mon Andy!

Dinner and drinks at Chef Bruno Loubet’s Grain Store – Timeout top 50 London

Join a fitness class at the FRAME studios

Grab the signature cocktail at the German Gymnasium's Meister Bar

Catch a flick at the Floating Cinemaon Regent’s Canal

A final nightcap at Vinoteca...mandatory!

Pick up some of the finest Mediterranean produce at the eponymous Greek Larder

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LEFT — The Plimsoll BuildingFrom the second floor central garden with

its myriad of architectural trees and shrubs,

stylised benches and paved seating area,

enjoy the views of the landmark Gasholder

No. 8 and the London skyline

‘...the perfect mix of grittiness and shininess,

simultaneously a symbol of London’s industrial

and engineering past and the creative present the city

would like to portray.

Edwin Heathcote, Financial Times, January 2013

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P O R T R A I T O F A C O M M U N I T Y

King’s Cross is home to an engaging mixture of

individuals, of companies, restaurants and cafés,

students and teachers, workers and wildlife. People

of every age, of a multitude of skills and talents,

whether committed to changing the world through

technology or through fashion, enriching our lives

through sculpture and dance, entertaining our

palates or just dancing in fountains. It is now home

to a plethora of diverse global brands; there are

the cool urban restaurant destinations and tables

starched with linen and dishes with signatures; there

are people who now live at King’s Cross, work at

King’s Cross and those that just have a great deal

of fun at King’s Cross.

In the following pages, photographer Brian

Griffin has created portraits of some of those to

whom the area is home, whether during the day,

the evenings or all night long.

Granary Square at nightThe dramatic fountains and imposing façade of

the Granary Building are key features of Granary

Square at the centre of King’s Cross

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‘King’s Cross is fast emerging as a creative

hub for London. It’s going to be an energizing

place to work and feels like a natural home

for Universal Music with many opportunities

for collaboration and inspiration literally on

our doorstep

David Joseph, Universal’s chairman and UK chief executive

King’s Cross is home to thousands of people, some living or

studying, others working or just visiting. King’s Cross is attracting

dynamic companies and institutions; restaurants and cafés;

teachers, students and artists; performers and galleries; shops

and stall-keepers; new residents, families and friends.

The varied mix of some 2,000 apartments, penthouses and

townhouses and high quality student housing is fashioning a

lively and diverse community.

World famous brands, major companies and exquisite chefs

are all part of King’s Cross. Rub shoulders with the luxury of Louis

Vuitton, the technology of Google UK and their neighbours,

Havas, CSC, New Day, AutoTrader, PRS for Music, the Art Fund and

Universal Music. Bruno Loubet, Marcus Wareing, Mark Sargeant,

Jamie Oliver, Theodore Kyriakou and D & D London are all running

or opening restaurants.

King’s Cross is the new creative and cultural hub of London,

home to the world-renowned Central Saint Martins, part of the

University of the Arts London, the House of Illustration and the

Art Fund. Three new buildings are currently being designed for

the Aga Khan Development Network. The building immediately

to the east of the Plimsoll Building will be a cultural building for

art, performance and education, with an associated hotel.

King’s Cross has 26 acres of open squares, parks, gardens

and other open space, including the drama of Granary Square,

the beautifully landscaped Lewis Cubitt Park and the remarkable

Gasholder Park set within the refurbished Gasholder No.8,

framing views to and from the Plimsoll Building.

King’s Cross prides itself on its environmental sustainability.

Combined heat and power technology provides low-carbon

heat to residential, office and other buildings, via the estate-

wide district heating network; and offsets some 80% of the

development’s power demand at the same time.

King’s Cross is investing in the best urban wi-fi in the

country, free to all. And it has its own post code — N1C.

King’s Cross embraces the past with an eye to the future.

A symbol of London’s industrial and engineering past; and now

the beating heart and soul of 21st century living.

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T H E B U I L D I N G

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David Morley Architects is an award-winning London-

based architectural practice specialising in projects

that are both evolutionary and revolutionary, building

on tradition as well as creating prototypes for the

future. Its belief is that exceptional architecture

is the product of great design and enlightened

patronage. Its work is based on a process of dialogue

and communication to ensure every scheme is well

focused on delivering what each individual client

needs. The perfect practice to design the Plimsoll

Building, providing superb open market and key-

worker accommodation and London’s best teaching

and learning environment for both Academy pupils

and deaf and hard of hearing children.

The Plimsoll Building is conceived as a cluster

of domestic scaled towers, rising to 13 storeys

above ground and arranged around a

landscaped central garden. The design of the

building is influenced by the existing industrial

vernacular, an important reminder of the rich

heritage and history of the site, whilst creating

a new layer of richness and materiality.

The garden is designed as a three-

dimensional oasis of greenery with rooflights

integrated as sculptural features within the

landscape, allowing light to flood into the

circulation spaces of the school below. The

extensive use of plants brings a distinctive

character to the Plimsoll Building. It also

helps purify the air, enrich wildlife and reduce

the urban heat island.

