Show Home Room By Room: Royal Exchange, Kingston

First residents will move into Royal Exchange, a development proudly being delivered by St George, part of the Berkeley Group, from this May.

Set around the Grade II listed Old Post Office and Telephone Exchange, and with wellness at its core, Royal Exchange is an exciting new extension of the popular riverside town centre, comprising new homes, and a landscaped piazza which offers a unique mix of shops, restaurants and flexible workspaces for all to enjoy.

Situated in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, this eclectic neighbourhood pays homage to the historic local market squares, and will comprise an array of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. On its doorstep also lies some of England’s top performing schools, as well as British countryside and nearby green open spaces, including Royal Bushey Park and Royal Richmond Park.

As celebrations for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee get underway, WhatHouse?  takes a tour of this deluxe, two-bedroom show home that is fit for royalty…

Dining Area

In this show apartment future buyers walk into the open plan kitchen and dining area, which fuses subtle, modern luxury with elegant efficiency. Its bespoke fitted kitchen consists of composite stone worktops, with modern handleless shaker style doors, integrated SMEG appliances. A soft, neutral palette beautifully contrasts with stylish black ironmongery.

The timber-effect chevron flooring also creates the perfect backdrop to accentuate the opulent emerald and copper accents of the furniture featured, which residents could look to incorporate into their own home.

Living Room

The adjoining living room is meticulously designed to be a serene retreat from which to escape busy city life. The flexible, open-plan living and dining spaces are central to creating a social and comfortable space that is complemented by a classic melody of neutral tones and elegant subtle textures.  Classic chevron flooring flows through from the kitchen to create an open plan living and dining space.

Those looking to create a seamless transition from the living area to the kitchen could look to bring the opulent green and gold touches to the space. In the curation of this show apartment, floor to ceiling windows lead out to a private terrace where one can enjoy a glass of wine in the sunshine.

Principal Bedroom

The elegantly designed principal bedroom offers generous spaces with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom. Floor to ceiling windows bathe the space in natural light, which showcases its plush carpets and bright neutral base palette.

Bathroom

Elegant design continues into the bathroom, where stylish geometric wall tiles provide an eye-catching contrast to the mosaic flooring and black ironmongery.

Dark matt furnishings bring further depth to the space, while a luxurious rain shower, bespoke vanity unit, mounted mirrors and heated towel rails ensure residents get the five-star living experience at home.

Local Area

Set around a public piazza with a range of shops, restaurants and landscaped gardens, Royal Exchange is the perfect base from which to explore Kingston’s rich mix of culture, heritage and education. Situated in a prestigious area on the River Thames, Kingston is a vibrant town centre with an array of high street and independent shops, an eclectic mix of relaxed riverside restaurants, bars and cafes, as well as a thriving art scene and great nightlife.

For a change of pace, the green expanses of Hampton Court Palace and Royal Bushy Park are only a short walk away.

Prices at Royal Exchange currently start from £750,000 for a two-bedroom apartment. Discount Market Sales homes are available.

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