_A rooftop running track woos new residents to new phase of Royal Eden Docks riverside development
Once in a while, a new London residential development will come along that re-configures the way we currently live, work and play.
Moments from the Thames and launching 'The Wellspring' phase this Autumn, Royal Eden Docks takes modern London living and raises the bar, weaving in wellness, nature and the beauty of convenience into the lives of those who call this new urban village home.
As we become fundamentally accustomed to not travelling far - or at all - in order to access what we need most - a sense of community, safety, health and place to feel 'well' in, this is where London's new 'neighbourhood' developments come into their own, redefining what it means to live in a village-style setting in one of the world's most progressive cities.
Within striking distance of the riverfront, in the beating heart of London's exciting Royal Docks area of growth and regeneration and spread across eight buildings, the 854-home Royal Eden Docks blends architectural style and forward-thinking placemaking with residents' lifestyle and work needs.
An urban village wooing a modern resident, the development is the result of a collaboration between Mount Anvil and ExCeL London, as well as having been masterminded by Skidmore, Owing & Merrill - the stellar architects that know a thing or two about making showpiece developments having made places into destinations such as 35 Hudson Yards in New York, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and the China World Trade Centre in Beijing.
Where Royal Eden Docks stands out is through its green credentials. A quarter of the site - the equivalent of 20 tennis courts or approximately 5,000m2, is covered by landscaped gardens and bookended by two private courtyards and the River Thames beyond, making this an exceptionally good looking place to live from every angle.
Along with panoramic waterfront and garden views, nature and the wellness feature heavily on the agenda with unlimited recreational possibilities and healthy lifestyles encouraged and facilitated via a spectacular rooftop running track and 'reflexology walkway'.
Residents have at their disposal no less than 17 leisure facilities including a business lounge, 24-hour concierge, swimming pool, sauna and steam room, gym, spin studio, yoga studio and treatment room. A cinema room and entertainment space are also available for hire.
Providing further convenience for residents who prefer not to travel far are walking distance riverside restaurants and bars.
For those needing to travel, the development is a three minute walk from the soon to open Crossrail ( 2021) at Custom House, Royal Victoria light rail and Canning Town underground station.
'The Wellspring' is the new phase being launched this September and is comprised of 73 studio, one, two and three-bedroom new homes. Open plan layouts, full-height windows, state-of-the-art appliances and outdoor spaces are key features of these apartments.
The construction programme is expected to take place over five and a half years, completing in 2024.
Royal Eden Docks presents an excellent investment opportunity. A true transformation and regeneration story, the opportunity area of Newham is emerging as a high-growth new district for jobs, business, living and culture in London with over £8 billion in investment set to enhance the wider area.
The next two decades will see new homes, schools, public spaces and waterfront shops, restaurants and other businesses being built.
With the opening of Crossrail ( 2021) serving the new Custom House station come excellent transport links to and from Canary Wharf, ExCel, The City and beyond. Investment in nearby London City Airport will ensure global connectivity.
Royal Eden Docks launches on the 15th October. To find out more about Royal Eden Docks contact Knight Frank's dedicated new homes team.