LEFT — Portrait of David Morley by Brian Griffin

‘I see this as a pioneering model for high density

mixed use place making. The streetscape is animated

by education and community uses with residential

towers above. It evokes the industrial heritage of

King’s Cross but is juxtaposed around a lush garden

opening out to the south west, the Regent’s Canal

and amazing views across London.

David Morley — David Morley Architects

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On the lower floors of the Plimsoll Building are two schools, the King’s Cross Academy and Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children. The Academy is sponsored by the King’s Cross Academy Trust, in which the developers themselves are substantial partners. “We see the new Academy as fundamental to the wider regeneration of King’s Cross, becoming a focal point for and delivering benefits to, the whole community” says Robert Evans, Chairman of the Governors. “We have a clear vision of what we plan to achieve… and will draw upon the exceptional facilities we are creating at King’s Cross and our exceptional relationship with incoming occupiers to develop a first-class educational offer and enrichment programme”. The Academy is part of a unique education campus, co-located with Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children, an existing outstanding school. The new facility has been designed taking advice from other local schools and drawing on international best practice, ensuring the co-location is far more meaningful than merely sharing the same building. The new premises have been designed with shared spaces for staff training and collaborative development and for children from both schools to play together. The two schools will be a focus point for King’s Cross and its thriving, growing community.

RIGHT — A Sense of ArrivalThe ground and first floors of the Plimsoll Building are

dedicated to its two schools, and to the residents’ entrance

lobby which includes a spectacular spiral stairway leading to

the residents’ lounge, gardens and concierge

Car park entrance

School entrance

Landscaped communalpodium garden

Secure bicycle storage

Reception and residents’ lounge

24 hour concierge

Private dining

Entrance lobby

Residents’ fitness suite

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LEFT — A view of the reception and private residents’ roomAdjacent to the courtyard garden designed

by Dan Pearson, the residents’ lounge will

provide a place to meet both inside and out

‘King’s Cross with it’s

“international and cosmopolitan”

feel... is the perfect spot for the

latest Granger & Co.

Bill Granger, Wish Magazine

Residents arriving at the Plimsoll Building will be

greeted by the ground floor lobby’s extraordinary

curling staircase that delivers them into an

elevated reception area adjacent to the garden and

manned by an ever-efficient concierge. Cool and

contemporary in style, the comfortably furnished

meeting spaces open out onto the garden designed

by Dan Pearson, with its sculpted shrubs, seating

areas and views out towards the capital. It is a

delightful oasis for meeting guests and relaxing

in summer, whilst this courtyard provides a soft

foreground for the panoramas of the Regent’s Canal

and London beyond.

To one side the gardens are lined by a glazed

corridor leading to the ‘Summer’ apartments,

ensuring that the lush garden courtyard will be a

vibrant focus of activity and life all year around.

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LEFT — The reception and residents’ loungeA view of the sophisticated reception area

opening out onto the courtyard garden with

the iconic Gasholder No.8 beyond

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41If you draw a line, draw it high on the wall. Excellence is not to be dreamt of but strived for and stretching for that line is what makes ordinary places extraordinary, gives life its style; will give the Plimsoll Building its soul.

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43T H E L I F E S T Y L E L I N E

At the Plimsoll Building, residents can call on

an engaging and professional concierge team

providing a range of services to make their

lives easier. From basic assistance with luggage

and deliveries; dealing with post and parcels;

arranging taxis or cars to organising newspapers

and magazines, flowers or dry cleaning. For those

who travel, the team can arrange cleaning or

take in deliveries to prepare for your arrival — a

trustworthy connection for peace of mind and

sensible convenience.

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The Plimsoll Building’s residents’ lounge is the

perfect space to unwind, pick up messages, answer

emails or greet guests before heading up to your

apartment. There is a selection of books and

newspapers available and a sumptuous seating

area to while away the hours. The adjacent private

residents’ dining room is available for social or

business events, with a fully stocked and serviced

kitchen available to book. The podium garden

ensures the room is filled with natural light and

offers an opportunity to relax in this attractive

al fresco area. This oasis of greenery has been

expertly landscaped by the Chelsea Gold medal

winner Dan Pearson studio.

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At garden level there is a fully equipped

residents’ fitness suite with everything from

yoga mats to cardiovascular machines and free

weights. Enjoy the luxury of convenience and pop

into the gym to energise yourself before you set off

to work or wind down after a long day at the office.

There is also the rooftop conservatory

and viewing gallery on levels 12 and 13, which

has stunning views over King’s Cross. A unique

calming glazed and covered sanctuary to be

appreciated whatever the weather, for reading,

meditating or quietly putting the world to rights

with friends.

