Homebuyers prioritise the appearance of a prospective property over anything else according to new research, with internal communal areas such as living rooms and kitchens receiving 100% more views from buyers than private areas such as bedrooms.
For the design-conscious homebuyer, Inland Homes’ newest offering of London loft-style apartments in Uxbridge may provide the ideal option. Set in the renovated, Grade II listed Randalls department store, the stylish studios incorporate a number of the original building’s existing features, providing the perfect backdrop for industrial, urban living in the heart of Uxbridge.
Uniquely designed and set within bold and striking architecture, the apartments at Randalls offer residents the chance to live in a new home with its own individual personality. In Gatsby House, Inland Homes has retained several original elements that pay homage to the history of the building, including the original windows and structural columns in the studio apartments themselves, as well as retaining the original high ceilings, creating an industrial feel.
“In London locations especially, we see homebuyers that are more design-conscious, often choosing a home that best reflects their personality through the design. The apartments at Randalls perfectly encapsulate a unique, urban design element that is hard to find elsewhere in Uxbridge, providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live in a home that has so much history – from being used as a filming location in a number of films and television programmes, to the numerous famous faces that visited the department store in its lifetime,” said Vicki Noon, Sales and Marketing Director at Inland Homes.
Gatsby House, the converted Randalls building, provides a bespoke selection of 14 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each studio apartment is unique in layout, design and size, all of which are atypical for a studio space, with sizes up to an extensive 1002sqft.
The fully open-plan layouts of the studios provide ample space for buyers to make the homes their own, with all benefitting from a kitchen/living area and bedspaces set in alcoves. Kitchens come complete with the same standard specification that is seen in the larger properties, with integrated appliances including a fridge/freezer and dishwasher. In the larger studios, there is also a separate alcove that can be adapted into a home office area or snug, or alternatively a second bedroom.
For extra comfort, underfloor heating is provided throughout each property, whilst bathrooms boast contemporary white sanitaryware with chrome accessories and a panelled bath with thermostatic bath tap and shower rinser.
Along with a fantastic design, Randalls is well situated to take full advantage of Uxbridge’s retail and leisure facilities. The town features two shopping centres, The Chimes and Pavilions, which each host a wide range of popular high-street brands including H&M, River Island and The Body Shop. Alternatively, just a 4-minute walk from Randalls, Windsor Street features an array of independent retailers for those hoping for something a bit different.
Providing a calming contrast to the vibrant town centre, Uxbridge is filled with tranquil green and blue spaces. Fassnidge Park is just a short 8-minute walk from Randalls and hosts a café, as well as tennis courts and a bowling green. Residents can also capture scenic views of the River Colne and Fray’s River, as well as enjoying peaceful strolls along the Grand Union Canal.
Located just a five-minute walk from Uxbridge Underground Station, commuting residents have access to a range of London destinations via the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines, including Wembley Park in 25 minutes, Kings Cross station in 48 minutes and Leicester Square in an hour. Nearby West Drayton station provides regular services to destinations such as London Paddington and Reading, with journey times expected to be cut dramatically after the introduction of Crossrail from 2022.
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