Gainsborough Studios East, Poole Street, Hackney, London, N1

At the top of Gainsborough Studios, this two-bedroom penthouse is defined by light, volume and an extraordinary relationship with the London skyline. Floor-to-ceiling glazing wraps around the main living
space, opening onto a substantial terrace with far-reaching views across the city — a rare vantage point that catches both the morning and evening light.

The apartment has two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, water based underfloor heating throughout and a secure underground parking space. Residents also have a 24-hour concierge and access
to the development’s private wharf on the Regent’s Canal

INSIDE

An entrance hallway and short flight of steps lead up into the apartment, where the elevation of the building becomes immediately apparent.

The main living space is open plan and generously proportioned, with excellent ceiling height and glazing running almost the full width of the room. Large sliding doors open directly onto the wraparound terrace, allowing the inside and outside spaces to work naturally together and bringing an exceptional amount of daylight into the apartment. From here, the skyline forms a constantly changing backdrop, with views
across London and towards a number of its best-known landmarks.

The kitchen sits comfortably within the room rather than feeling separate from it, finished with off-white cabinetry, granite worktops and
a breakfast bar with additional preparation and seating space. There is plenty of room beyond for both dining and living areas

The principal bedroom is similarly bright, with a large skylight and glazed doors opening onto a further south-facing section of terrace with
expansive city views. There is extensive built-in storage and an en suite bathroom.

The second bedroom is also a proper double, again with built-in wardrobes and good natural light. A separate family bathroom completes the accommodation.

Water-based underfloor heating runs throughout the apartment, and a secure underground parking space is included.

Gainsborough Studios itself was designed by architects Munkenbeck and Marshall on the site of the former film studios associated with
Alfred Hitchcock.

That history remains part of the identity of the
building: a large sculpture of Hitchcock’s head by Anthony Donaldson was unveiled here in 2003. Today, residents have the benefit of a 24
hour concierge and a private wharf directly beside the Regent’s Canal

NEIGHBOURHOOD &
CONNECTIONS

The building sits beside Shoreditch Park and the Regent’s Canal, at the meeting point of several of our favourite parts of north and east London.

Upper Street, Cross Street and Camden Passage are all within walking distance, bringing together independent shops, restaurants, bars, cafés
and food stores around Angel and Islington. Head in the other direction and De Beauvoir, Old Street and Shoreditch are similarly easy to
reach.

Angel and Old Street stations are both close by, providing Northern line connections, with National Rail services also available from Old Street.

King’s Cross St Pancras is one stop from Angel, connecting with the Victoria, Piccadilly, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines,
alongside National Rail and St Pancras International.

Haggerston Overground station is also within walking distance, while New North Road has a broad choice of bus routes across London