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T H E I N T E R I O R S

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51LEFT — Premier BedroomA computer generated image of a bedroom

that exudes elegance and simplicity

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53LEFT — Premier Living RoomA computer generated image of a spacious

living room with awe-inspiring cityscape views

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RIGHT — Premier KitchenA computer generated image of an open plan kitchen

with panoramic views from the breakfast bar

ABOVE — Premier BathroomA computer generated image of a typical

Premier master bathroom

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57LEFT — Classic Living RoomA computer generated image

of a typical Classic living room

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LEFT — Penthouse KitchenA computer generated image of a spacious

Penthouse kitchen featuring a stunning

combination of natural stone and solid

oak veneer

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LEFT — Penthouse TerraceA computer generated image of one of the

extensive Penthouse terraces which offer

extraordinary views across the dynamic

panorama of the capital

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S P E C I F I C A T I O N

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ABOVE — Classic KitchenThe materials for light and

defined colour palette in the

Classic kitchens

65

StructureReinforced concrete framed building

High quality façade, the external skin comprising

brick faced precast concrete panels combined

with textured brick panels and white/natural

coloured reconstituted stone feature cladding,

predominantly at the higher levels

The inner skin to the courtyard comprising

white /natural coloured reconstituted stone

panels to enhance the reflected sunlight into

the lower reaches of the garden space

High quality window frames and balcony doors

will house double glazed units within a

robust dark grey aluminium framing

internally and externally

All living spaces are provided with floor to

ceiling glazing to maximise daylight and views

out, with glazed sliding doors that open up onto

a projecting, recessed or Juliet balcony

Solar shading provided by recessed / projecting

balconies and brise soleil

High quality blinds fitted internally to be

operated by the occupant

Elevated ornamental planting within the

courtyard provides a secluded garden

for residents

KitchensKitchen suites have been specially designed for

the Plimsoll Building by Johnson Naylor, and

are in two material and colour palettes, light

and defined

Kitchen cabinets with matt lacquer finish

Wall units with matt lacquer finish to doors, with

integrated down lighting to the work surface

Solid surface worktop (HI-MACS or similar)

with under mounted stainless steel sink and

mixer tap (Hansgrohe or similar)

Glass splash backs, back painted to suit

material palette

Appliances, all Siemens or similar:

—Integrated fridge/freezer

— Integrated multi-function combined electric

oven with microwave

— Integrated 4 zone electric induction hob

—Integrated dishwasher

—Extractor fan with integrated lighting

—Compartmentalised waste storage

— Combined washer/dryer generally situated

within hall cupboard

Note: Variances occur between apartment

types, please refer to the sales team for

details of a particular apartment

BathroomsThe bathroom suites have been specifically

designed for the Plimsoll Building by Johnson

Naylor in a bespoke material palette

Continuously formed basin and vanity unit in a

solid surface material (HI-MACS or similar) with

a fully mirrored cabinet including feature lighting

above and below

Large format porcelain tiles to floors and walls

with feature mosaic splash back

Master Bathrooms have large format porcelain

tiles to floors and walls with feature stone

splash backs

Full height mirrored panels with concealed

mist-free heating and integral chrome finish rail

for towel and bath-robe warming

White vitrified enamel wall mounted WC with

push button flush

Bath and shower tray in steel enamel, with

walk-in showers to majority of apartments.

Bath panels will be in a solid surface material

(HI-MACS or similar) Shower screens will be glazed

High quality chrome finish brassware

(Hansgrohe or similar)

Note: Variances occur between apartment

types, please refer to the sales team for

details of a particular apartment

The collection of Classic Apartments has been

meticulously crafted using a combination of the

finest handpicked materials and sleek contemporary

appliances, creating a timeless environment of

comfort and elegance.

C L A S S I C A PA R T M E N T S

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Cupboards and Wardrobes Where provided, wardrobes have lacquer finish

doors, a high level shelf, and hanging rail

All fitted cupboards have full height doors with

a lacquer finish

Balconies and Juliette Balconies All balconies have a timber floor finish and are

accessed via a sliding glass door

Recessed and Juliette balconies to have powder

coated metal balustrades with bronze coloured

metal handrail

Projecting courtyard balconies to have glass

balustrade with bronze colour steel handrail

FlooringEngineered timber floor finish to all rooms,

except bathrooms, utility rooms and cupboards

DoorsEntrance door and frame in high quality paint

finish complete with feature panel, high quality

door furniture, including night latch and spyhole

Painted internal doors and frames with high

quality lever handles

Heating and coolingThe building is served by the development’s

communal district heating network, providing

low carbon metered heating to all apartments

Thermostatically controlled under-floor heating

to all rooms

Provision to incorporate comfort cooling to

reception room and principal bedroom in

selected apartments as optional purchaser

upgrade

Electrical5 amp and 13 amp circuits

Lighting switch plates and socket outlets

above kitchen worktop finished in flat plate,

screwless, white powder coated metal

All visible electrical switch plates, sockets,

TV and data outlets in flat plate, screwless,

white powder coated metal

LightingLighting generally comprises LED luminaries

throughout

Local room dimming control provided to

reception rooms and master bedrooms

Feature ceiling trough detail with concealed

lighting in selected locations

Provision for table and floor lamps to be

connected to a 5 amp supply in reception

rooms and bedrooms. Dual switches to master

bedroom supply serving bedside lamp positions

Under cabinet lighting to kitchen work surfaces

Under and above cabinet lighting to bathrooms

Internal lighting to bedroom wardrobes

Telephone and Data SystemsTelevision (terrestrial and Sky+) points to

reception rooms and bedrooms

Telephone and data points to all reception

rooms and bedrooms

The King’s Cross development is served by a

fibre network. Connection to the network to

be arranged by the purchaser

Floor to Ceiling HeightsApartment entrance halls: 2.38m generally

Reception rooms and bedrooms:

