Morris Road, London

"Arched Crittall windows, warm red brickwork and original steel beams define this exceptional East End apartment"

This impeccable live/work apartment sits within one of the East End’s original warehouse conversions in Limehouse. Thoughtfully updated for modern living in collaboration with PAPA Architects, the apartment retains many of its original features, including exposed brick walls, Crittall windows and steel beams and columns. A peaceful private balcony extends from the bedroom, and the iconic Chrisp Street Market sits in easy walking distance.

The Building

Formerly the Spratt’s dog biscuit factory, the building was converted by a consortium of artists in the 1980s and sold as shells to painters and sculptors, many of whom still live and work here today.

The Tour

This apartment sits on the first floor of the building (which is acessed by secured gates), and can be accessed via stairs or lift.

Inside, an entrance hall leads through to a welcoming open-plan kitchen and living space, illuminated by original arched Crittall windows. Midnight-blue cabinetry defines the bespoke kitchen with an integrated corner dining table. There is a concealed pantry cupboard and all appliances are new and by Bosch.

Warm red brickwork, exposed steel beams and columns throughout the apartment are markers of its industrial history. Oak parquet flooring runs underfoot, and rooms are fitted with recessed lighting. Soaring ceilings extend throughout.

In the bedroom, a set of double doors open onto a private balcony with space for outdoor dining. A smart shower room completes the plan, replete with italian stone and Villeroy and Bosch fixtures.

A useful utility/storage cupboard lies in the hallway and there is further storage in the overhead loft space.

The apartment also has an off-road parking space.

The Area

The building is brilliantly positioned on the Limehouse Cut Canal, a vibrant area that has undergone a major redevelopment in recent years.

Bartlett Park is a short walk away, with grassy sport pitches and a wildflower bank. It is also home to e5 Poplar Bakehouse, which serves delicious sourdough bread and Poplar Union, with its diverse arts programme. Within 10 minutes’ walk is Chrisp Street Market, designed by Frederick Gibberd and built as part of the 1951 Festival of Britain, and the Grade II-listed Poplar Baths and Leisure Centre.

The canal path runs to Limehouse in one direction and Bromley-by-Bow in the other. Mile End Park is a short walk away, with its excellent leisure centre and brilliant local pubs, including The Lord Tredegar.

The shops and restaurants of Canary Wharf are nearby and can be reached by DLR from Langdon Park. The Jubilee line can also be accessed at Canary Wharf, for quick journeys into central London in one direction, or Stratford in the other.