First Residents In Restored Battersea Building
Posted 26 January 2022 by
Keith OsborneBattersea Power Station announced that it is welcoming residents to the second residential element of the Grade II* listed building which has completed.
Switch House East utilises the existing historic structure of the Power Station and offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Many of the building’s original elements have been restored during the redevelopment, overseen by WilkinsonEyre as lead architects, with the new homes featuring brick and steelwork from the 1940s, whilst introducing a contemporary feel to the industrial heritage of the building.
In addition to the apartments in the historic structure, Switch House East also offers modern duplex apartments, which are located in three glazed floors added to the top of the building. The new homes feature spacious living and dining areas with fully equipped open plan kitchens and wooden floors. Each home also comes with windows from the floor to high ceilings, maximising the stunning views across the River Thames and offering an abundance of natural light. Residents living in Switch House East also have direct access to two internal private landscaped courtyards and a rooftop garden with fantastic views of the Power Station and its iconic chimneys.
Simon Murphy, chief executive officer at Battersea Power Station Development Company (BPSDC), said: “Looking ahead into 2022, the completion of Switch House East marks the first milestone of the year, as we take another step closer to final completion. Opening the rest of this historic building to the public later this year, will see residents, members of the local community, Londoners and international visitors enjoy a mix of uses for years to come.”
Sebastien Ricard, project director, WilkinsonEyre, commented: “Switch Houses East and West form the “shoulders” of the massive power station, so it is appropriate that both have been sensitively but thoroughly repurposed as modern and innovative high-end residential accommodation. Having finished the 1930s Switch House West in 2021, the opening of the late 1940s Switch House East now completes the vision.
“Each flat has a bespoke layout optimising light and views out, and the offer is enhanced by the creation of an amazing rooftop garden above Turbine Hall B for residents’ use; a secluded urban oasis more than 25m above ground. Our design subtly weaves together history and modernity in a way that respects one of the most important industrial landmarks in the world.”
Alex Michaelis, partner and co-founder of interior architect Michaelis Boyd, said: “Our design for the two distinct interior palettes, Heritage 33 and 47, was inspired by the style and textures of the original 20th-century building. Grained wooden floors underfoot, exposed brick walls and durable, tactile finishes emphasize materiality throughout and provide a timeless backdrop for evolving interior trends.
“Looking forward into 2022, there continues to be a focus on the importance of outdoor space and a connection with nature. At Switch House East, large Crittall screens and dual-aspect glazed windows were designed to make use of natural daylight, encouraging flow between spaces and offering views out onto the riverside and landscaped courtyards and terraces, bringing the outdoors in. The open-plan layouts of these loft-style apartments also remain more relevant than ever, as we continue to design versatile spaces that will lend themselves to news way of living, working, eating and relaxing from home.”
Once completed, Battersea Power Station will be home to over 100 shops, bars and restaurants, 254 apartments, office space as well as unique events and leisure offering, including the Chimney Lift Experience. There will also be a new six-acre riverfront park that is open to the public. Residents currently living at Battersea Power Station can enjoy a great mix of cafés, bars, and restaurants where they can sample cuisines from all over the world.
With the Northern line extended to give this new riverside neighbourhood its very own Zone 1 London Underground station, Battersea Power Station is now within 15 minutes of the West End and the City and is expected to draw visitors from across the capital and the globe, becoming one of London’s most visited destinations, boosting the local economy and creating over 17,000 jobs.
An example property for sale at Switch House East is a second-floor, two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartment with 1,184 sq ft of living space, priced at £1.975million. Find out more at www.batterseapowerstation.co.uk.
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