2.58m generally

Bathrooms: 2.38m

Kitchens: 2.38m

Note: The above figures are approximate and

relate to the general height within each room

excluding bulkheads

AmenitiesLandscaped communal podium garden on

level 2 designed by acclaimed landscape

architecture practice Dan Pearson Studio

Rooftop conservatory and viewing gallery on

levels 12 and 13

Residents’ fitness suite

Residents’ lounge

Private space with catering facilities available for

hire to residents only

Secure bicycle storage, one space provided

per apartment

Interior Designed Entrance LobbyImpressive ground floor entrance lobby

with bespoke designed feature stair and

feature lighting

Prestigious reception with high quality finishes

and feature lighting designed by Johnson Naylor

Bespoke concierge desk

Comfortable waiting area for guests

Integrated post boxes

Uniformed 24hr security and concierge

Lift Lobbies/Communal HallwaysCarpet floors and painted walls to lobbies

on apartment floors Tiled floors and painted/

decorated wall panels to lobbies at level 2

Lifts

Two passenger lifts serve each core and all

residential floors from level 2. The lifts also serve

basement car parking with direct access to the

apartment floors

A separate set of lifts connect the ground floor

entrance to level 2 reception, one of which

is part glazed and extends to serve the

penthouse levels

Car ParkingLimited car parking available for purchase by

separate negotiation

Security Security fob access control to all building

entrances and car park

Video entry phone to all apartments

Mains supply smoke or heat detectors

Zoned water sprinklers to all apartments

CCTV surveillance to all public areas

Peace of MindUniformed 24hr security and concierge

All apartments benefit from a 10 year NHBC

warranty

Each apartment will be sold on a 250 year lease

Estate and Building Management & ServicesInternal cleaning of the common parts will be

performed by a dedicated team of specialist

contract personnel

Exclusive membership of the Plimsoll Building

web portal offering information on services,

estate news and event updates

External cleaning will be carried out on a

managed programme to ensure that the

building is kept to the required high standard

A service charge will be payable by apartment

owners to cover the costs of building services,

building maintenance and insurance. A fixed

contribution towards the costs of estate

management will also be payable

NotesA management company will be appointed to provide building management services

Please note that the design development of the Plimsoll Building apartments is still ongoing and certain items of the specification may be amended to an item of equivalent quality

ABOVE — Classic BathroomThe materials and colour palette

for the Classic bathroom

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ABOVE — Premier KitchenThe materials for light and

defined colour palette in the

Premier kitchens

69

StructureReinforced concrete framed building

High quality façade, the external skin comprising

brick faced precast concrete panels combined

with textured brick panels and white/natural

coloured reconstituted stone feature cladding,

predominantly at the higher levels

The inner skin to the courtyard comprising white

/natural coloured reconstituted stone panels to

enhance the reflected sunlight into the lower

reaches of the garden space

High quality window frames and balcony doors

house double glazed units within a robust dark

grey aluminium framing internally and externally

All living spaces are provided with floor to

ceiling glazing to maximise daylight and views

out, with glazed sliding doors that open up onto

a projecting, recessed or Juliet balcony

Solar shading provided by recessed/projecting

balconies and brise soleil

High quality blinds fitted internally to be

operated by the occupant

Elevated ornamental planting within

the courtyard provides a secluded garden

for residents

KitchensKitchen suites have been specially designed

for the Plimsoll Building by Johnson Naylor,

and are in two material and colour palettes,

light and defined

Kitchen cabinets with high gloss Parapan acrylic

and natural walnut veneer

Wall units with high gloss Parapan acrylic

to doors, with integrated down lighting to the

work surface

Solid surface worktop (HI-MACS or similar) with

under mounted stainless steel sink and mixer tap

(Barazza or similar)

Glass splash backs, back painted to suit

material palette

Appliances, all Siemens or similar:

—Integrated fridge/freezer

— Integrated multi-function electric oven and

separate microwave

— Integrated 4 zone electric induction hob

(5 zone to 3 bed apartments)

—Integrated dishwasher

—Extractor fan with integrated lighting

—Compartmentalised waste storage

— Combined washer/dryer generally situated

within hall cupboard

Note: Variances occur between apartment

types, please refer to the sales team for

details of a particular apartment

BathroomsThe bathroom suites have been specifically

designed for the Plimsoll Building by Johnson

Naylor and are available in two bespoke material

and colour palettes;

