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3King’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
with Gasholder No.8 to the right
‘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
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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.
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 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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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 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.
S A M U E L P L I M S O L LT H E S A I L O R ’ S F R I E N D
By Nicolette Jones
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Samuel Plimsoll (1824 — 1898), ‘The Sailor’s Friend’, is one of Britain’s great – and now too often forgotten – national heroes, who devoted his life to the saving of other people’s, at a cost to his pocket, his health and his family. His campaign for the protection of merchant seamen gave a voice to the voiceless, as he defended the poor, making enemies among the rich and powerful. In his lifetime he was both fêted by cheering crowds and reviled by angry shipowners, while his cause reached all levels of Victorian society; those who were moved to support him ranged from the humblest sailors’ widows to Queen Victoria herself. His legacy has ensured that seafarers are still safer around the globe, and countless lives have been, and are still being, saved because of him. Plimsoll fought for years for the introduction of the loadline that bears his name. The Plimsoll Line marks the point of maximum submergence on the side of a merchant ship, showing the depth
were known as ‘coffin-ships’. Plimsoll also agitated for the inspection of ships for seaworthiness. Plimsoll’s campaign was supported at all stages by his beautiful and selfless wife Eliza, whose idea it was to take the case for a loadline (originally proposed by a Tyneside shipowner, James Hall) into Parliament. But the repeated thwarting of Plimsoll’s Merchant Shipping Bills in the House of Commons led him to appeal to the nation, with a book, Our Seamen, that stirred the country to indignation. Still Plimsoll’s reforms were not adopted, and at the end of a session
of Parliament, in July 1875, Disraeli deferred legislation once too often and Plimsoll lost his temper spectacularly, denouncing fellow MPs for colluding with ‘murderers’ outside the House. The incident led to a public outcry that forced Disraeli to rush through a stop-gap Merchant Shipping Bill which introduced the loadline that instantly took Plimsoll’s name. Modifications to the law made by an old enemy, however, meant that the level of that line was not formally fixed until 1890. It was Samuel Plimsoll’s coal business that funded his campaign. And King’s Cross played a crucial part in that business. When the Great Northern Railway (GNR) was opened in 1852, Plimsoll had an idea that changed the pattern of the British coal industry. Until that time, coal had been shipped by sea down the coast from the Tyne and North Yorkshire. Plimsoll thought it could be transported by train from the South Yorkshire coalfields, and secured the co-operation of mine-owners around Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley. Initially sabotaged by the GNR’s General Manager Seymour Clarke, who was protecting his own brother’s rival coal business in London, and brought to bankruptcy, Plimsoll endured a period of hardship, but emerged to establish a thriving venture. He built the Plimsoll Viaduct behind King’s Cross to unload his
to which the vessel can be safely loaded. It seems to us a simple and obvious measure, but it took decades to implement because of opposition from shipowners – many of them Plimsoll’s fellow MPs – who wanted to be free to load as much cargo as they chose and make as much profit as possible, and who objected to legislative interference. And in the mid-nineteenth century ships that were crossing the Atlantic could be loaded as deeply in the water as canal boats. One sailor’s widow, reporting to an enquiry after her husband’s ship went down, recalled that after she said her last farewell to her husband, she stepped UP from the deck of his ship to a rowing boat that lay alongside. Overloading was one malpractice Plimsoll exposed; another was the sending of rotten or ill-repaired ships to sea, sometimes repainted and renamed, but insured so that the owners lined their pockets even if sailors drowned. Such ships
Fig 1 Caricature of Samuel Plimsoll from Vanity Fair magazine
Fig 2 Samuel Plimsoll speaking in the House of Commons
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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 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.
coal on a sliding grill of his own invention, which meant that the pulverized and useless coal dust at the bottom of most merchants’ bags of coal was filtered out at the point of unloading from the trains. Plimsoll’s customers got more useable fuel for their money, and Plimsoll went from bankruptcy to owning a stately home in a mere eight years.
