Former Art Deco Workshop

Architecture & history
Positioned to the rear of the building, you would never know this property existed. A warm sanctuary that has cleverly placed mirrors to provide an expansive sense of space. All walls are covered in a wonderful print by a company called ‘Mind The Gap’, bringing to life the Victorian glasshouse ambience.

There are three prominent skylights that throw tonnes of natural light in, making this possibly the brightest apartment in the block, and with a discrete private front door leading into an open plan affair.

Porcelain tiles line the floor throughout, and you may also notice a quirk, no radiators! Electric heating is built to flow through the skirting boards, a wonderful addition and completely unique to this property.

The cleverly crafted kitchen spans one half of the reception room, with resourceful cabinetry and subtly planned storage everywhere. Fully integrated appliances are included as well as a secret utility cupboard housing the washing machine; it truly is a resourceful use of space with quality fixtures and fittings.

A restored and reclaimed Victorian fireplace centres the living area, with bright natural light streaming in from the roof lanterns. Either side of the fireplace there are restored original French doors that lead into an engaging bedroom.

A Sweden landscape is illustrated across the walls from a mural covering one entire wall, a beautiful scene of the morning mist over a lake. Understated deep wardrobes finish the room with brilliant use of space within, maximising the depth of the wall.

Travelling through the apartment the first of two bathrooms is complete with a wide, tall shower finished in a classic metro tiles. An unassuming snug lead down to a malleable guest bedroom that can comfortably double as a home office. A lovely ensuite finishes the space down here as well.

The volume of the space is the major asset to this apartment as it was in a former life an artist’s studio. There is also a 24/7 porter at the main entrance, which is only seconds away.

Russell Court was built in 1937 in the prominent art deco stylings from the era, built by the same architect responsible for the BBC Broadcasting House in Portland Place, George Val Myer. It’s a building of significance and is well known in architectural circles.

Local area and transport
Russell Court is like an island surrounded by Regency architecture and is located opposite Russell Square, one of the most beautiful garden squares in London and home to Tropea, a family run cafe for 50 years and an institution with Russell Court residents. Coram Fields is a great local open space with plenty of sport and activities on offer.

Wonderfully positioned for everything Bloomsbury has to offer, the Brunswick centre has all the shops, restaurants and amenities required, including a large Waitrose. Marchmont Street and Lambs Conduit Street are both a short walk away and are fantastic independent high streets with a varied palate of retailers.

Russell Square underground station is also a mere two-minute walk away, connecting with the Piccadilly Line. Kings Cross & St Pancras is also only ten minutes up the road. The whole city centre is accessible in under 20-30 minutes, or less if you are a cyclist.