Light or Defined

Continuously formed basin and vanity unit in

a solid surface material (HI- MACS or similar),

master complete with a natural stone vanity top

to suit selected material palette. Fully mirrored

cabinet complete with door activated integrated

lighting and feature lighting above and below

Large format porcelain tiles to floors and walls

with feature stone splash back

Master Bathrooms have tiled natural stone floors

and walls with feature walls around the bath and

splash back in glass mosaic

Full height mirrored panels with concealed

mist-free heating and integral chrome finish rail

for towel and bath-robe warming

Bath and shower trays in steel enamel, with

walk-in showers to all apartments. Bath panels in

natural stone to master bathrooms and in a solid

surface material (HI-MACS or similar) to other

bathrooms. Glazed shower screens

White vitrified enamel wall mounted WC with

push button flush

High quality chrome finish brassware (Bonomi

or similar)

Note: Variances occur between apartment

types, please refer to the sales team for

details of a particular apartment

The Premier Apartments at the Plimsoll Building are

finished with bespoke detailing and attention to detail.

Traditional materials and state-of-the-art contemporary

appliances combine to make an enviable living space in

one of London’s finest buildings.

P R E M I E R A PA R T M E N T S

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Cupboards and Wardrobes Where provided, wardrobes have lacquer finish

doors, a high level shelf, and hanging rail

Natural walnut veneer finish doors in master

bedrooms

All fitted cupboards have full height doors

with a lacquer finish

Balconies and Juliette Balconies All balconies have a timber floor finish and are

accessed via a sliding glass door

Powder coated metal balustrades with bronze

coloured metal handrail to recessed and Juliette

balconies

Glass balustrade with bronze colour steel

handrail to projecting courtyard balconies

FlooringEngineered timber floor finish to all rooms,

except bathrooms, utility rooms and cupboards

DoorsEntrance door and frame to be high quality paint

finish complete with feature panel, high quality

door furniture, including night latch and spyhole.

Painted internal doors and frames with high

quality lever handles

Heating and coolingThe building is served by the development’s

communal district heating network, providing

low carbon metered heating to all apartments

Thermostatically controlled under-floor heating

to all rooms

Comfort cooling to reception room and

principal bedroom

Electrical5 amp and 13 amp circuits

Lighting switch plates and socket outlets

above kitchen worktop finished in flat plate,

screwless, white powder coated metal

All visible electrical switch plates, sockets,

TV and data outlets in flat plate, screwless,

white powder coated metal

LightingLighting generally comprises LED luminaries

throughout

Local room dimming control provided to

reception rooms and master bedrooms

Feature ceiling trough detail with concealed

lighting in selected locations

Provision for table and floor lamps to be

connected to a 5 amp supply in reception

rooms and bedrooms. Dual switches to master

bedroom supply serving bedside lamp positions

Under cabinet lighting to kitchen work surface

Under and above cabinet lighting to bathrooms

Internal lighting to bedroom wardrobes

Telephone and Data SystemsTelevision (terrestrial and Sky+) points to

reception rooms and bedrooms

Telephone and data points to all reception

rooms and bedrooms

The King’s Cross development is served by a

fibre network. Connection to the network to be

arranged by the purchaser

Floor to Ceiling HeightsApartment entrance halls: 2.38m generally

Reception rooms and bedrooms:

2.58m generally

Bathrooms: 2.38m

Kitchens: 2.38m

Note: The above figures are approximate and

relate to the general height within each room

excluding bulkheads

AmenitiesLandscaped communal podium garden on

level 2 designed by acclaimed landscape

architecture practice Dan Pearson Studio

Rooftop conservatory and viewing gallery on

levels 12 and 13

Private roof terraces for use by residents on

level 12

Residents’ fitness suite

Residents’ lounge

Private space with catering facilities available for

hire to residents only

Secure bicycle storage, one space provided

per apartment

Interior Designed Entrance LobbyImpressive ground floor entrance lobby

with bespoke designed feature stair and

feature lighting

Prestigious reception with high quality finishes

and feature lighting designed by Johnson Naylor

Bespoke concierge desk

Comfortable waiting area for guests

Integrated post boxes

Uniformed 24hr security and concierge

Lift Lobbies/Communal HallwaysCarpet floors and painted walls to lobbies

on apartment floors

Tiled floors and painted/decorated wall panels

to lobbies at level 2

Lifts

Two passenger lifts serve each core and all

residential floors from level 2. The lifts also serve

basement car parking with direct access to the

apartment floors

A separate set of lifts connect the ground floor

entrance to level 2 reception, one of which

is part glazed and extends to serve the

penthouse levels

Car ParkingLimited car parking available for purchase by

separate negotiation

Security Security fob access control to all building

entrances and car park

Video entry phone to all apartments

Mains supply smoke or heat detectors

Zoned water sprinklers to all apartments

CCTV surveillance to all public areas

Peace of MindUniformed 24hr security and concierge

All apartments benefit from a 10 year NHBC

warranty

Each apartment will be sold on a 250 year lease

Estate and Building Management & ServicesInternal cleaning of the common parts will be

performed by a dedicated team of specialist

contract personnel

Exclusive membership of the Plimsoll Building

web portal offering information on services,

estate news and event updates

External cleaning will be carried out on a

managed programme to ensure that the

building is kept to the required high standard

A service charge will be payable by apartment

owners to cover the costs of building services,

building maintenance and insurance. A fixed

contribution towards the costs of estate

management will also be payable

NotesA management company will be appointed to provide building management services