His coal drops at King’s Cross were rented by the railway. It was this income that permitted him to concentrate his energies on protecting the seamen, while the day-to-day practicalities of his coal business were handled by his manager, Russell Spencer. But the coal drops are not the only monument to Plimsoll in London. In his later life he was the first President of the National Union of Seamen, and in 1929 its members funded a posthumous memorial to him which still stands on the Victoria Embankment, almost opposite the London Eye. And the Plimsoll mark was the inspiration for the London Underground sign, since, as the symbol of his heroic campaign, it represented safety and democracy and integrity. The gym shoes, meanwhile, that we call plimsolls, were also named in Samuel’s honour. A sales rep in Liverpool named them after the national hero because, being rubber underneath and canvas above, they could only be safely immersed in water up to a certain point, just like a merchant ship.
Fig 3 An example of a Plimsoll line on the hull of a ship.
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 Art Fund, 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 Cubitt Park and Square, the Gasholder
No. 8 urban 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.
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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…
The historic heart of King’s Cross has a new beat.
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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 the striking structure
of Gasholder No. 8, refurbished, relocated and
re-erected to form a landscaped urban park and
the iconic Gasholder Triplets. To the north and east,
the expertly landscaped 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, a pedestrian and cycle bridge across the
Regent’s Canal will provide direct access 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 Caravan,
the lively King’s Cross restaurant, bar and roastery,
along with Grain Store, the latest restaurant by top
chef Bruno Loubet. A new Waitrose and cookery
school, bustling street food markets and a diverse
range of cafés, restaurants and shops will be on
your doorstep — located in buildings old and new
and many occupied by some of the most influential
international companies, from Louis Vuitton to PRS
for Music and Google UK.
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Head to Caravan in London’s King’s Cross on
a weekday morning and you’ll come across
fashionable types drinking coffee while working
on their iPads. Drop in the same evening and you’ll
witness a serious full-service restaurant in action.
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Grab a cappuccino, large, from Caravan – 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
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 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 one of
the pop-up outlets along King’s Boulevard. 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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Hit the shops on the Western Concourse at King’s Cross Station
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Catch the last set and some rays – C’mon Andy!
Head to The Filling Station for drinks and dinner overlooking the canal
Canal Steps a hive of relaxation
Grab a flaming cocktail at the Great Northern Hotel bar
Catch a flick at the Floating Cinemaon Regent’s Canal
Enjoy a night time stroll through Granary Square
Head down to the Alexander McQueen fashion show in the heritage Coal Drops
Take your seats for the start of the evening’s concert at Kings Place
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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
‘King’s Cross is an area unlike any other. For in the
heart of London, a 27-hectare chunk of land is being
regenerated, redeveloped and transformed into a
vibrant quarter comprising homes, offices, restaurants,
bars, shops, hotels and culture and community facilities.
It even has its own new postcode.
Metro
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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 global brands as diverse as Louis Vuitton luxury
and Google UK technology; 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.
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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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P H o T o G R A P H S B Y B R I A N G R I F F I N
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 global brands as diverse as Louis Vuitton luxury
and Google UK technology; 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.
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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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IAN CARTER
Workplace Manager, Guardian News and Media at Kings Place
King’s Cross is a great commuting
destination and the new development has
enhanced the area. There is more activity
and the area is more vibrant than the
location I previously worked in.
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THoMAS GoULD
Principal First Violin, Aurora Orchestra at Kings Place
King’s Cross has always been on my
map as I grew up and went to school in
Hampstead. I perform regularly in both
the classical and jazz seasons at Kings
Place, a world class concert hall and arts
space in King’s Cross. There are loads
of great bars and restaurants in the
area which stay open late — a godsend
for musicians like me! The atmosphere
of King’s Cross is cosmopolitan,
unpretentious and never sleeps.
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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
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 global brands as diverse as Louis Vuitton luxury
and Google UK technology; 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.
