Weston Street III, London SE1

This exceptional two-bedroom apartment occupies the top three floors of an award-winning building in Bermondsey. The project was completed in 2018 by architects Allford Hall Monaghan Morris and RIBA award-winning developer Solidspace. Spanning almost 1,700 sq ft, the apartment has two south-facing reception areas and is crowned by a private terrace with panoramic views across London’s skyline, executed by an award-winning designer. The interiors are defined by a bold yet refined material palette, where exposed concrete is softened by the warmth of walnut joinery and flooring.



The Building



Weston Street was designed by Stirling Prize-winning architect Simon Allford of AHMM, on behalf of Solidspace and completed in 2018. The building has won multiple awards, including two RIBA awards, for its set of eight tessellating apartments. It is defined by a distinctive stepped form comprising two staggered volumes stacked around a stair and lift core, with a dirty-blond Wienerberger brick façade punctuated by cantilevered balconies and south-facing terraces. The plot, previously occupied by a warehouse, is bookended by the well-maintained Guy Street Park.



The Tour



Access to the building is gained via a private gated courtyard. Its communal areas introduce the material palette of shuttered concrete and black herringbone ceramic tiles, alongside oak and bronze-burnished window frames. The apartment itself has direct lift and stair access to three alternative levels and front doors.



Entry is to the hall on the third floor, with a bespoke pull-out shoe cupboard immediately accessible by the front door. The floor is occupied by a spacious bedroom with shuttered concrete walls, generous built-in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom with a marble-topped bath and walk-in shower.



Eschewing traditional doorways, the layout revolves around a series of interlocking rooms that unfold across half-levels, connected via beautiful walnut staircases set around a double-height void. The shuttered concrete walls are softened by the timber formwork, bespoke walnut joinery and herringbone flooring, with underfloor heating extending underfoot.



Up half a level, one of the expansive living rooms opens out to a private, south-facing balcony that overlooks the neighbourhood park below and the city’s skyline. This sociable space has its focal point in a bespoke walnut library formed by a set of bookshelves stretching up to the level above, fronted by a reading corner cleverly set beneath a skylight.



A few steps above the living area lies the open-plan kitchen and dining room, which looks over the living area below and is bathed in southern sunlight pouring through the glazed balustrade above. White kitchen units are arranged in a L-shape configuration and topped by sleek Corian surfaces. The central quartz island has an induction hob oriented toward the dining room, ideal for easy entertaining. Siemens integrated appliances include an oven, a microwave oven, a dishwasher, and a wine fridge. A wall of vertical cabinetry offers plenty of storage space. There is also a Miele washing machine and convention drying machine There is also a separate bathroom on this level, with marble finishes and direct access to the utility room, where there are additional storage units.



The plan flows to a light-filled mezzanine, currently appointed as a living room/office space, with a further library, a built-in desk, and a quiet sitting area. Fabric wallpaper by Pierre Frey in muted tones softens the edges while lending the space a sense of intimacy.



The principal bedroom occupies the top floor. Spacious and secluded, it is appointed in a neutral palette and fitted with custom Valchromat built-in wardrobes. The en suite is complete with a large marble bath with views over the Shard, as well as a walk-in shower and a separate WC. Set apart in a quiet corner at the top of the house is a peaceful nook, used as a writing space, that opens to the terrace.



Outdoor Space



The apartment is crowned by an expansive south-facing terrace with panoramic views over London, a secluded retreat ideal for unwinding at the end of the day. Arranged in a L-shape, it can accommodate a seating area and a small barbecue. The space has been designed by Ula Maria, a Chelsea Gold Medal and Best Show Garden winner in 2024.



The balcony is accessed from the main reception area and has peaceful views over the park and surrounding architecture.



The Area



Set in Bermondsey, Weston Street overlooks Guy Street Park and is perfectly placed to make the most of the area’s thriving food and cultural scene. Borough Market is a five-minute walk away, offering some of London’s best fresh produce; Monmouth Coffee, Ginger Pig and Brindisa are stalwarts. For theatre lovers, the Bridge Theatre and the Menier Chocolate Factory are both within easy reach.



Nearby Bermondsey Street has undergone a significant transformation over the previous quarter of a century, with White Cube Bermondsey and Zandra Rhodes’ Fashion & Textile Museum. Excellent nearby restaurants include Café Murano, Pizarro, Jose Tapas, Casse Croute and Pique-Nique, and there is a multitude of other pubs, bars, cafés and retailers. Maltby Street Market runs alongside railway arches and offers a range of dining options, along with beloved natural wine bar 40 Maltby Street. Druid Street, to the north of the arches, has craft breweries and a bakery/wine shop by St. John.



There are free public tennis courts just a short walk away in Tanner Street Park, also home to the French restaurant Pique-Nique, set in the park's former pavilion.



Many of London’s most illustrious cultural institutions, including Tate Modern, the Southbank Centre and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, are within easy reach on foot.



London Bridge Station is a three-minute walk from the apartment, connecting to the Northern and Jubilee lines, as well as National Rail services. The City is a 15-minute walk across London Bridge.



Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: approx. 175 years remaining / Service Charge: approx. £7,000 per annum / Ground Rent: approx. £350 per annum / Council Tax Band: H