Please note that the design development of the Plimsoll Building apartments is still ongoing and certain items of the specification may be amended to an item of equivalent quality

ABOVE — Premier BathroomThe materials and colour palette for

the Premier bathrooms with both

light and defined options

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StructureReinforced concrete framed building

High quality façade, the external skin comprising

brick faced precast concrete panels combined

with textured brick panels and white/natural

coloured reconstituted stone feature cladding,

predominantly at the higher levels

The inner skin to the courtyard comprising

white/natural coloured reconstituted stone

panels to enhance the reflected sunlight into the

lowerreaches of the garden space

High quality window frames and balcony doors

will house double glazed units within a robust

dark grey aluminium framing internally and

externally

All living spaces are provided with floor to

ceiling glazing to maximise daylight and views

out, with glazed sliding doors that open up onto

a projecting, recessed or Juliet balcony

Solar shading provided by recessed / projecting

balconies, brise soleil and blinds provided

Steel supported spiral stairs with painted plaster

inner balustrade and feature metal railing and

handrail on outer side. Treads to be clad in

natural stone

KitchensKitchen suites have been specially designed for

the Plimsoll Building by Johnson Naylor.

Lacquered finish to low level and tall units

Solid wood veneer finish to high level units, side

storage and island units

Kitchen cabinets with European oak solid

wood veneer

Wall units with solid wood veneer finish to doors,

with integrated down lighting to work surface

Natural stone and Zodiak splash backs

Natural stone island worktop and end panels

Solid surface work top (Zodiak or similar) with

builtin stainless steel sink

Appliances, all Miele or similar:

— Integrated fridge/freezer

— Integrated dishwasher

— Integrated 5 zone electric induction hob

(4 zone to some apartments)

— Integrated multi-function combined

electric oven with microwave

— Integrated steam oven

— Integrated oven

— Integrated warming drawer

— Washing machine and tumble dryer generally

situated within utility cupboards

(washer /dryer to some apartments)

—Wine cooler

Note: Variances occur between apartment types,

please refer to the sales team for details of a

particular apartment

BathroomsThe bathroom suites have been specifically

designed for the Plimsoll Building by

Johnson Naylor

Bespoke vanity unit with natural stone worktop

and/or splash back featuring 2 deck mounted

basins to master bathroom, single basin to guest

WC, with low level timber veneered joinery

cabinets with integrated down lighting. Under

mounted single sink to 2nd and 3rd bathrooms.

All with bespoke stainless steel towel rail installed

to underside

Bespoke cabinet joinery above vanity unit with

integral interior and exterior lighting elements

and mirrored doors

Large format natural stone tiles to walls and floors

to master, 2nd and 3rd bathrooms, ceramic mosaic

tiles to floor and wall of guest WC

Full height mirrored panels with concealed mist-

free heating and integral chrome finish rail for

towel and bath-robe warming

Castello ECO free standing bath finished in

composite stone to master bathroom with free

standing bath mixer with handshower or kaldewei

classic bath tub

Flush walk-in showers with glass screens featuring

bespoke stainless steel frame

White ceramic wall hung WC with push button

flush

High quality chrome finish brassware

Note: Variances occur between apartment

types, please refer to the sales team for details

of particular apartment

Cupboards & WardrobesWhere provided, wardrobes have solid wood

veneer doors, a high level shelf and hanging rail,

featuring internal lighting

Balconies & TerracesBalconies feature mainly timber decking to floors

Terraces feature both timber decked and porcelain

tiled floor finishes

Powder coated metal balustrades with bronze

coloured handrail to terraces, glass balustrades

with bronze colour steel handrail to balconies

P E N T H O U S E A PA R T M E N T S 73

FlooringEngineered timber floor finish to all rooms, except

bathrooms, utility rooms and cupboards

DoorsFull height entrance door in high quality paint finish

complete with feature panel, high quality door

furniture including a spyhole and night latch

Painted internal doors and frames with high quality

lever handles

Metal framed lattice glass sliding screen between

kitchens and living room, fully concealed within a

wall in open position

Heating and coolingThe building is served by the development’s

communal district heating network, providing

low carbon metered heating to all apartments

Thermostatically controlled under-floor heating to

all rooms

Comfort cooling to reception rooms and principal

bedrooms

Electrical5 amp and 13 amp circuits

Lighting switch plates and socket outlets above

kitchen worktop finished in flat plate, screwless,

white powder coated metal

All visible electrical switch plates, sockets, TV

and data outlets in flat plate, screwless, satin

steel metal

LightingLighting generally comprises LED luminaires

throughout

Local room dimming control provided to reception

rooms and bedrooms

Feature ceiling trough detail with concealed

lighting in selected locations

Provision for table and floor lamps to be connected

to a 5 amp supply in reception rooms and bedrooms

Dual switches to master bedroom supply serving

bedside lamp positions

Under cabinet lighting to kitchen work surface

Under and above cabinet lighting to bathrooms

Internal lighting to bedroom wardrobes

Telephone and data systemsTelevision (terrestrial and sky+) points to reception

rooms and bedrooms

Telephone and data points to all reception rooms

and bedrooms

The King’s Cross development is served by a fibre

network. Connection to the network to be arranged

by the purchaser

Floor to Ceiling HeightsApartment entrance halls: 2385mm

Reception rooms and bedrooms:

