Otto Building, Downs Road, Hackney, London, E5

Overlooking the green expanse of Hackney Downs, this contemporary apartment in The Otto Building combines calm park-side living with modern architectural design. Arranged over one level, it features a generous open-plan kitchen and reception area, a principal bedroom, a flexible second bedroom or living space divided by bi-folding doors, and a private balcony offering uninterrupted views across the park.

INSIDE

Set on the third floor within one of Hackney’s most sought-after modern developments, the apartment spans approximately 760 sq ft and is defined by clean lines, excellent natural light, and high-quality finishes throughout.

The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area runs the length of the apartment, opening directly onto the private balcony via full-height glazed doors. The kitchen itself is sleek and functional, fitted with integrated appliances, stone worktops, and ample cabinetry. Pale timber flooring runs underfoot, unifying the space and amplifying its sense of openness.

The principal bedroom enjoys tranquil park views and built-in storage, while the adjacent flexible room can be used as a guest bedroom, home office, or extension of the living space — a bi-folding door allows it to be easily separated for privacy.

The bathroom is finished to a hotel standard, featuring dark gloss tiling, a rainfall shower over the bath, and ambient lighting.
The apartment also benefits from underfloor heating, lift access, and secure entry, as well as a beautifully maintained communal garden and bicycle storage for residents.


NEIGHBOURHOOD & CONNECTIONS

At the heart of Hackney Downs is the park itself — directly overlooked by The Otto Building. A large and well-kept green space, it offers tennis courts, a basketball court, children’s playground, and wide open lawns — perfect for sports, dog walking, and picnics.

Hackney Downs Station is the area’s key rail hub, offering fast and regular London Overground services to Liverpool Street in around ten minutes — ideal for commuters and city workers. Hackney Central Station is also within walking distance, expanding connectivity via the Overground to Stratford, Highbury & Islington, and westwards towards Shepherd’s Bush. Numerous bus routes and cycle lanes weave through the borough, ensuring effortless travel across East and Central London.

Close by, Hackney Downs Studios provides a creative hub of independent businesses, artist studios, cafés, and event spaces — perfect for coffee, workshops, and supporting local makers.
For dining, locals love Casa Fofo, a Michelin-starred fine dining spot, and Uchi Bake, a Japanese bakery and sushi restaurant that has fast become a neighbourhood favourite.