Feature Development: Author, King’s Cross
Located on York Way, Author is a new Build to Rent development from renowned specialists Related Argent featuring high-specification apartments complemented by a host of exclusive amenities for its residents.
The 15-storey building is thoroughly contemporary in design, and it has quickly proved popular, with 45% of the homes reserved before its official launch in October 2023.
There are various sizes of apartments to meet a variety of renter requirements: 50 one-bedroom units of 500-600 sq ft; 48 two-bedroom units of 800-980 sq ft; and 12 three-bedroom units of over 1,200 sq ft.
Every comfort-cooled apartment at Author has floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views – the different faces of the building provide a different perspective of the vibrant local area and across Greater London. A private balcony for each property has plenty of room for furniture and people.
Inside, every room has been fitted to very high standards and the bright decoration gives a great sense of space. The fitted kitchens have plenty of worktop and storage as well as excellent appliances and a whole range of kitchenware; bathrooms and en suites are spacious and have attractive fixtures and fittings; and there are generous built-in wardrobes to every bedroom. There’s high-quality flooring and David Phillips furniture throughout, though renters will have to supply their own soft furnishings and – as this is a pet-friendly development – a comfortable place for the four-legged family members to relax.
Entering the building, the impressive entry hall setting the standard for what the people living here can expect to find in their own homes and the facilities all under one roof. Some striking large-scale artwork adds unique character to the understated elegant design greeting residents and their guests.
There’s a 24-hour concierge service and while renters can use an app to book spaces and find out about events, there will always be someone at reception, as well as the general manager, to provide some assistance and answer questions face-to-face.
The residents’ lounge and courtyard dining area are great places to socialise, and Related Argent has recognised the ongoing need of home-office facilities with a co-working room providing desks and private booths equipped with top-class connectivity, which is included in the service charge. Other communal facilities include a courtyard garden, private dining room, a fitness centre and separate studio, along with a screening room which can be hired for watching film or TV on a large screen with top-quality audio. There’s bike storage and parking too.
The residents’ app is also a great way of finding out about social groups and events taking place, chances to get together with like-minded neighbours. With students and 40- to 50-year-old professionals being the majority of residents so far, there are bound to be a host of common interests in shaping a community spirit.
The wide range of local shops, amenities, hospitality venues and exceptional transport connections have made this area a sought-after place to live. Within only a few minutes’ walk of Author are Granary Square, Central St Martins, the Lightroom art centre, a ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated primary school and the Coal Drops Yard shopping centre. The platforms of King’s Cross and St Pancras International rail services, and multiple Tube and bus services, are all under 15 minutes from the front door.
There’s a three-bedroom show home at Author which can be viewed by appointment. Rental prices for one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments start at £3,450pcm, £4,375pcm and £7,600pcm respectively. Find out more at www.authorkingscross.co.uk.
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