2585mm to 12th floor duplex /

2585mm – 2785mm 13th floor

Bathrooms:

2385mm to 12th floor duplex /

2585mm to 13th floor

Kitchens:

2385mm to 12th floor duplex /

2585mm to 13th floor

Note: The above figures are approximate and relate

to the general height within each room excluding

bulkhead

AmenitiesLandscaped communal podium garden on level

2 designed by acclaimed landscape architecture

practise Dan Pearson

Rooftop conservatory and viewing gallery

on levels 12 and 13

Private roof terraces for use by residents on level 12

Residents’ fitness suite

Residents’ lounge

Private space with catering facilities available

for hire to residents only

Secure bicycle storage, one space provided

per apartment

Interior Designed Entrance LobbyImpressive ground floor entrance lobby with

bespoke designed feature stair and feature lighting

Prestigious reception with high quality finishes

and feature lighting designed by Johnson Naylor

Bespoke concierge desk

Comfortable waiting area for guests

Integrated post boxes

Uniformed 24hr security and concierge

Lift Lobbies / Communal HallwaysCarpet floors and painted walls to lobbies on

apartment floors

Tiled floors and painted/decorated wall panels

to lobbies at level 2

LiftsTwo passenger lifts serve each core and all residential

floors from level 2. The lifts also serve basement car

parking with direct access to the apartment floors

A separate set of lifts connect the ground floor entrance

to level 2 reception, one of which is part glazed and

extends to serve the penthouse levels

Car ParkingLimited car parking available for purchase

by separate negotiation

SecuritySecurity fob access control to all building

entrances and car park

Video entry phone to all apartments

Mains supply smoke or heat detectors

Zoned water sprinklers to all apartments

CCTV surveillance to all public areas

Peace of mindUniformed 24hr security and concierge

All apartments benefit from a 10 year

NHBC warranty

Lease expires in 2264

Estate and Building Management & ServicesInternal cleaning of the common parts will be performed

by a dedicated team of specialist contract personnel

External cleaning will be carried out on a managed

programme to ensure that the building is kept to the

required high standard

Exclusive membership of the Plimsoll Building web

portal offering information on services, estate news and

event updates

A service charge will be payable by apartment

owners to cover the costs of building services,

building maintenance and insurance. A fixed

contribution towards the costs of estate

management will also be payable

Notes

A management company will be appointed to provide

building management services Please note that the

design development of the Plimsoll Building apartments

is still ongoing and certain items of the specification may

be amended to an item of equivalent quality

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S2-06

S2-07

S2-05 SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE

S2-04S2-03 S2-02 S2-01

F2-05

F2-06

F2-07

F2-08

RESIDENTS’PRIVATEDINING

PODIUMGARDEN

FITNESSSUITE

RESIDENTS’LOUNGE

F2-04F2-03

F2-02F2-01

S3-07

S3-08

S3-06

S3-05S3-04 S3-03

S3-01 S3-02

F3-09

F3-10

F3-11 F3-08

F3-07

F3-06F3-05F3-04

F3-02 F3-01

F3-03F2-06

F2-07

F2-08

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The apartments within the Plimsoll Building are

located on 12 residential floors almost enveloping the

landscaped podium garden. Spacious, with interiors

crafted by Johnson Naylor, the apartments are found in

the 12 storeys around and above the courtyard garden

on the second level. The building steps back delivering

extraordinary views across and through the iconic

Gasholder No.8 towards the canal and London beyond,

with many apartments having balconies or substantial

terraces for relaxing or entertaining.