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KRZYSZToF KoSIARSKI
The Concierge at ArtHouse, 114 private apartments now complete beside Handyside Gardens and the Regent’s Canal
King’s Cross means innovation and
diversity to me. A unique community,
wonderful atmosphere and such
excitement and energy. At ArtHouse, I
hope I can contribute to the place, make
a difference to the lives of my residents
and really help King’s Cross be the very
best place to live in London.
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JAMES GILHooLEY
Head of Property Development, Waitrose, opening within the Midland Goods Shed beside Handyside Gardens
King’s Cross is undoubtedly a place
to be right now. Waitrose welcomed
the opportunity to be involved in such
a landmark regeneration project and
add to the impressive investment it
continues to attract. To become part
of the area’s future from such an
iconic building steeped in history is
another exciting chapter for our brand
and ideally places us to bring our
offer to a new audience in a thriving
environment.
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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
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 global brands as diverse as Louis Vuitton luxury
and Google UK technology; 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.
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BRUNo LoUBET
Chef, Grain Store restaurant on Granary Square
King’s Cross has a special place in my
heart. Grain Store is the restaurant that
I had dreamed of opening and when we
saw Granary Square for the first time
it fell in to place. It’s such an inspiring
place to be and I feel like we are part of
an exciting new neighbourhood. People
who have been in King’s Cross for many
years welcomed us into the community
and we immediately felt a sense of
ownership and pride.
‘
’
KAREN SIMPSoN
Headteacher, Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children in the Plimsoll Building
The King’s Cross development means
excitement, innovation, creativity
and a change for the better. I love the
buzzing community feel of Granary
Square with its central orchestra of
lights and water — at night it is truly
spectacular. It is wonderful to see
families playing together in the water
fountains and people socialising on
the steps down to the canal side.
‘
’
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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
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 global brands as diverse as Louis Vuitton luxury
and Google UK technology; 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.
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YASMINE ELLIS
Graphic Design student at Central Saint Martins, on Granary Square
I am really proud to be a part of the
King’s Cross community. The friendly
workforce keeps the boulevard and
surrounding areas spotlessly clean, and
the diverse mix of people make King’s
Cross a dynamic place to study.
‘
’
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, SAV
Credit, BNP Paribas Real Estate, Hoare Lea, PRS for Music and the
Art Fund. Bruno Loubet, Marcus Wareing, Mark Sargeant, Jamie
oliver 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 Agha 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
intimacy of Handyside Gardens and the remarkable new urban
park 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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‘...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
’
T H E E x T R Ao R D I N A R Y Wo R L D o F K I N G ’ S C R o S S
T H E B U I L D I N G
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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
T H E A R C H I T E C T U R E
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.
‘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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Landscaped communalpodium garden
Secure bicycle storage
Reception and residents’ lounge
24 hour concierge
Private dining
Entrance lobby
Residents’ fitness suite
T H E S C H o o L S
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 will be 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
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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
‘Nestled in Kings Boulevard in the heart
of King’s Cross, there is certainly never a
monotonous moment at KERB; the fare
changes daily as wheeled vendors tour the
London market circuit, and new vans are
constantly popping up.
Online Blog reference to the King’s Cross street food
’
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 will
become 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
T H E A M E N I T I E S
that line is what makes ordinary places extraordinary, gives life its style; will give the Plimsoll Building its soul. If you draw a line, draw it high on the wall. Excellence is not to be dreamt of but strived for and stretching for
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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. Residents will also have
access to the online King’s Cross portal to provide
information on all that is going on in the area,
whether new restaurants or bars, shops or events.
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The Plimsoll Building’s residents’ lounge will be the
perfect space to unwind, pick up messages, answer
emails or greet guests before heading up to your
apartment. It is anticipated drinks and food will be
available to order, from croissants to cappuccinos,
perhaps a freshly squeezed glass of orange juice or
delicious canapés. There will also be a selection of
books and newspapers available and a sumptuous
seating area to while away the hours. The adjacent
private residents’ room will be available for social
or business events, and 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 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.
