Chelsea Barracks has unveiled its latest turn-key offering, a five-bedroom Mulberry Square townhouse that boasts the largest private spa amenities in the SW1 area, according to Knight Frank. The six Mulberry Square townhouses preserve the architectural integrity of the traditional townhouse; the proportions, design and craftsmanship, but incorporate modern amenities elevating the townhouses of Chelsea Barracks above their historical counterparts to redefine luxury living in London’s historic centre. 2 Mulberry Square’s state-of-the-art private spa, including a 11.3m pool, and various outdoor spaces will appeal to buyers who are seeking to invest in a property that champions wellbeing.
Priced at £42m, 2 Mulberry Square sits in a prime spot in the Chelsea Barracks development, overlooking both main squares; the flourishing gardens of Mulberry Square and clear views across Whistler Square to designer hotspot Pimlico Road. The largest Mulberry Square townhouse on offer at Chelsea Barracks has been designed by leading architecture firm Studio PDP, with interiors by Albion Nord.
Arranged over six floors, the proportions and vertical arrangements of a Mulberry Square townhouse far exceed tradition, with each townhouse spanning between eight to 10 metres in width, rather than the customary six to eight of an existing Belgravia townhouse.
Albion Nord has introduced a playful and characterful aesthetic using deep and vibrant accents of colour with a focus on comfort. The design is eclectic in nature with a mixture of modern art, bespoke furniture (including The Chelsea Barracks collection) and antique and vintage pieces that have been carefully sourced within the UK. The chosen artwork focuses on British contemporary abstract artwork alongside beautiful found antique pieces.
The studio has worked with both Galleries and commissioned pieces from British artists such as Cadogan Gallery, Richeldis Fine Art and Pullman Editions on the Pimlico Road. The art and furniture pieces are harmoniously balanced together to create a sense of collection over time that can be passed on for generations to come. Each room of the Mulberry Townhouse has been designed to be versatile between day and night, whether with family or friends.
Beautiful points of interest have been interwoven throughout each space and a cohesive blend of both classic and contemporary design has been achieved. Elegant English herringbone and marble flooring runs throughout the property and residents are enveloped in a serene and welcoming environment as soon as they enter, welcomed by a colourful mid tone blue family room and enchanting green study on the ground floor.
The first floor is assigned to the formal reception and dining room. The dining room is painted in a dark, earthy red from Sibyl Colefax and John Fowler complemented with accents of contemporary British artwork and a pair of exquisite Italian pavonazzo antique marble plinths. The dining chairs are made by Soane Britain, expert British craftsman based only a stone’s throw away on the Pimlico Road. The formal reception pulls in a fresh and calming palette from the Mulberry gardens outside. The walls are wrapped in a green fabric from George Spencer Design and the furniture is upholstered in fresh creams and whites with accents of burnt orange making for an elegant and calming space day and night.
The kitchen is the ultimate family space in form and function. The room is bright and airy and seamlessly leads out onto the rear Garden which includes a bespoke outdoor kitchen with a large Wolf Gas Grill BBQ. The kitchen itself features a magnificent floor to ceiling joinery piece with a multitude of functions including integrated banquette seating, display shelving, a wonderful sliding artwork piece to cover the TV and a secret jib door which leads into a large hidden pantry.
The second floor offers total privacy through the master bedroom, bathroom and dressing rooms, while on the third floor three additional bedrooms are located. In furthering the exclusivity offering, the property offers a private garage which can be accessed from the second lower ground floor.
The second lower ground floor boasts a wellness oasis that brings a luxury hotel spa experience to the home, with a 11.3m pool, gym, sauna and steam room. The spa’s unparalleled size in the area positions the Mulberry Square townhouse as a unique property to add to a discerning buyer’s portfolio. The wellness space has been enhanced through natural materials and organic forms. Double sunbeds layered with cushions and rows of olive trees create comfort and calm.
Housed within the property, the spa allows for complete privacy and exclusivity, paramount for the discerning purchaser. This level serves both wellness and entertainment needs, offering a white wine and Champagne room, a red wine and cigar room and a cinema that has been designed in a rich heritage green colour relating to the heritage of Chelsea Barracks.
In recognising the importance of outdoor space in central London and its contribution to wellbeing, Chelsea Barracks provides numerous outdoor havens. Atop each Mulberry Square townhouse, the roof terrace (a rare offering in Belgravia) is of generous proportions, surrounded by a green roofing system on each side.
The elevation of the roof terrace allows views to the immediate surroundings of Chelsea Barracks with its beautiful landscaped gardens and beyond; the five acres of public garden squares the development has created is unprecedented green space for a Central London development. A sustainable design approach has been implemented by Albion Nord through the use of both antiques, craftsmanship and natural materiality. Honest natural materials have been chosen including oak, wools, linens, grasscloths and silks, adding to the sense of richness and texture whilst also helping to bring the outside in.
“It only felt natural to extend the views from the outside in and bring the gardens in through colour palette and materiality. Indoor planting also plays a large part in the design, with trees, foliage and fresh flowers placed throughout the space to help draw the eye outside,” said Camilla Clarke, from Albion Nord
Richard Oakes, chief sales and marketing officer Europe and America at Qatari Diar, added: “2 Mulberry Square celebrates Chelsea Barracks’ heritage and British craftsmanship whilst going above and beyond the current standard of luxury living in Prime Central London. The standout private spa amenities provide the ultimate space for comfort and calm, showcasing our commitment to wellness and lifestyle enhancement. A theme that sits both at the core of 2 Mulberry Square and throughout Chelsea Barracks. Together with PDP and Albion Nord, we have adapted the wider design and architecture principles of a Georgian townhouse for the modern day and buyer. Our townhouses are built to stand the test of time whilst honouring this deep-rooted history and heritage of Chelsea Barracks”.
Chelsea Barracks has established itself as London’s premier destination, with iconic British jeweller Theo Fennell establishing his headquarters in 2022, joining the Prince’s Foundation which occupies the Grade II listed Garrison Chapel. Residents and the greater Belgravia community also welcome the addition of The Campaner, a new restaurant from Barcelona operators of the much-revered Martinez restaurant. 2 Mulberry Square feels fluid yet cohesive, alternating between active and peaceful spaces and traditional and contemporary silhouettes.
The Mulberry Square townhouses share the elegant proportions and vertical arrangement of their Georgian predecessors. They preserve the architectural integrity of the traditional townhouse; the proportions, design and craftsmanship, but incorporate modern amenities elevating the townhouses of Chelsea Barracks above their historical counterparts to redefine luxury living in London’s historic centre.
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