T H E A PA R T M E N T S L E V E L 2

SummerApartments

SummerApartments

FreshwaterApartments

FreshwaterApartments

L E V E L 3

3 B E D

2 B E D

1 B E D

S T U D I O

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S4-07

S4-08

S4-06

S4-05S4-04 S4-03

S4-01 S4-02

F4-10

F4-11

F4-12 F4-09

F4-08

F4-07F4-06

F4-05F4-04

F4-02F4-01

F4-03

S5-07

S5-08

S5-06

S5-05S5-04 S5-03

S5-01 S5-02

F5-10

F5-11

F5-12 F5-09

F5-08

F5-07

F5-06F5-05F5-04

F5-02 F5-01

F5-03

S6-07

S6-08

S6-06

S6-05S6-04 S6-03

S6-01 S6-02

F6-10

F6-11

F6-12 F6-09

F6-08

F6-07

F6-06F6-05F6-04

F6-02 F6-01

F6-03

S7-07

S7-08

S7-06

S7-05S7-04 S7-03

S7-01 S7-02

F7-10

F7-11

F7-12 F7-09

F7-08

F7-07

F7-06F7-05F7-04

F7-02 F7-01

F7-03

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L E V E L 5

SummerApartments

SummerApartments

FreshwaterApartments

FreshwaterApartments

L E V E L 6

L E V E L 7

SummerApartments

SummerApartments

FreshwaterApartments

FreshwaterApartments

3 B E D

2 B E D

1 B E D

S T U D I O

3 B E D

2 B E D

1 B E D

S T U D I O

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S8-07

S8-08

S8-06

S8-05S8-04 S8-03

S8-01 S8-02

F8-10

F8-11

F8-12 F8-09

F8-08

F8-07

F8-06F8-05F8-04

F8-02 F8-01

F8-03

S9-04

S9-03

S9-01 S9-02

F9-05

F9-06

F9-04

F9-03

F9-02

F9-01

S10-04

S10-03

S10-01 S10-02

F10-05

F10-06

F10-04

F10-03

F10-02

F10-01

S11-04

S11-03

S11-01 S11-02

F11-05

F11-06

F11-04

F11-03

F11-02

F11-01

79L E V E L 8

L E V E L 9

SummerApartments

SummerApartments

FreshwaterApartments

FreshwaterApartments

L E V E L 1 0

L E V E L 1 1

SummerApartments

SummerApartments

FreshwaterApartments

FreshwaterApartments

3 B E D

2 B E D

1 B E D

S T U D I O

3 B E D

2 B E D

1 B E D

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S12-07

S12-06 S12-05 S12-04 S12-03

S12-01 S12-02

F12-05

F12-04

F12-03

F12-02

F12-01

ROOFTOPCONSERVATORY

TERRACE

TERRACE TERRACE

F13-02

S12-06 S12-05 S12-04

F12-04

F13-01

VIEWING GALLERY

TERRACE

81L E V E L 1 2

L E V E L 1 3

SummerApartments

SummerApartments

FreshwaterApartments

FreshwaterApartments

PlimsollBuildingPlimsollBuildingheight: 46.3mheight: 46.3m

HANDYSIDE STREET

C U B I T TS Q U A R E

REGENT’S CANALGasholdersGasholders

Gasholder No. 10Gasholder No. 10

Gasholder No. 11Gasholder No. 11Gasholder No. 12Gasholder No. 12

P2P2

Gasholder ParkGasholder Park

TapestryTapestry

Tapestry’stower

Tapestry’stower

Coal DropsYard

Coal DropsYard

23m23m

35m35m52m52m

13m13m

22m22m

22m22m

35m35m

17.6m17.6m

height: 25.2mheight: 25.2m

height: 34.5mheight: 34.5m

height: 49.5mheight: 49.5m

height: 40.5mheight: 40.5m

height: 31mheight: 31m

height: 27.5mheight: 27.5m

height: 48mheight: 48m

Plimsoll Building—

King’s Cross, London N1C

Plan illustrating approximate distances to, and maximum heights

of, neighbouring buildings

L AT E R A L P E N T H O U S E

D U P L E X P E N T H O U S E

3 B E D

2 B E D

1 B E D

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P L I M S O L L L I V I N G

All images are of the Plimsoll Building at King’s Cross.

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C O N TA C T

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION,

PLEASE CONTACT

KNIGHT FRANK

T: +44 (0)20 3691 3969

E: [email protected]

www.knightfrank.com

OR REGISTER YOUR INTEREST ON

WWW.PLIMSOLLKINGSCROSS.CO.UK

AND WE WILL BE IN TOUCH

Residential Marketing Suite

14-15 Stable Street,

King’s Cross,

London, N1C 4AB

Important notice: King’s Cross Central General Partner Limited (“KCCGPL”) (a private company limited by shares registered in England with registered number 6387691 and registered office at 4 Stable Street, London N1C 4AB), and its agents, Knight Frank LLP (a limited liability partnership registered in England with registered number OC305934, with registered office is 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN, where a list of members’ names is available) give notice that:

1. Particulars: These particulars do not constitute an offer or a contract,

nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by KCCGPL or by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing (“information”) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither KCCGPL, Knight Frank LLP nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s).

2. Images photographs and other information: Any computer generated images, plans, drawings,

accommodation schedules, specification details or other information provided about the property (“information”) are indicative only. Any such information may change at any time and must not be relied upon as being factually accurate about the property. Any photographs or images are indicative of the quality and style of the development and location and do not represent the actual fittings and furnishings at this development.

3. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the

property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct.

4. Tax: Tax may be payable in addition to the purchase price of the

property according to the national or local law applicable (including, without limitation, Stamp Duty Land Tax).

5. Any floor areas, measurements or layout plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as a statement of fact.

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