There are apartments, and then there are homes that happen to occupy the sky.
Set within the boutique London Residences, this expansive top-floor residence is a rare combination of scale, character, design and lifestyle, with a direct city outlook from its private rear balcony and an amenity offering more akin to a private club than a conventional apartment building.
Only 24 residences make up this quietly distinguished West End address, creating an unusually intimate setting where the homes are proudly owner occupied. Pet friendly, secure and only around five years young, London Residences has a personality of its own contemporary in execution, yet rich in texture and character.
And then there is Apartment 703.
Positioned on the top floor, its east-facing rear balcony provides a remarkable box-seat perspective across Brisbane's skyline. From here, the city becomes part of everyday life sunrise, city lights, fireworks, and the ever-changing spectacle of Brisbane after dark.
Inside, the proportions immediately distinguish this residence. Clean neutral tones, bespoke finishes and an abundance of storage create a sophisticated canvas, while timber, stone, concrete and brick bring warmth and personality.
The open-plan living, dining and kitchen zone is expansive without losing its sense of intimacy, flowing naturally to the generous alfresco balcony. Feature brickwork and custom integrated cabinetry add character while making the substantial floorplan beautifully practical.
At the centre, the kitchen is made for people who enjoy living and entertaining. Stone surfaces, an oversized breakfast bar, generous preparation space, quality appliances, gas cooking and a dedicated coffee station are complemented by an impressive butler's pantry with its own sink, rangehood, preparation space and additional storage.
It is the sort of feature that becomes more valuable the longer you live with it allowing the main kitchen to remain beautifully presented while entertaining family and friends.
The master suite is a genuine retreat, with generous storage, a dedicated laundry nook and a resort-style ensuite featuring dual vanities, a spacious shower and separate toilet.
The third bedroom is wonderfully versatile, designed to operate as a bedroom, guest accommodation, home office, second living space or multi-purpose room depending on how you live.
A beautifully appointed main bathroom introduces a freestanding bathtub, while a separate powder room adds practicality when entertaining.
Storage, often compromised in apartment living, has been given unusual consideration here. A rare 5m² private room on Level Two, with natural light and power, provides valuable flexibility as storage, a home office, workspace or creative studio, with a powder room conveniently nearby.
Perhaps what makes this home particularly special is what exists beyond its front door.
London Residences was conceived as a celebration of West End's individuality and Brisbane's lifestyle, with a subtle nod to the architectural character of London.
The result is refreshingly different.
The rooftop feels more like a private club than apartment amenity, with a resort-style pool, day beds, gym, steam room, pool table, butler's kitchen and generous entertaining spaces equally suited to quiet afternoons, entertaining or taking in Brisbane's major events.
And the best of West End is just moments away. Tucked into a quiet inner-West End street, London Residences is a one-to-two-minute stroll from Montague Road's cafés, restaurants, boutiques, markets, breweries and nightlife, with West End Markets, South Bank, Queensland Ballet, Boundary Street and West Village Shopping precincts, the Convention Centre and CBD all within easy reach.
Additional Highlights,
East-facing rear balcony with direct city views
Two side-by-side car spaces
Approx. 5m² private storage room with window
Pet friendly, secure and accessibility-friendly building
Intercom and CCTV
Brisbane State High School catchment
Single bus connection to Brisbane CBD and Convention Centre + Train
Only 24 owner-occupied residences
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