T H E I N T E R I O R S
61LEFT — Premier BedroomA computer generated image of a bedroom
that exudes elegance and simplicity
63LEFT — Premier Living RoomA computer generated image of a spacious
living room with awe-inspiring cityscape views
65
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
67LEFT — Classic BedroomA computer generated image of
a typical Classic bedroom with
ensuite bathroom
LEFT — Classic BedroomA computer generated image of a typical Classic
bedroom with ensuite bathroom
69LEFT — Classic Living RoomA computer generated image of
a typical Classic living room
71
RIGHT — Classic KitchenA computer generated image of
a typical Classic kitchen
ABoVE — Classic BathroomA computer generated image of a typical
Classic bathroom
S P E C I F I C A T I O N
75
RIGHT — The TerracesA computer generated image of one of the spacious
timbered terraces within the Plimsoll Building, with
views across King’s Cross and the capital
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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 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 offered in a choice of two material
and colour palettes;
Light or 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 combination oven/microwave
to 1 bed apartments
— 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
ABoVE — Premier KitchenThe materials and colour palette for
the Premier kitchens with both light
and defined options
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ABoVE — Premier BathroomThe materials and colour palette for
the Premier bathrooms with both
light and defined options
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 comprise 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
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 King’s Cross Estate
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
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
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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 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 offered in a choice of two material and
colour palettes;
Light or 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
(2 zone to studio 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 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
ABoVE — Classic KitchenThe materials and colour palette for
the Classic kitchens with both light
and defined options
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ABoVE — Classic BathroomThe materials and colour palette
for the Classic bathroom
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
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
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 King’s Cross Estate
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
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
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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
3 B E D
2 B E D
1 B E D
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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
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
3 B E D
2 B E D
1 B E D
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3 B E D
2 B E D
1 B E D
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L E V E L 7
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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
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
3 B E D
2 B E D
1 B E D
3 B E D
2 B E D
1 B E D
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89L E V E L 1 0
L E V E L 1 1
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L E V E L 8
L E V E L 9
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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
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TERRACE
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
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2 B E D
1 B E D91
PlimsollBuildingPlimsollBuildingheight: 46.7mheight: 46.7m
HANDYSIDE STREET
C U B I T TS Q U A R E
REGENT’S CANALGasholder TripletsGasholder Triplets
Gasholder No. 10Gasholder No. 10
Gasholder No. 11Gasholder No. 11
Gasholder No. 12Gasholder No. 12
P2P2
Gasholder No. 8Gasholder No. 8
TapestryTapestry
Tapestry’stower
Tapestry’stower
Coal DropsYard
Coal DropsYard
23m23m
35m35m52m52m
13m13m
22m22m
22m22m
35m35m
17.6m17.6m
height: 25.2mheight: 25.2m
height: 57.9mheight: 57.9m
height: 75.9mheight: 75.9m
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 E V E L 1 2
L E V E L 1 3
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93All images are of ArtHouse at King’s Cross,
the first privateapartments to be completed.
All images are of ArtHouse at King’s Cross,
the first private apartments to be completed.K I N G ’ S C R o S S L I V I N G
The apartments at ArtHouse are the first private
homes to be completed at King’s Cross. There are
143 intelligently planned apartments here (114
private and 29 affordable), almost a third of these
are family-sized with three or four bedrooms.
The location is superb. The building looks
out over Regent’s Canal and the new Handyside
Gardens with great views across the city. At
ArtHouse you are surrounded by galleries, concert
halls and museums, and just minutes from the
most connected transport hub in London. The
stunning building, with its terracotta façade and
sliding louvered shutters is designed by award-
winning architects dRMM. Landscaped courtyards
and glazed cloisters connect the building with
Handyside Gardens — part of the high quality
King’s Cross estate.
Tapestry (see left) provides the second
collection of private homes. Tapestry sits adjacent
to the Plimsoll Building and Gasholder No.8 urban
park and is currently under construction.
Tapestry
ArtHouse
95C o N TA C T
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