2 bed flat for sale

St John Street, London EC1V

A truly exceptional Clerkenwell loft apartment, blending Industrial heritage with modern design.

The Paramount is one of the most significant residential buildings in Clerkenwell, built in the 1930’s by the builders John Laing, then occupied for manufacturing and warehousing by a variety of companies including the Scholl footwear company.

In the mid 1990’s the building was converted into the most spectacular loft apartments by Warner Lofts, with designs by John Randle of circus architects with the façade glamorized by white render paint and balconies. It remains one of the most iconic and desired building in Clerkenwell and exemplifies loft living at its finest.

Having been stripped back to its concrete shell a new loft apartment was created by Terry Hackney who was an original resident of the building and whose loft was featured in ad (Architectural Digest) magazine.

Lateral in layout, the design of the space is flawless with exceptional height, exposed concrete ceilings and pillars. The accommodation comprises a huge reception space sensibly divided into living, dining and study areas, leading to a bespoke, recessed kitchen The principal bedroom suite has ample storage cupboards and an ensuite shower room. The second bedroom is another good double room with further built in cupboards and there is a guest bathroom. The apartment also benefits from a narrow balcony which runs off the living area.

St John Street houses some of the most outstanding loft apartments that can be found in Clerkenwell and this loft will not disappoint. Clerkenwell’s industrial and commercial history is quite striking with its current prosperity indebted to its past, dating as far back to its monastic roots. In this respect Clerkenwell has been progressive, with brewers, waterworks, distilleries, ironmongers, gemmologists, watchmakers and print workers all having used these wonderful loft buildings as their workplace.

The Elizabeth Line, so much discussed is finally opened with Farringdon Station now home to one of the largest terminuses in London with Underground, Mainline and Thameslink giving easy access to four of London’s International Airports, with Heathrow a direct 50-minute journey away, whilst Canary Wharf in the East and Bond Street in London’s West End both within 9 minutes.
The London Museum’s relocation to the Southern end of the abandoned Smithfield Market is underway, receiving £180m by the City and London Mayor and planned to open in 2027 creating new gallery space as well as options for larger events and exhibitions.

Clerkenwell is renowned for its quality and variety of bars and restaurants, fantastic range of artisan food and wine purveyors as well as Waitrose just steps from the apartment. Exmouth Market, Cowcross Street, St Paul’s and the City are a short walk away.