Legard Works, Highbury, London, N5

Twelve apartments within a gated courtyard development of two historic 19th century industrial buildings, juxtaposing traditional architecture with contemporary design. There are seven two bedroom, three one bedroom and two studio apartments all boasting a light filled sense of space, exposed structural elements, high-spec kitchens and bathrooms, built in floor-to-ceiling storage, and an arresting attention to detail. The site opens from a gently sloping block paved lane, illuminated by a bespoke lighting design. The triangular site benefits from dramatic timber, plate glass and steel jutting extensions and abutments have been added to the original buildings. It is filled with striking intersecting angles and planes which are continued with the timber, steel and planted landscaping of the communal courtyard, which includes a water feature and seating niches. The outdoor areas of the ground floor apartments are boarded by mid height timber planters and steel gates. Several units are available on help to buy.

Situation

Legard Works combines rural peacefulness and seclusion while being moments from everything a capital city has to offer. Just around the corner, Highbury Barn provides one of the highest concentrations of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and bars anywhere in London. Highbury Fields with its green open space and tennis courts is within 0.3 miles and the proximity to highly rated Oftsed rated primary schools is enviable.


Twelve apartments within a gated courtyard development of two historic 19th century industrial buildings, juxtaposing traditional architecture with contemporary design. There are seven two bedroom, three one bedroom and two studio apartments all boasting a light filled sense of space, exposed structural elements, high-spec kitchens and bathrooms, built in floor-to-ceiling storage, and an arresting attention to detail. The site opens from a gently sloping block paved lane, illuminated by a bespoke lighting design. The triangular site benefits from dramatic timber, plate glass and steel jutting extensions and abutments have been added to the original buildings. It is filled with striking intersecting angles and planes which are continued with the timber, steel and planted landscaping of the communal courtyard, which includes a water feature and seating niches. The outdoor areas of the ground floor apartments are boarded by mid height timber planters and steel gates. Several units are available on help to buy.

Situation

Legard Works combines rural peacefulness and seclusion while being moments from everything a capital city has to offer. Just around the corner, Highbury Barn provides one of the highest concentrations of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and bars anywhere in London. Highbury Fields with its green open space and tennis courts is within 0.3 miles and the proximity to highly rated Oftsed rated primary schools is enviable.