BRICKWORKS SAYS

Brutalist in design, this first-floor flat on Columbia Road is a celebration of modernity and urban living. It combines an architecturally-striking exterior with a minimalist and comfortable interior. The owners have created pared-back spaces through a medley of textures, from the parquet-effect floor to the vertical tiles echoed in the kitchen and bathroom.

There is cohesion to the layout thanks to the continuity of the floor in the three pristine bedrooms. While the living space is awash with natural light, which pours in through south-facing windows overlooking the balcony. And to top it off, you can enjoy your own personal retreat in the form of a delightfully green and enclosed garden, extending your socialising space and providing an oasis of calm smack bang in the middle of the city.

Old Market Square could scarcely be better located for anyone wanting to be in the centre of the East London action. The area marries East End charm with an artistic edge. Whether it’s the newest pop-up in town or, more classically, East End, head in any direction, and you won’t have to walk far before you stumble across a hidden gem –– soak up the street art, meander down Columbia Road Flower Market, or stroll along the canal towpath.

THE OWNER SAYS

The flat is set in a quiet neighbourhood, yet in an area thick with restaurants, coffee shops, vintage boutiques, live music, and green space. So much is accessible by foot, bike, or bus. I love meeting up with friends at that living relic that is the Art Deco greasy spoon E. Pellicci for a hearty breakfast, and then walking it off along the canal, peering into the boats and imagining a life on the water.

To vary the working week, I'll walk over to LSO St. Luke's on Friday for a free lunchtime concert. The flat is more than just a launchpad; it's also a retreat amid the bustle. On a Sunday, I'll often sip coffee and watch the Columbia Road Flower Market punters carry their leafy finds back home. It's a wonderful spot.

THE LEGAL BIT

While we endeavour to provide accurate photographs, floor plans, and descriptions, these should be intended as a guide. Total floor plan measurements are sometimes rounded for ease, and distances are approximated. Purchasers should always satisfy themselves through personal inspection.

POINTS TO CONSIDER

EnergyPerformance Certificate:
Current Energy Rating C. Potential Energy Rating C.

Council Tax:
In the borough of Tower Hamlets, the property falls into Band C (£1,405.35 in 2023/24).

Tenure:
92 years left on the lease.

Ground rent & service charge:
Ground rent is £10 pa (TBC). The annual service charge was £1,883 in 2021/2022. Payment is collected monthly.

Utilities:
Current monthly costs are approx. Gas £125, Electricity £82, Water £44.

Recent work:
As well as updating the flooring throughout, the owners have renovated the kitchen and bathroom. The kitchen has a ceramic worktop, induction hob, and a built-in combination oven/microwave in addition to the oven.

Getting around:
Old Market Square is perfectly positioned to access Hoxton, Shoreditch and the surrounding areas on foot. When you need to head further afield, you can either head to the nearby Overground in Hoxton (0.3 miles) or Old Street (0.8 miles), where you can pick up the tube. If two wheels are more your style, you can pick up the nearby Cycleway 13 for a safer and faster way to travel on a bike.

Anything else:
The estate is featured in Simon Phipps' Brutal London: A Photographic Exploration of Post-War London.